Updated Oct 31, 2026
Private foundations based in Wdm, Iowa
13 grantmaking foundations headquartered in Wdm, Iowa, holding $85M in assets. Ranked by grants paid in their latest 990-PF; 5 on this page say they accept applications. For foundations ranked by where their grants went, see local funders.
| Foundation | Grants paid | Median grant | Accepts applications | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| J Wesley Graham Trust Uwsince 1999 | $1.4M2 grants · 2025 | $679K | Preselected only | $13M |
| Noble Foundationsince 1994 | $1.2M31 grants · 2025 | $23K | Preselected only | $28M |
| Sahu Family Foundation Incsince 2002 | $804K2 grants · 2025 | $402K | Preselected only | $3.8M |
| Deb & Bob Pulver Foundationsince 2015 | $760K27 grants · 2024 | $2,500 | Preselected only | $19M |
| Dan and Joanie Houston Foundationsince 2023 | $604K15 grants · 2025 | $50K | Preselected only | $6.4M |
| Merchants Bonding Company Foundationsince 2009 | $469K186 grants · 2025 | $500 | Preselected only | $1.7M |
| Jim and Marie Wood Foundationsince 1991 | $408K8 grants · 2025 | $5,000 | Preselected only | $3.4M |
| Margaret B Barry Foundationsince 1998 | $232K2 grants · 2025 | $116K | Preselected only | $1.7M |
| McCullough Family Foundationsince 2011 | $120K7 grants · 2025 | $5,000 | Yes | $1.8M |
| Guideone Foundation Incsince 1998 | $115K1 grants · 2024 | $115K | Yes | $1.2M |
| Charlotte and William Hinson Charitable Foundation Trustsince 1993 | $80K36 grants · 2025 | $1,000 | Yes | $1.2M |
| Wolf Foundationsince 1998 | $68K15 grants · 2024 | $3,000 | Yes | $1.6M |
| William R Higgins Jr Foundation Incsince 1973 | — | — | Yes | $2.8M |
Sources: IRS Business Master File (assets), ProPublica Nonprofit Explorer and IRS 990-PF e-file (grants paid, application policy). "Accepts applications" reflects the foundation's own Part XV checkbox.
Open grant programs in Iowa
All 2| Deadline | Grant | Funder | Award ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rollingno deadline | Iowa Arts Council — Organizational GrantsStateIowa Arts Council | Iowa Arts Council | Not listed |
| Rollingno deadline | Humanities Iowa — Humanities GrantsStateHumanities Iowa | Humanities Iowa | Not listed |
Common questions
How many private foundations are based in Wdm, Iowa?
Our directory lists 13 private grantmaking foundations in Wdm, Iowa with at least $1 million in assets, holding a combined $85M. The data comes from the IRS Exempt Organizations Business Master File and Form 990-PF.
How do I get a grant from a private foundation?
Start with foundations that already fund organizations like yours nearby. Read the grantee list on each profile, check whether the foundation accepts applications (it says so on its 990-PF), and lead with a short letter of inquiry. Many family foundations fund only organizations they already know; an introduction through a shared grantee or board member works better than a cold proposal.
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