Foundations that fund organizations in Blakesburg, Iowa
Worked out from where the grants went, not where the foundations sit.
Funding landscape for Blakesburg nonprofits
3 private foundations gave $34K to Blakesburg organizations in their latest filings; 1 of the 3 that say either way accept applications.
3 grants in total, with a typical foundation's median grant to Blakesburg around $5,397. 3 of these funders are based in Iowa; the rest give here from elsewhere.
- Foundations giving here
- 3
- Accept applications
- 1
- of 3 that state a policy
- Dollars to Blakesburg
- $34K
- latest filings
- Grants
- 3
- Typical median grant
- $5,397
- Based in IA
- 100%
- of funders listed
Funders, by dollars given to Blakesburg organizations
| Foundation | Based in | Grants here | Dollars here | Median | Accepts applications | Typical purposes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ottumwa Regional Legacy Foundation Inc | Ottumwa, IA | 1 | $23K | $23K | Preselected only | Exterior finishes west end library renovation project |
| Wapello County Foundation | Ottumwa, IA | 1 | $5,397 | $5,397 | Yes | Community good |
| James & Marie McCurdy Family Charitable | Johnston, IA | 1 | $5,000 | $5,000 | Preselected only | Ministries |
Source: IRS Form 990-PF Part XV, latest electronic return per foundation (2026-10-28). "Accepts applications" reflects the foundation's own checkbox on Part XV line 2. Grants to individuals excluded.
Common questions
Which foundations give to nonprofits in Blakesburg, Iowa?
Ottumwa Regional Legacy Foundation Inc, Wapello County Foundation, James & Marie McCurdy Family Charitable reported grants to Blakesburg organizations on their latest Form 990-PF.
How do I approach a foundation that doesn't accept applications?
A foundation that checks "contributes only to preselected organizations" on its 990-PF won't review a cold proposal. Look at who it funds, find a shared board member, grantee or advisor, and ask for an introduction. Foundations that accept applications usually list a contact and deadlines in Part XV; we show that text on each foundation's page.
Is this list complete?
No. It covers private foundations (Form 990-PF filers) whose latest electronic return lists at least one grant to an organization in Blakesburg. Community foundations and corporate giving programs file different forms and are not included yet.