Foundations that fund organizations in Colfax, Iowa
Worked out from where the grants went, not where the foundations sit.
Funding landscape for Colfax nonprofits
11 private foundations gave $780K to Colfax organizations in their latest filings; 5 of the 11 that say either way accept applications.
13 grants in total, with a typical foundation's median grant to Colfax around $2,500. 9 of these funders are based in Iowa; the rest give here from elsewhere.
- Foundations giving here
- 11
- Accept applications
- 5
- of 11 that state a policy
- Dollars to Colfax
- $780K
- latest filings
- Grants
- 13
- Typical median grant
- $2,500
- Based in IA
- 82%
- of funders listed
Funders, by dollars given to Colfax organizations
| Foundation | Based in | Grants here | Dollars here | Median | Accepts applications | Typical purposes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Geisler-Penquite Foundation | Newton, IA | 2 | $739K | $370K | Yes | Endowment fund |
| Beverly Bauer Howard Street Christian Church Trust | Colfax, IA | 1 | $15K | $15K | Preselected only | The beverly bauer howard street christian church trust was… |
| Grinnell Mutual Group Foundation | Grinnell, IA | 1 | $10K | $10K | Yes | Horse Barn and Youth Building restorations |
| American Water Charitable Foundationinc | Camden, NJ | 1 | $5,000 | $5,000 | Yes | General purpose |
| Albert & Vera Clement Charitable Trust | Altoona, IA | 1 | $3,500 | $3,500 | Preselected only | Support senior citizens |
| Vermeer Charitable Foundation | Pella, IA | 2 | $3,000 | $1,500 | Preselected only | Education; Charitable |
| Laura & Richard Schrager Family Foundation | Solana Beach, CA | 1 | $2,500 | $2,500 | Preselected only | General operating |
| Weiler Foundation | Knoxville, IA | 1 | $1,000 | $1,000 | Yes | General support |
| Richards Family Foundation | West Des Moines, IA | 1 | $750 | $750 | Preselected only | Contribution |
| Jean and Murray Nelson Foundation | Newton, IA | 1 | $300 | $300 | Preselected only | Unrestricted |
| Pella Rolscreen Foundation C/O Pella Corporation | Pella, IA | 1 | $25 | $25 | Yes | General operations |
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 Colfax, Iowa?
The Geisler-Penquite Foundation, Beverly Bauer Howard Street Christian Church Trust, Grinnell Mutual Group Foundation, American Water Charitable Foundationinc, Albert & Vera Clement Charitable Trust and 6 others reported grants to Colfax 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 Colfax. Community foundations and corporate giving programs file different forms and are not included yet.