Foundations that fund organizations in Dysart, Iowa
Worked out from where the grants went, not where the foundations sit.
Funding landscape for Dysart nonprofits
5 private foundations gave $73K to Dysart organizations in their latest filings; 3 of the 5 that say either way accept applications.
6 grants in total, with a typical foundation's median grant to Dysart around $10K. 2 of these funders are based in Iowa; the rest give here from elsewhere.
- Foundations giving here
- 5
- Accept applications
- 3
- of 5 that state a policy
- Dollars to Dysart
- $73K
- latest filings
- Grants
- 6
- Typical median grant
- $10K
- Based in IA
- 40%
- of funders listed
Funders, by dollars given to Dysart organizations
| Foundation | Based in | Grants here | Dollars here | Median | Accepts applications | Typical purposes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Max and Helen Guernsey Charitable Foundation | Cedar Falls, IA | 2 | $25K | $13K | Yes | Capital - construction of pickleball courts; Operating support |
| R J McElroy Trust | Waterloo, IA | 1 | $25K | $25K | Yes | Operating support |
| Levin-Goffe Family Foundation | New York, NY | 1 | $10K | $10K | Preselected only | Community |
| Enide Allison Charitable Foundation | Orange, CA | 1 | $10K | $10K | Preselected only | General support |
| Land O'Lakes Foundation | St Paul, MN | 1 | $2,500 | $2,500 | Yes | Member co-op matches |
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 Dysart, Iowa?
Max and Helen Guernsey Charitable Foundation, R J McElroy Trust, Levin-Goffe Family Foundation, Enide Allison Charitable Foundation, Land O'Lakes Foundation reported grants to Dysart 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 Dysart. Community foundations and corporate giving programs file different forms and are not included yet.