Foundations that fund organizations in Fonda, Iowa
Worked out from where the grants went, not where the foundations sit.
Funding landscape for Fonda nonprofits
4 private foundations gave $25K to Fonda organizations in their latest filings; 3 of the 4 that say either way accept applications.
5 grants in total, with a typical foundation's median grant to Fonda around $2,500. 2 of these funders are based in Iowa; the rest give here from elsewhere.
- Foundations giving here
- 4
- Accept applications
- 3
- of 4 that state a policy
- Dollars to Fonda
- $25K
- latest filings
- Grants
- 5
- Typical median grant
- $2,500
- Based in IA
- 50%
- of funders listed
Funders, by dollars given to Fonda organizations
| Foundation | Based in | Grants here | Dollars here | Median | Accepts applications | Typical purposes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Lampe Trust | Kensett, IA | 2 | $20K | $10K | Yes | General support |
| Iowa Lakes Electric Members Charitable Foundation | Estherville, IA | 1 | $2,500 | $2,500 | Yes | Fonda pickleball court project |
| Cvs Foundation | Woonsocket, RI | 1 | $1,500 | $1,500 | Yes | Volunteer challenge grants |
| Washoe Pines Foundation | Carson City, NV | 1 | $500 | $500 | Preselected only | General Purpose Grant |
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 Fonda, Iowa?
The Lampe Trust, Iowa Lakes Electric Members Charitable Foundation, Cvs Foundation, Washoe Pines Foundation reported grants to Fonda 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 Fonda. Community foundations and corporate giving programs file different forms and are not included yet.