Foundations that fund organizations in Gilbert, Iowa
Worked out from where the grants went, not where the foundations sit.
Funding landscape for Gilbert nonprofits
5 private foundations gave $54K to Gilbert organizations in their latest filings; 3 of the 5 that say either way accept applications.
9 grants in total, with a typical foundation's median grant to Gilbert around $3,500. 3 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 Gilbert
- $54K
- latest filings
- Grants
- 9
- Typical median grant
- $3,500
- Based in IA
- 60%
- of funders listed
Funders, by dollars given to Gilbert organizations
| Foundation | Based in | Grants here | Dollars here | Median | Accepts applications | Typical purposes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Risdal Family Charitable Foundation | Gilbert, IA | 1 | $28K | $28K | Yes | Contribution |
| Underwood Family Foundation | Ames, IA | 5 | $20K | $3,500 | Preselected only | Operational |
| Grey Sparrow Foundation | West Des Moines, IA | 1 | $5,000 | $5,000 | Preselected only | Missions/outreach/education |
| Land O'Lakes Foundation | St Paul, MN | 1 | $1,250 | $1,250 | Yes | Member co-op matches |
| Alliant Energy Foundation Inc | Madison, WI | 1 | $78 | $78 | Yes | Matching gift |
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 Gilbert, Iowa?
Risdal Family Charitable Foundation, Underwood Family Foundation, Grey Sparrow Foundation, Land O'Lakes Foundation, Alliant Energy Foundation Inc reported grants to Gilbert 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 Gilbert. Community foundations and corporate giving programs file different forms and are not included yet.