Foundations that fund organizations in Grinell, Iowa
Worked out from where the grants went, not where the foundations sit.
Funding landscape for Grinell nonprofits
3 private foundations gave $27K to Grinell organizations in their latest filings; 1 of the 3 that say either way accept applications.
4 grants in total, with a typical foundation's median grant to Grinell around $3,400. 1 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 Grinell
- $27K
- latest filings
- Grants
- 4
- Typical median grant
- $3,400
- Based in IA
- 33%
- of funders listed
Funders, by dollars given to Grinell organizations
| Foundation | Based in | Grants here | Dollars here | Median | Accepts applications | Typical purposes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bulova Gale Foundation | Lenox, MA | 1 | $20K | $20K | Preselected only | Education |
| The Poetry Foundation | Chicago, IL | 2 | $6,800 | $3,400 | Yes | Small press bridge grant; Poetry programs, partnerships and innovation grant |
| Lions Boys Basketball Club Inc C/O Halley Griess | Urbandale, IA | 1 | $400 | $400 | Preselected only | Tournament Registration |
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 Grinell, Iowa?
Bulova Gale Foundation, The Poetry Foundation, Lions Boys Basketball Club Inc C/O Halley Griess reported grants to Grinell 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 Grinell. Community foundations and corporate giving programs file different forms and are not included yet.