Foundations that fund organizations in LA Motte, Iowa
Worked out from where the grants went, not where the foundations sit.
Funding landscape for LA Motte nonprofits
3 private foundations gave $21K to LA Motte 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 LA Motte around $3,889. 2 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 LA Motte
- $21K
- latest filings
- Grants
- 4
- Typical median grant
- $3,889
- Based in IA
- 67%
- of funders listed
Funders, by dollars given to LA Motte organizations
| Foundation | Based in | Grants here | Dollars here | Median | Accepts applications | Typical purposes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Virginia Lee Shirley Private Foundation C/O Harrison Llp | Chicago, IL | 1 | $10K | $10K | Preselected only | General purposes |
| James B & Melita a McDonough Foundation | Dubuque, IA | 2 | $7,500 | $3,750 | Yes | Replace chain link fence around updated multi use court; Indoor riding arena |
| Schmitz Foundation | Dubuque, IA | 1 | $3,889 | $3,889 | Preselected only | To Empower undeserved communities and environmental protect… |
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 LA Motte, Iowa?
Virginia Lee Shirley Private Foundation C/O Harrison Llp, James B & Melita a McDonough Foundation, Schmitz Foundation reported grants to LA Motte 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 LA Motte. Community foundations and corporate giving programs file different forms and are not included yet.