Foundations that fund organizations in Lake City, Iowa
Worked out from where the grants went, not where the foundations sit.
Funding landscape for Lake City nonprofits
3 private foundations gave $3,950 to Lake City organizations in their latest filings; 3 of the 3 that say either way accept applications.
6 grants in total, with a typical foundation's median grant to Lake City around $625. 3 of these funders are based in Iowa; the rest give here from elsewhere.
- Foundations giving here
- 3
- Accept applications
- 3
- of 3 that state a policy
- Dollars to Lake City
- $3,950
- latest filings
- Grants
- 6
- Typical median grant
- $625
- Based in IA
- 100%
- of funders listed
Funders, by dollars given to Lake City organizations
| Foundation | Based in | Grants here | Dollars here | Median | Accepts applications | Typical purposes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Roswell and Elizabeth Garst Foundation | Sac City, IA | 1 | $2,000 | $2,000 | Yes | Charitable |
| New Charitable Foundation C/O New Cooperative Foundation | Fort Dodge, IA | 2 | $1,250 | $625 | Yes | Donations & grants |
| Iowa Savings Bank Charitable Foundation | Carroll, IA | 3 | $700 | $100 | Yes | Unrestricted use |
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 Lake City, Iowa?
Roswell and Elizabeth Garst Foundation, New Charitable Foundation C/O New Cooperative Foundation, Iowa Savings Bank Charitable Foundation reported grants to Lake City 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 Lake City. Community foundations and corporate giving programs file different forms and are not included yet.