Foundations that fund organizations in Sumner, Iowa
Worked out from where the grants went, not where the foundations sit.
Funding landscape for Sumner nonprofits
6 private foundations gave $211K to Sumner organizations in their latest filings; 2 of the 6 that say either way accept applications.
12 grants in total, with a typical foundation's median grant to Sumner around $9,225. 5 of these funders are based in Iowa; the rest give here from elsewhere.
- Foundations giving here
- 6
- Accept applications
- 2
- of 6 that state a policy
- Dollars to Sumner
- $211K
- latest filings
- Grants
- 12
- Typical median grant
- $9,225
- Based in IA
- 83%
- of funders listed
Funders, by dollars given to Sumner organizations
| Foundation | Based in | Grants here | Dollars here | Median | Accepts applications | Typical purposes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| James L Niemann Family Foundation | Cedar Falls, IA | 5 | $150K | $35K | Preselected only | Charitable |
| Max and Helen Guernsey Charitable Foundation | Cedar Falls, IA | 2 | $35K | $18K | Yes | Capital - 4h/ffa youth enrichment center; Operating support |
| Independence Bancshares Charitable Foundation Inc | Sumner, IA | 2 | $18K | $9,225 | Preselected only | General Operations |
| The Blin Foundation Inc | Independence, IA | 1 | $5,000 | $5,000 | Preselected only | For operations |
| The West Bancorporation Foundation Inc | West Des Moines, IA | 1 | $2,500 | $2,500 | Yes | Funding for camp for foster children |
| Edward Jones Foundation | St Louis, MO | 1 | $500 | $500 | Preselected only | Educational institutions and related activities |
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 Sumner, Iowa?
James L Niemann Family Foundation, Max and Helen Guernsey Charitable Foundation, Independence Bancshares Charitable Foundation Inc, The Blin Foundation Inc, The West Bancorporation Foundation Inc and 1 others reported grants to Sumner 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 Sumner. Community foundations and corporate giving programs file different forms and are not included yet.