Foundations that fund organizations in Waucoma, Iowa
Worked out from where the grants went, not where the foundations sit.
Funding landscape for Waucoma nonprofits
3 private foundations gave $36K to Waucoma organizations in their latest filings; 1 of the 3 that say either way accept applications.
3 grants in total, with a typical foundation's median grant to Waucoma around $5,000. 3 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 Waucoma
- $36K
- latest filings
- Grants
- 3
- Typical median grant
- $5,000
- Based in IA
- 100%
- of funders listed
Funders, by dollars given to Waucoma organizations
| Foundation | Based in | Grants here | Dollars here | Median | Accepts applications | Typical purposes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Max and Helen Guernsey Charitable Foundation | Cedar Falls, IA | 1 | $30K | $30K | Yes | Capital - new fire station |
| Melissa Lea Reicks Foundation | Lawler, IA | 1 | $5,000 | $5,000 | Preselected only | Donation |
| Independence Bancshares Charitable Foundation Inc | Sumner, IA | 1 | $1,000 | $1,000 | Preselected only | General Operations |
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 Waucoma, Iowa?
Max and Helen Guernsey Charitable Foundation, Melissa Lea Reicks Foundation, Independence Bancshares Charitable Foundation Inc reported grants to Waucoma 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 Waucoma. Community foundations and corporate giving programs file different forms and are not included yet.