John Deere Foundation
Preselected recipients only
John Deere Foundation is a private foundation in Moline, Illinois. In tax year 2023 it gave $54.0 million in 5 grants; the typical grant was $453,358 and the largest $33.7 million. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2023.
- Grants paid, 2023$54.0 million
- Number of grants5
- Typical grant$453,358
- Largest grant$33.7 million
- Assets$220 million
- New grantees40%
Giving in 2023 was up from $41.6 million the year before.
40% of its 2023 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | $22.5 million | 5 | $273 million |
| 2022 | $41.6 million | 4 | $213 million |
| 2023 | $54.0 million | 5 | $220 million |
How to apply
John Deere Foundation says in its IRS filing that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations, so unsolicited applications are unlikely to be considered. Organizations it funds are usually invited.
What John Deere Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its US grants went to recipients in Delaware. It also paid $1.1 million in 4 grants to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Delaware | 1 | $33.7 million |
Grants paid in 2023
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| American Online Giving Foundation | Grants to various 501(c)(3) public charities | $33.7 million |
| Haus Des Stiftens Fur Unternehmen & Non-Profits GGMBH | Grants to various 501(c)(3) public charities | $524,748 |
| The Uk Online Giving Foundation | Grants to various 501(c)(3) public charities | $453,358 |
| Canada Online Giving Foundation | Grants to various 501(c)(3) public charities | $71,963 |
| Fonds de Participation Solidaire | Grants to various 501(c)(3) public charities | $7,660 |
Officers and trustees
- Hilary Stubben
- Rhonda Copeland
- John C May
- Kellye Walker
- Rajesh Kalathur
- Ryan D Campbell
- Cory J Reed
- Joshua A Jepsen
- Felecia J Pryor
- Justin Rose
- Edward R Berk
- Mara S Downing
- Stephen Hamborg
- Laura Eberlin
Questions people ask
Does John Deere Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does John Deere Foundation give?
$54.0 million in tax year 2023, across 5 grants, with a typical grant of $453,358.
Who runs John Deere Foundation?
Its 2023 filing lists Hilary Stubben (Assistant Secretary), Rhonda Copeland (Assistant Treasurer), John C May (Chairman) and Kellye Walker (Director) among 14 officers and trustees.
What does John Deere Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly international.