Adolph & Esther Vestergaard Memorial Scholarship Fund
Preselected recipients only
Adolph & Esther Vestergaard Memorial Scholarship Fund is a private foundation in Spencer, Iowa. In tax year 2025 it gave $44,000 in 5 grants; the typical grant was $10,300 and the largest $19,100. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$44,000
- Number of grants5
- Typical grant$10,300
- Largest grant$19,100
- Assets$986,305
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was up from $41,500 the year before.
0% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $40,800 | 6 | $872,524 |
| 2024 | $41,500 | 6 | $908,877 |
| 2025 | $44,000 | 5 | $986,305 |
How to apply
Adolph & Esther Vestergaard Memorial Scholarship Fund 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 Adolph & Esther Vestergaard Memorial Scholarship Fund funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Iowa.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Iowa | 5 | $44,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Spencer Community Schools | Scholarships | $19,100 |
| Spirit Lake Community Schools | Scholarships | $11,000 |
| Okoboji Community Schools | Scholarships | $10,300 |
| Harris-Lake Park Community Schools | Scholarships | $2,000 |
| Sioux Central Community Schools | Scholarships | $1,600 |
Officers and trustees
- Alison Simpson
- Levi Morris
- Sherry Titterington
Questions people ask
Does Adolph & Esther Vestergaard Memorial Scholarship Fund accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Adolph & Esther Vestergaard Memorial Scholarship Fund give?
$44,000 in tax year 2025, across 5 grants, with a typical grant of $10,300.
Who runs Adolph & Esther Vestergaard Memorial Scholarship Fund?
Its 2025 filing lists Alison Simpson (Trustee), Levi Morris (Trustee) and Sherry Titterington (Trustee).
What does Adolph & Esther Vestergaard Memorial Scholarship Fund fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.