Agva Foundation
Accepts applications
Agva Foundation is a private foundation in Mason City, Iowa. In tax year 2024 it gave $62,000 in 10 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $10,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$62,000
- Number of grants10
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$10,000
- Assets$0
- New grantees70%
Giving in 2024 was up from $21,500 the year before.
70% of its 2024 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | $46,000 | 7 | $0 |
| 2023 | $21,500 | 4 | $0 |
| 2024 | $62,000 | 10 | $0 |
How to apply
| Contact | Agva Foundation 2009 4th St SW Suite 1, Mason City, IA 50401 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (641) 494-2368, info@agvafoundation.com |
| What to submit | Complete foundation request form at: https://agvafoundation.com/foundation-request-form/ |
| Deadlines | Applications will be received and reviewed at any time. |
| Restrictions | Grants under the agva foundation will include but will not be limited to sponsorships of adult and youth programs, training, conferences, workshops, events and other gatherings. All applicants must be non-profit organizations and have tax exempt status from the U.S. Internal revenue service. Recently, the programs emphasis and guidelines have changed to reflect the evolution of agriculture over the past decade and there will be an attempt to focus on the following areas: programs that meet nutritional, educational or leadership needs of rural youth; mentoring, training and other programs for young and beginning farmers; continuing education and training for existing farmers; local events in rural communities that promote agriculture or local foods; and, agricultural entrepreneurship education and training grants may be provided for local, state or regional programs/events. Grants may be made for one, two or three year periods and will be distributed in multi-year allocations. However g |
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Agva Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Iowa.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Iowa | 9 | $59,500 |
| North Dakota | 1 | $2,500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| North Central Iowa Research Associa | Supporting research | $10,000 |
| Vision Atlantic Child Dev Center | For vision help | $10,000 |
| Farmer in My Classroom | Help for students in ag | $10,000 |
| Noble Initiative Foundation | To improve child health care | $10,000 |
| North Iowa Ag in the Classroom | Ag in the classroom | $5,000 |
| Belmond Area Arts Council | For helping the council | $5,000 |
| Women Food & Agriculture | Food donation | $5,000 |
| Farm Rescue | Provide valuable service for farmers | $2,500 |
| Norman Borlaug Heritage Foundation | Dr norman borlaug house restoration | $2,500 |
| Northeast Iowa Dairy & Ag Foundatio | For agricultural purposes | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Robert Cole
- Charles Souder
- Thomas Hurd
- Randy Heitz
- Jill Euken
Questions people ask
Does Agva Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: Applications will be received and reviewed at any time..
How much does Agva Foundation give?
$62,000 in tax year 2024, across 10 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Agva Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Robert Cole (President), Charles Souder (Board Direct), Thomas Hurd (Vice Preside) and Randy Heitz (Director) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Agva Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs and arts and culture.