Bomgaars Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Bomgaars Family Foundation is a private foundation in Sioux City, Iowa. In tax year 2024 it gave $279,000 in 18 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $55,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$279,000
- Number of grants18
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$55,000
- Assets$5.6 million
- New grantees33%
Giving in 2024 was up from $180,000 the year before.
33% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $180,000 | 20 | $3.9 million |
| 2024 | $279,000 | 18 | $5.6 million |
How to apply
Bomgaars Family 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 Bomgaars Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Iowa.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Iowa | 14 | $197,000 |
| Kansas | 1 | $55,000 |
| Nebraska | 2 | $17,000 |
| Utah | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Haiti Health Ministries | Donation | $55,000 |
| The Warming Shelter Inc | Donation | $50,000 |
| Hawarden Community Food Pantry | Donation | $20,000 |
| Le Mars Community Daycare Center Inc | Donation | $20,000 |
| Kossuth County Fairgrounds | Donation | $20,000 |
| Crittention Emergency Shelter | Donation | $12,000 |
| Northeast Community College Foundation | Donation | $10,000 |
| Siouxland Community Soup Kitchen | Donation | $10,000 |
| Hope Street of Siouxland | Donation | $10,000 |
| The Gospel Mission | Donation | $10,000 |
| Salvation Army of Siouxland | Donation | $10,000 |
| Food Bank of Siouxland Inc | Donation | $10,000 |
| Buena Vista County Ag Society | Donation | $10,000 |
| Bountiful Food Pantry | Donation | $10,000 |
| Youth Receration Inc | Donation | $7,000 |
| Moc-Fv Community School District Foundation | Donation | $5,000 |
| Ida County Agricultural Society | Donation | $5,000 |
| Iowa Dental Foundation | Donation | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Roger Bomgaars
- Aaron Bomgaars
- Torrey Wingert
- Jane Bomgaars
- Amy Bomgaars
Questions people ask
Does Bomgaars Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Bomgaars Family Foundation give?
$279,000 in tax year 2024, across 18 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Bomgaars Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Roger Bomgaars (President), Aaron Bomgaars (Secretary), Torrey Wingert (Treasurer) and Jane Bomgaars (Director) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Bomgaars Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, housing and homelessness and health.