Edwin T Meredith Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Edwin T Meredith Foundation is a private foundation in Des Moines, Iowa. In tax year 2024 it gave $1.4 million in 19 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $400,000. 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$1.4 million
- Number of grants19
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$400,000
- Assets$28.2 million
- New grantees32%
Giving in 2024 was up from $1.3 million the year before.
32% 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 | $1.3 million | 14 | $25.8 million |
| 2024 | $1.4 million | 19 | $28.2 million |
How to apply
Edwin T Meredith 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 Edwin T Meredith Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Iowa.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Iowa | 10 | $964,000 |
| Wyoming | 4 | $252,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $100,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $50,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $10,000 |
| Montana | 1 | $5,000 |
| New York | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Drake University | Educational | $400,000 |
| Science Center of Iowa | Civic and cultural | $275,000 |
| The Brinton Museum | Civic and cultural | $212,000 |
| Boys and Girls Club of Central Iowa | Civic and cultural | $175,000 |
| Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquar | Civic and cultural | $100,000 |
| Invisible Wounds Fdn | Health and religion | $50,000 |
| Broadlawns Medical Ctr | Health and religion | $50,000 |
| Food Bank of Iowa | Health and religion | $25,000 |
| Wyoming Agriculture in the Classroo | Educational | $20,000 |
| DCHS Annual Appeal | Educational | $10,000 |
| Reproductive Healthcare of the Big Horn | Health and religion | $10,000 |
| Simpson College | Educational | $10,000 |
| Wyoming State 4H | Civic and cultural | $10,000 |
| Iowa Natural Heritage Fdn | Civic and cultural | $10,000 |
| Hillsdale College | Educational | $10,000 |
| Charlie Russell Riders Foundation | Civic and cultural | $5,000 |
| Connection Cafe | Health and religion | $5,000 |
| Pilots to the Rescue | Civic and cultural | $5,000 |
| Des Moines Performing Arts | Civic and cultural | $4,000 |
Officers and trustees
- D Mell Meredith Frazier
- Et Meredith IV Et Meredith IV
- Cheri A Cipperley
Questions people ask
Does Edwin T Meredith Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Edwin T Meredith Foundation give?
$1.4 million in tax year 2024, across 19 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Edwin T Meredith Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists D Mell Meredith Frazier (President), Et Meredith IV Et Meredith IV (Vice President) and Cheri A Cipperley (Treasurer).
What does Edwin T Meredith Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, community development and education.