Emerge Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Emerge Foundation is a private foundation in Indianola, Iowa. In tax year 2025 it gave $7,006 in 1 grant; the typical grant was $7,006 and the largest $7,006. 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$7,006
- Number of grants1
- Typical grant$7,006
- Largest grant$7,006
- Assets$0
Giving in 2025 was up from $273 the year before.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $3,500 | 1 | $0 |
| 2024 | $273 | 1 | $0 |
| 2025 | $7,006 | 1 | $0 |
How to apply
Emerge 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Emerge Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Iowa.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Iowa | 1 | $7,006 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Various | Education | $7,006 |
Officers and trustees
- Todd Kielkopf
- Aaron Santos
- Terry Pauling
- Derek Lyons
- John Walker
Questions people ask
Does Emerge Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Emerge Foundation give?
$7,006 in tax year 2025, across 1 grant, with a typical grant of $7,006.
Who runs Emerge Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Todd Kielkopf (President), Aaron Santos (Vice President), Terry Pauling (Treasurer) and Derek Lyons (Director) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Emerge Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.