Falb Family Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Falb Family Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Dubuque, Iowa. In tax year 2025 it gave $81,500 in 27 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $36,000. 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$81,500
- Number of grants27
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$36,000
- Assets$3.6 million
- New grantees7%
Giving in 2025 was down from $138,150 the year before.
7% 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 | $218,900 | 26 | $3.1 million |
| 2024 | $138,150 | 32 | $3.2 million |
| 2025 | $81,500 | 27 | $3.6 million |
How to apply
Falb Family Charitable 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 Falb Family Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Iowa.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Iowa | 26 | $81,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Dubuque Symphony Orchestra (Arts Trek) | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $36,000 |
| Dubuque Food Pantry | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $16,500 |
| Boys and Girls Club Greater Dubuque | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $2,500 |
| Dubuque Museum of Art | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $2,500 |
| University of Dubuque | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $2,500 |
| Dubuque Arts Council | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $2,000 |
| Dubuque Rescue Mission | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $2,000 |
| Friends of St Mary's (dba Steeple Square LLC) | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $2,000 |
| Hillcrest Family Services | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $2,000 |
| Carnegie Stout Library Foundation | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $1,500 |
| Dubuque Regional Humane Society | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $1,500 |
| Girl Scouts of Eastern Iowa | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $1,500 |
| Northeast Iowa Council - Scouting America | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $1,500 |
| American Red Cross | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $1,000 |
| Junior Achievement of the Heartland | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $1,000 |
| Clarke University | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $500 |
| Community Solutions of Eastern Iowa | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $500 |
| Convivium Urban Farmstead | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $500 |
| Dubuque Community YMCA | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $500 |
| Finley Health Foundation | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $500 |
| Four Mounds Foundation | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $500 |
| Galena Bible Church | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $500 |
| Loras College | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $500 |
| Opening Doors | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $500 |
| Two by Two Character Development | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $500 |
| Special Olympics Iowa | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $250 |
| Stonehill Benevolent Foundation | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $250 |
Officers and trustees
- Mark C Falb
- Cheryl Falb
Questions people ask
Does Falb Family Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Falb Family Charitable Foundation give?
$81,500 in tax year 2025, across 27 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs Falb Family Charitable Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Mark C Falb (Pres./Treasurer) and Cheryl Falb (VP/Secretary).
What does Falb Family Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, youth programs and education.