Father John Aldera Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Father John Aldera Foundation is a private foundation in Clive, Iowa. In tax year 2025 it gave $21,000 in 12 grants; the typical grant was $1,250 and the largest $5,000. 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$21,000
- Number of grants12
- Typical grant$1,250
- Largest grant$5,000
- Assets$319,062
- New grantees25%
Giving in 2025 was up from $18,000 the year before.
25% of its 2025 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 | $16,000 | 11 | $319,818 |
| 2024 | $18,000 | 11 | $312,509 |
| 2025 | $21,000 | 12 | $319,062 |
How to apply
Father John Aldera 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 Father John Aldera Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Iowa.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Iowa | 9 | $13,500 |
| Nebraska | 1 | $5,000 |
| New York | 1 | $1,500 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Benedictine Mission House | Charitale Contribution | $5,000 |
| DMARC Food Pantry | Charitable Contribution | $3,000 |
| Sisters of Charity of the BVM | Charitable Contribution | $2,500 |
| Maryknoll Missions | Charitable Contribution | $1,500 |
| InnerVisions HealthCare | Charitable Contribution | $1,250 |
| Sacred Heart Catholic Church | Charitable Contribution | $1,250 |
| Dowling Catholic High School - UT Fidem | Charitable Contribution | $1,250 |
| Catholic Charities of Des Moines | Charitable Contribution | $1,150 |
| Diocesan Training | Charitable Contribution | $1,100 |
| Mary's Meals | Charitale Contribution | $1,000 |
| EllipsisYouth Emergency Services and Shelter | Charitable Contribution | $1,000 |
| Embrace Iowa | Charitable Contribution | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Doug Reed
- Lorrie Carroll
- Lynn Carlson
- Timothy Woods
- Judy Kliegl
- Anthony Carroll
- Daniel Reed
- Mitchell Woods
Questions people ask
Does Father John Aldera Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Father John Aldera Foundation give?
$21,000 in tax year 2025, across 12 grants, with a typical grant of $1,250.
Who runs Father John Aldera Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Doug Reed (President), Lorrie Carroll (Director), Lynn Carlson (Treasurer) and Timothy Woods (Director) among 8 officers and trustees.
What does Father John Aldera Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities and food and hunger.