First Federal Credit Union Foundation
Preselected recipients only
First Federal Credit Union Foundation is a private foundation in Hiawatha, Iowa. In tax year 2025 it gave $24,950 in 32 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $1,500. 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$24,950
- Number of grants32
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$1,500
- Assets$324,854
- New grantees75%
Giving in 2025 was up from $20,950 the year before.
75% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $14,950 | 19 | $289,248 |
| 2024 | $20,950 | 27 | $304,863 |
| 2025 | $24,950 | 32 | $324,854 |
How to apply
First Federal Credit Union 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 First Federal Credit Union Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Iowa.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Iowa | 31 | $24,450 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| African American Family Resiliency | Education | $1,500 |
| Green Square Meals | Support meals program | $1,000 |
| Big Brothers Big Sisters (Jan) | Fundraising event sponsor | $1,000 |
| Clay County Ag Extension | Support building construction | $1,000 |
| Marion East Cedar Rapids Rotary | Event sponsor | $1,000 |
| Hiawatha Public Library | Support food pantry | $1,000 |
| City of Hiwatha Soccer | Youth soccer sponsorship | $1,000 |
| Freedom Foundation | Veterans food pantry | $1,000 |
| University of Northern Iowa (P Ken | Scholarship | $1,000 |
| Coe College (E Renshaw) | Scholarship | $1,000 |
| Clay County Community Foundation | Flood relief fund | $1,000 |
| Ecumencial Comunity Center Foundati | Building repair | $1,000 |
| Willis Dady Homeless Services | Event sponsor | $1,000 |
| Mt Zion Missionary Baptist Food Pa | Food pantry | $1,000 |
| Big Brothers Big Sisters (Dec) | Fundraising event sponsor | $1,000 |
| Variety Club the Children's Charit | Fundraising event sponsor | $1,000 |
| Rivers Edge Church | Daycare | $1,000 |
| Salute to the Fallen | Event sponsor | $850 |
| Housing Fund for Linn County | Affordable housing programs | $750 |
| Fresh Start Ministries | Race sponsorship | $500 |
| Ypn | Event sponsor | $500 |
| Myeloma Foundation | Community hours award contribution | $500 |
| Kids First Law | Event sponsor | $500 |
| Friends of India | Event sponsor | $500 |
| Pridefest | Event sponsor | $500 |
| Daybreak Rotary (Rewards) | Event sponsor | $500 |
| His Hands Free Clinic | Event sponsor | $500 |
| Indian Creek Nature Center | Field trips | $500 |
| Mission of Hope | Congregate meals | $500 |
| Junior Achievement of Eastern Iowa | Financial education | $500 |
| Xavier Catholic Schools | Support education | $250 |
| St Joseph Catholic School | School fundraiser | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- C Thomas Chalstrom
- Jessica Fergesen
- Mary Lawrence
- Geneva Williams
- Nancy Kahle
- Tracy Jackson
- Nicole Osterhaus
Questions people ask
Does First Federal Credit Union Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does First Federal Credit Union Foundation give?
$24,950 in tax year 2025, across 32 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs First Federal Credit Union Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists C Thomas Chalstrom (Director), Jessica Fergesen (Director), Mary Lawrence (President) and Geneva Williams (Director) among 7 officers and trustees.
What does First Federal Credit Union Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, food and hunger and youth programs.