Flynn Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Flynn Family Foundation is a private foundation in Epworth, Iowa. In tax year 2025 it gave $110,000 in 36 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $15,000. 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$110,000
- Number of grants36
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$15,000
- Assets$2.2 million
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2025 was up from $100,000 the year before.
50% 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 | $80,000 | 30 | $1.8 million |
| 2024 | $100,000 | 38 | $2.0 million |
| 2025 | $110,000 | 36 | $2.2 million |
How to apply
Flynn Family 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 Flynn Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Iowa.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Iowa | 21 | $72,000 |
| Wisconsin | 10 | $17,000 |
| Minnesota | 2 | $15,000 |
| Arizona | 2 | $5,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Northeast Iowa Council Boy Scouts | General support | $15,000 |
| Mayo Clinic | General support | $14,000 |
| St Columbkille's Church | General support | $11,500 |
| Opening Doors | General support | $11,000 |
| Holy Family Catholic School | General support | $10,000 |
| Chippewa Valley Boy Scouts | General support | $5,000 |
| St Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church | General support | $4,000 |
| Crescent Community Health Center | General support | $2,500 |
| Dubuque Symphony Orchestra | General support | $2,500 |
| Iowa Sports Expo Group Inc | General support | $2,500 |
| Chippewa Valley Museum | General support | $2,000 |
| Community Foundation of Greater Dubuque | General support | $2,000 |
| Farley Betterment Group | General support (playground project) | $2,000 |
| Mighty Maddys Mission | General support | $2,000 |
| Regis Catholic School Foundation Inc | General support | $2,000 |
| Steeple Square | General support | $2,000 |
| Agua Fria Food Bank | General support | $1,000 |
| American Youth Soccer Organization | General support | $1,000 |
| Bluff Strokes Art Center | General support | $1,000 |
| Cases for Comfort | General support | $1,000 |
| Childrens Museum of Eau Claire Inc | General support | $1,000 |
| Chippewa Valley Railroad Foundation Inc | General support | $1,000 |
| Clarke University | General support | $1,000 |
| Community of Recovering People | General support | $1,000 |
| Dubuque Arts Council | General support | $1,000 |
| Dubuque Humane Society | General support | $1,000 |
| Eau Claire Childrens Theatre Inc | General support | $1,000 |
| Little Heroes League | General support | $1,000 |
| Loras College | General support | $1,000 |
| Lowes Creek Baseball Inc | General support | $1,000 |
| National TTT Society | General support | $1,000 |
| No Foot Too Small | General support | $1,000 |
| Northeast Iowa Community College Foundation | General support | $1,000 |
| University of Dubuque | General support | $1,000 |
| Worthington Iowa Volunteer Fire Department | General support | $1,000 |
| Young Mens Christian Association of the Chippewa Valley Inc | General support | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Thomas L Flynn
- Steven C Flynn
- Paul F Flynn
- Matthew Flynn
Questions people ask
Does Flynn Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Flynn Family Foundation give?
$110,000 in tax year 2025, across 36 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs Flynn Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Thomas L Flynn (Trustee), Steven C Flynn (Trustee), Paul F Flynn (Trustee) and Matthew Flynn (Trustee).
What does Flynn Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, youth programs and health.