Gifts of Inspiration Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Gifts of Inspiration Foundation is a private foundation in Sully, Iowa. In tax year 2025 it gave $32,858 in 10 grants; the typical grant was $1,429 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$32,858
- Number of grants10
- Typical grant$1,429
- Largest grant$15,000
- Assets$1.2 million
- New grantees30%
Giving in 2025 was down from $64,320 the year before.
30% 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 | $79,623 | 20 | $859,007 |
| 2024 | $64,320 | 13 | $1.0 million |
| 2025 | $32,858 | 10 | $1.2 million |
How to apply
Gifts of Inspiration 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 Gifts of Inspiration Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Iowa.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Iowa | 9 | $31,858 |
| New York | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pella Community Food Shelf | Charitable support | $15,000 |
| Sully Fire and Ambulance | Charitable support | $6,500 |
| Pella Community Foundation | Charitable support | $2,500 |
| Pregnancy Center of Central Ia | Charitable support | $2,500 |
| Lynnville-Sully CSD | Charitable support | $1,858 |
| The Well | Charitable support | $1,000 |
| Marion County Humane | Charitable support | $1,000 |
| Tunnel to Towers Foundation | Charitable support | $1,000 |
| Puppy Jake | Charitable support | $1,000 |
| East High Booster Club | Charitable support | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Dale Brand
- Tana Brand
- Monica Nikkel
- Mike Roozeboom
- Melanie Meyer
Questions people ask
Does Gifts of Inspiration Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Gifts of Inspiration Foundation give?
$32,858 in tax year 2025, across 10 grants, with a typical grant of $1,429.
Who runs Gifts of Inspiration Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Dale Brand (President/Tr), Tana Brand (VP / Secreta), Monica Nikkel (Board Member) and Mike Roozeboom (Board Member) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Gifts of Inspiration Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly community development.