Grey Sparrow Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Grey Sparrow Foundation is a private foundation in West Des Moines, Iowa. In tax year 2024 it gave $360,000 in 14 grants; the typical grant was $12,500 and the largest $100,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$360,000
- Number of grants14
- Typical grant$12,500
- Largest grant$100,000
- Assets$13,385
- New grantees39%
Giving in 2024 was down from $370,000 the year before.
39% of its 2024 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 | $370,000 | 10 | $5,584 |
| 2024 | $360,000 | 14 | $13,385 |
How to apply
Grey Sparrow 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 Grey Sparrow Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Iowa.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Iowa | 9 | $295,000 |
| Arizona | 1 | $20,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $15,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $10,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $10,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New Hope Assembly of God | Missions/outreach/education | $100,000 |
| Valley Church | Missions/outreach/education | $100,000 |
| Des Moines Christian School | Missions/outreach/education | $30,000 |
| Agape Pregnancy Resource Center | Missions/outreach/education | $20,000 |
| Christ Unlimited Ministries | Missions/outreach/education | $20,000 |
| Individual | Assistance to families with hardship | $20,000 |
| Samaritans Purse | Missions/outreach/education | $15,000 |
| Family Research Council | Missions/outreach/education | $10,000 |
| Got Questions | Missions/outreach/education | $10,000 |
| Garden Gate Ranch Inc | Missions/outreach/education | $10,000 |
| Intl Fellowship of Christians & Jew | Missions/outreach/education | $10,000 |
| Life 1071 | Missions/outreach/education | $5,000 |
| Godspeed Equine | Missions/outreach/education | $5,000 |
| Marthas House of Hope Inc | Missions/outreach/education | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Terence Ventling
- Adam Ventling
- Aaron Ventling
- Wanda Ventling
- Andrew Ventling
- Alison Herr
Questions people ask
Does Grey Sparrow Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Grey Sparrow Foundation give?
$360,000 in tax year 2024, across 14 grants, with a typical grant of $12,500.
Who runs Grey Sparrow Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Terence Ventling (Director), Adam Ventling (Director), Aaron Ventling (Director) and Wanda Ventling (President) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does Grey Sparrow Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and faith communities.