Grinnell Mutual Group Foundation
Accepts applications
Grinnell Mutual Group Foundation is a private foundation in Grinnell, Iowa. In tax year 2025 it gave $363,272 in 89 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $50,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$363,272
- Number of grants89
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$1.0 million
- New grantees46%
Giving in 2025 was down from $555,095 the year before.
46% 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 | $433,324 | 90 | $1,162 |
| 2024 | $555,095 | 98 | $305 |
| 2025 | $363,272 | 89 | $1.0 million |
How to apply
| Contact | GMG Foundation Scholarship P O Box 790, Grinnell, IA 50112 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (641) 269-8000 |
| What to submit | Larry Jansen Scholarship Attn: GMG Foundation. Completed application form. Essay not to exceed one page typed and double-spaced: Briefly describe where you plan to attend college and why you chose that school. Also include information on how your job at Grinnell Mutual has influenced your education career choice. Copy of current report card or transcript through first semester trimester of senior year. |
| Deadlines | 3 31 2025 |
| Restrictions | Must be a dependent child natural adopted or stepchild of a current employee of the company. Have a parent employed with Grinnell Mutual at the time of the application and award presentation. Be a high school graduate of the Class of 2025. Be accepted for post-secondary education to an accredited college university or trade school. |
What Grinnell Mutual Group Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to Iowa.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Iowa | 71 | $355,767 |
| Illinois | 5 | $2,192 |
| Ohio | 5 | $1,456 |
| Minnesota | 3 | $1,416 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $1,300 |
| North Dakota | 1 | $676 |
| South Dakota | 1 | $260 |
| Wisconsin | 2 | $205 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Grinnell Regional Medical Center Foundation | ED Exam room and Bathroom upgrades | $50,000 |
| United Way of Central Iowa | United Way employee matching donation | $25,102 |
| Mid Iowa Community Action | Food Insecurity Assistance | $25,000 |
| Grinnell Fire Department | Supplies for Ambulance-3rd of 3 Annual payments | $20,000 |
| Greater Poweshiek Community Foundation | Grinnell Education Partnership 2nd of 3 yr commitment | $20,000 |
| Grinnell United Way | United Way employee matching donation | $14,470 |
| St Francis Manor Foundation | Automatic Door Locking System Grant 2nd of 2 years | $12,500 |
| Grinnell Area Arts Council | Stew and GAAC Security Systems | $10,852 |
| Iowa College Foundation | Scholarship program for 2025-2026 | $10,000 |
| Iowa State University Foundation | Annual GMG Foundation Scholarships 2025-2026 | $10,000 |
| University of Iowa Foundation | Holden Comprehensive Cancer Center 2025 pledge 5th of 5 years | $10,000 |
| University of Iowa Foundation | Holden Comprehensive Cancer Center 2025 pledge final | $10,000 |
| Jasper County Agricultural Society | Horse Barn and Youth Building restorations | $10,000 |
| JPK Fund | JPK Fund-Grinnell Area Mental Health Consortium | $10,000 |
| Tama Ambulance Service | Donation Toward Lifepak 35 | $10,000 |
| Poweshiek County Sportsmans Association | Grant Request for Pat Trap Machine | $10,000 |
| Greater Poweshiek Community Foundation | GEP Americorps emergency funding | $6,000 |
| Claude and Dolly Ahrens Foundation | Operational Funds 2nd of 5 years commitment | $5,000 |
| Greater Poweshiek Community Foundation | Business Partner in Philanthrophy 2nd of 3 years | $5,000 |
| Iowa ABI Foundation | Business Horizons | $5,000 |
| Camp Corageous | Nature Trail | $5,000 |
| Lynnville Sully Athletic Booster | Baseball Field Improvements | $5,000 |
| United Way of East Central Iowa | United Way employee matching donation | $4,833 |
| United Way of Jasper County | United Way employee matching donation | $4,425 |
| University of Iowa Foundation | 2025-2026 Scholarships | $4,000 |
| University of Northern Iowa Foundation | Project #211888 Grinnell Mutual Group Foundation Scholarship | $4,000 |
| Montezuma Community Fund | United Way employee matching donation | $3,748 |
| United Way of Mahaska County | United Way employee matching donation | $3,176 |
| Marion County Humane Society | Thrift Store Accessories | $3,000 |
| Families Forward | Match for Team Up for Tomorrow 1st Place team donation | $2,864 |
| BGM Schools | Des Moines Opera Iowa 2026 | $2,200 |
| Grinnell Newburg School Foundation | General Fund Support | $2,000 |
| Capri Theatre | Match for Team Up for Tomorrow 2nd Place team donation | $1,909 |
| Kellogg Community Chest | United Way employee matching donation | $1,758 |
| United Way of Story County | United Way employee matching donation | $1,638 |
| Grinnell United Church of ChristCo | Suds of Love-Laundry and Hygiene Supplies | $1,500 |
| Lynnville United Fund | United Way employee matching donation | $1,386 |
| United Way of Greater High Point | United Way employee matching donation | $1,300 |
| BrooklynBear Creek Community Fund | United Way employee matching donation | $1,158 |
| Tama County Community Foundation South Tama | United Way employee matching donation | $1,036 |
Officers and trustees
- Dave Wingert
- Lauren Augustin
- Michelle Papendick
- Kami Holmes
- Todd Milburn
- David Miller
- Nicolle Smith
- Mandy Hudnut
- Shannon Arendt
- Angie Albers
- Roby Shay
Questions people ask
Does Grinnell Mutual Group Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: 3 31 2025.
How much does Grinnell Mutual Group Foundation give?
$363,272 in tax year 2025, across 89 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs Grinnell Mutual Group Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Dave Wingert (President), Lauren Augustin (Vice President), Michelle Papendick (Treasurer) and Kami Holmes (Director) among 11 officers and trustees.
What does Grinnell Mutual Group Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, health and human services.