Harold W & Leone L Godbersen Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Harold W & Leone L Godbersen Family Foundation is a private foundation in Ida Grove, Iowa. In tax year 2025 it gave $196,347 in 3 grants; the typical grant was $75,000 and the largest $103,000. 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$196,347
- Number of grants3
- Typical grant$75,000
- Largest grant$103,000
- Assets$3.4 million
- New grantees33%
Giving in 2025 was up from $135,250 the year before.
33% 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 | $123,238 | 4 | $3.2 million |
| 2024 | $135,250 | 4 | $3.2 million |
| 2025 | $196,347 | 3 | $3.4 million |
How to apply
Harold W & Leone L Godbersen 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 Harold W & Leone L Godbersen Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Iowa.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Iowa | 3 | $196,347 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Battle Creekida Grove Student Scholarships | Scholarships | $103,000 |
| Ida Grove Kiwanis Charitable Foundation | Splash pad and city park project | $75,000 |
| Oabcig Community School District | New sound system in the high school cafetorium | $18,347 |
Officers and trustees
- Sharon Godbersen
- David Petersen
- Michelle Godbersen
- Laurie Krayenhagen
Questions people ask
Does Harold W & Leone L Godbersen Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Harold W & Leone L Godbersen Family Foundation give?
$196,347 in tax year 2025, across 3 grants, with a typical grant of $75,000.
Who runs Harold W & Leone L Godbersen Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Sharon Godbersen (Director), David Petersen (Director), Michelle Godbersen (Director) and Laurie Krayenhagen (Director).
What does Harold W & Leone L Godbersen Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and environment and conservation.