Iowa Foundation for Education
Preselected recipients only
Iowa Foundation for Education is a private foundation in Windsor Heights, Iowa. In tax year 2025 it gave $148,843 in 8 grants; the typical grant was $7,500 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 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$148,843
- Number of grants8
- Typical grant$7,500
- Largest grant$100,000
- Assets$5.0 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was up from $128,232 the year before.
0% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $139,827 | 7 | $3.3 million |
| 2024 | $128,232 | 9 | $3.3 million |
| 2025 | $148,843 | 8 | $5.0 million |
How to apply
Iowa Foundation for Education 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 Iowa Foundation for Education funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Iowa.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Iowa | 2 | $119,343 |
| California | 1 | $10,000 |
| Minnesota | 1 | $10,000 |
| New York | 4 | $9,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Civic Music Association | General operating budget | $100,000 |
| 1000 Friends of Iowa | General operating budget | $19,343 |
| B'nai Horin Children of Freedom | General operating | $10,000 |
| Planned Parenthood North Central | General operating budget | $10,000 |
| Irondale Ensemble Project | General operating budget | $5,000 |
| Gingold Theatrical Group | General operating budget | $2,000 |
| Amas Community Theatre | General operating budget | $1,500 |
| Pratt Institute | General operating budget | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Laura Belin
- Dr Thomas Richard Belin
- Joy Elizabeth Belin
- James M Belin
Questions people ask
Does Iowa Foundation for Education accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Iowa Foundation for Education give?
$148,843 in tax year 2025, across 8 grants, with a typical grant of $7,500.
Who runs Iowa Foundation for Education?
Its 2025 filing lists Laura Belin (President), Dr Thomas Richard Belin (Vice-Preside), Joy Elizabeth Belin (Director) and James M Belin (Secretary/Tr).
What does Iowa Foundation for Education fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture.