James W and Frances M Ackerman Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
James W and Frances M Ackerman Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Fort Dodge, Iowa. In tax year 2024 it gave $33,000 in 7 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $7,000. 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$33,000
- Number of grants7
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$7,000
- Assets$1.0 million
- New grantees14%
Giving in 2024 was down from $57,500 the year before.
14% of its 2024 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | $42,375 | 12 | $1.1 million |
| 2023 | $57,500 | 10 | $900,991 |
| 2024 | $33,000 | 7 | $1.0 million |
How to apply
James W and Frances M Ackerman Charitable 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 James W and Frances M Ackerman Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Iowa.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Iowa | 5 | $23,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $6,000 |
| Wyoming | 1 | $4,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| University of Iowa | Scholarships | $7,000 |
| Texas Christian University | Scholarships | $6,000 |
| Iowa Central Community College | Scholarships | $6,000 |
| Friends of St Edmond Ball | To support catholic education | $5,000 |
| University of Wyoming | Scholarships | $4,000 |
| St Edmonds School | General support | $3,000 |
| Iowa State University | Scholarship | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- James R Bocken
- Kathy Bocken
- Thomas G Schnurr
- Greg Bocken
- Brian Bocken
Questions people ask
Does James W and Frances M Ackerman Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does James W and Frances M Ackerman Charitable Foundation give?
$33,000 in tax year 2024, across 7 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs James W and Frances M Ackerman Charitable Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists James R Bocken (President), Kathy Bocken (Secretarty), Thomas G Schnurr (Director) and Greg Bocken (Treasurer) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does James W and Frances M Ackerman Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and faith communities.