Jensen Scholarship Fund
Preselected recipients only
Jensen Scholarship Fund is a private foundation in Algona, Iowa. In tax year 2025 it gave $500 in 4 grants; the typical grant was $125 and the largest $125. 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$500
- Number of grants4
- Typical grant$125
- Largest grant$125
- Assets$18,643
- New grantees75%
Giving in 2025 was the same as $500 the year before.
75% 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 | $500 | 4 | $19,861 |
| 2024 | $500 | 4 | $19,348 |
| 2025 | $500 | 4 | $18,643 |
How to apply
Jensen Scholarship Fund 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 Jensen Scholarship Fund funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Iowa.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Iowa | 3 | $375 |
| South Dakota | 1 | $125 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Buena Vista University | Scholarships for pocahontas area high school graduates | $125 |
| South Dakota State University | Scholarships for pocahontas area high school graduates | $125 |
| Iowa Central Community College | Scholarships for pocahontas area high school graduates | $125 |
| Northwestern College | Scholarships for pocahontas area high school graduates | $125 |
Officers and trustees
- Iowa State Bank
Questions people ask
Does Jensen Scholarship Fund accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Jensen Scholarship Fund give?
$500 in tax year 2025, across 4 grants, with a typical grant of $125.
Who runs Jensen Scholarship Fund?
Its 2025 filing lists Iowa State Bank (Trustee).
What does Jensen Scholarship Fund fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.