John & Mary Pappajohn Scholarship Foundation
Preselected recipients only
John & Mary Pappajohn Scholarship Foundation is a private foundation in Des Moines, Iowa. In tax year 2023 it gave $170,317 in 18 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $50,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2023.
- Grants paid, 2023$170,317
- Number of grants18
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$0
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $0 | 0 | $175,098 |
| 2023 | $170,317 | 18 | $0 |
How to apply
John & Mary Pappajohn Scholarship 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 John & Mary Pappajohn Scholarship Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 10 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 3 | $81,000 |
| Massachusetts | 3 | $37,817 |
| Iowa | 5 | $22,500 |
| Illinois | 1 | $10,000 |
| Minnesota | 1 | $10,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $5,000 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $1,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $1,000 |
| Mississippi | 1 | $1,000 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2023
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Skidmore College | Educational | $50,000 |
| Leadership 100 | Educational | $25,000 |
| Anatolia College | Educational | $20,000 |
| Hellenic College Holy Cross | Educational | $15,000 |
| Des Moines University | Educational | $10,000 |
| Panhellenic Scholarship Foundation | Educational | $10,000 |
| University of Minnesota | Educational | $10,000 |
| Ionian Village | Educational | $6,000 |
| Drake University | Educational | $5,000 |
| Helping Heroes Foundation | Educational | $5,000 |
| Valissima Institute Inc | Educational | $5,000 |
| Crossroad Institute | Educational | $2,817 |
| Des Moines Symphony | Charitable | $2,000 |
| Bay Colony Scholarship Fund | Educational | $1,000 |
| Church of the Archangels | Educational | $1,000 |
| Hope Through Education | Educational | $1,000 |
| The Piney Woods School | Educational | $1,000 |
| Iowa College Foundation | Charitable | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Ann Vassiliou
- Argyris Vassiliou
Questions people ask
Does John & Mary Pappajohn Scholarship Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does John & Mary Pappajohn Scholarship Foundation give?
$170,317 in tax year 2023, across 18 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs John & Mary Pappajohn Scholarship Foundation?
Its 2023 filing lists Ann Vassiliou (Director) and Argyris Vassiliou (Director).
What does John & Mary Pappajohn Scholarship Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.