John M Campbell Trust
Accepts applications
John M Campbell Trust is a private foundation in Grinnell, Iowa. In tax year 2025 it gave $3.5 million in 2 grants; the typical grant was $1.8 million and the largest $3.1 million. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$3.5 million
- Number of grants2
- Typical grant$1.8 million
- Largest grant$3.1 million
- Assets$7.7 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was up from $437,660 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 | $268,572 | 1 | $1.5 million |
| 2024 | $437,660 | 2 | $13.1 million |
| 2025 | $3.5 million | 2 | $7.7 million |
How to apply
| Contact | City of Grinnell 808 4th Avenue, Grinnell, IA 50112 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (641) 236-2600 |
| What to submit | Submit requests to the city of grinnell and the trustee. See roger d. Roland |
| Restrictions | Must benefit the worthy poor |
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Iowa.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Iowa | 2 | $3.5 million |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Greater Poweshiek County Foundation | Aid the worthy poor | $3.1 million |
| City of Grinnell | Aid the worthy poor | $368,889 |
Officers and trustees
- Thomas Cirks Co-Trustee
- Megan Veldboom Co-Trustee
Questions people ask
Does John M Campbell Trust accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does John M Campbell Trust give?
$3.5 million in tax year 2025, across 2 grants, with a typical grant of $1.8 million.
Who runs John M Campbell Trust?
Its 2025 filing lists Thomas Cirks Co-Trustee (Co-Trustee Appointed 31325) and Megan Veldboom Co-Trustee (Co-Trustee Appointed 31325).