K2 Charitable Foundation
Accepts applications
K2 Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Urbandale, Iowa. In tax year 2025 it gave $2.1 million in 16 grants; the typical grant was $30,000 and the largest $1.0 million. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$2.1 million
- Number of grants16
- Typical grant$30,000
- Largest grant$1.0 million
- Assets$11.6 million
- New grantees38%
Giving in 2025 was up from $1.5 million the year before.
38% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $1.5 million | 13 | $11.3 million |
| 2024 | $1.5 million | 16 | $12.1 million |
| 2025 | $2.1 million | 16 | $11.6 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Kenneth L Smith 10021 Hickman Road, Urbandale, IA 50322 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (515) 276-3456 |
| What to submit | The foundation board is developing the grant application program that will be used to evaluate the applicants |
| Deadlines | Submission deadlines have not been yet determined |
| Restrictions | In process of determining any restrictions |
What K2 Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Florida.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 2 | $1.1 million |
| Iowa | 9 | $549,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $407,500 |
| Mississippi | 2 | $92,500 |
| Indiana | 1 | $35,000 |
| South Carolina | 1 | $2,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Haiti Christian Development Fund | Relocation and redistribution of the poor in haiti | $1.0 million |
| New Horizons Ministries | Incarceration counseling | $407,500 |
| Freedom for Youth | Assist lost and hurting kids who are without a home in iowa | $269,000 |
| Agape Pregnancy Resource Center | Pregnancy counseling | $150,000 |
| Open Bible Church | Association of churches and ministers | $82,000 |
| John & Vera Mae Perkins Foundation | Christian community development | $67,500 |
| Joppa | Homeless outreach | $40,000 |
| Leader Source | Education | $35,000 |
| The Mendenhall Ministries | Christian community development | $25,000 |
| Scalpel at the Cross | Medical ministry | $20,000 |
| Hidden Acres Christian Center | Christian summer camp programs | $2,000 |
| Des Moines Refugee Support | Assist refugee families | $2,000 |
| Holy Cross Church | Religious education | $2,000 |
| Variety - the Childrens Charity of Iowa | Christian community development | $2,000 |
| Fellowship of Christian Athletes | Christian fellowship religious teaching | $1,500 |
| Joshua Christian Academy | Religious education | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Kenneth L Smith
- Robert Wilson
- John Lamale
- Barry Luchtel
- Landon Luchtel
- Tom Gilbert
Questions people ask
Does K2 Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: Submission deadlines have not been yet determined.
How much does K2 Charitable Foundation give?
$2.1 million in tax year 2025, across 16 grants, with a typical grant of $30,000.
Who runs K2 Charitable Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Kenneth L Smith (President), Robert Wilson (Director), John Lamale (Treasurer) and Barry Luchtel (Secretary) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does K2 Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, human services and youth programs.