Lester Prehn Trust
Preselected recipients only
Lester Prehn Trust is a private foundation in Norwalk, Iowa. In tax year 2025 it gave $2,000 in 1 grant; the typical grant was $2,000 and the largest $2,000. 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$2,000
- Number of grants1
- Typical grant$2,000
- Largest grant$2,000
- Assets$57,370
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was up from $1,675 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 | $0 | 0 | $55,985 |
| 2024 | $1,675 | 1 | $56,275 |
| 2025 | $2,000 | 1 | $57,370 |
How to apply
Lester Prehn Trust 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 Lester Prehn Trust funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Iowa.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Iowa | 1 | $2,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Martensdale-St Marys Community School District | Student scholarships | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- City State Bank
Questions people ask
Does Lester Prehn Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Lester Prehn Trust give?
$2,000 in tax year 2025, across 1 grant, with a typical grant of $2,000.
Who runs Lester Prehn Trust?
Its 2025 filing lists City State Bank (Trustee).
What does Lester Prehn Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.