Mansfield Charitable Foundation
Accepts applications
Mansfield Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Tama, Iowa. In tax year 2024 it gave $745,376 in 33 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $100,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$745,376
- Number of grants33
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$100,000
- Assets$19.5 million
- New grantees19%
Giving in 2024 was down from $759,420 the year before.
19% of its 2024 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | $701,924 | 29 | $16.2 million |
| 2023 | $759,420 | 34 | $18.3 million |
| 2024 | $745,376 | 33 | $19.5 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Mark Harrington 100 W 13th St, Tama, IA 52339 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (641) 484-3000 |
| What to submit | Wesley and irene mansfield charitable foundation 1000 w 13th st. Tama Iowa 52339 organization's application for grant general guidelines a)grants are only made to non- profit organizations or governmental entities. B)the focus of the mansfield foundation is to support the communities of belle plaine and tama Iowa and albion Nebraska. C)applications need to be received by may 15 to be considered for acceptance. D)if awarded, grants are generally disbursed in july of each year. Part 1: information about the applicant entity name:______________________ address:______________________ city, state zip: ______________________ contact name: ______________________ phone: ______________________ email: _____________________ a)is the applicant a governmental entity? Yes / no b)is the applicant a non-profit organization? Yes / no if you are a non-profit, attach a copy of your IRS determination letter or a copy of your most recent form 990. If you are a non-profit, attach a list of your governing bo |
| Deadlines | May 15th |
What Mansfield Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Iowa.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Iowa | 16 | $470,376 |
| Nebraska | 17 | $275,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| City of Tama | Safe routes to school project | $100,000 |
| South Tama CSD | Stem program yr 8 of 10 | $100,000 |
| City of Belle Plaine | Pickleball court | $75,751 |
| City of Albion | Albion housing program | $70,000 |
| City of Toledo | Stc resource officer yr 3 or 5 | $50,000 |
| Boone County Ag Ed Center | General support | $40,000 |
| Boone County Beginnings | General support & tuition assistance | $40,000 |
| Belle Plaine Com School Dist | Housing trades program | $36,000 |
| Belle Plaine Com School Dist | Stem program yr 8 of 10 | $30,000 |
| Boone Co Health Center Foundation | General fund | $30,000 |
| City of Chelsea | Library & playground improvements | $13,800 |
| City of Belle Plaine | Fire dept | $11,525 |
| Albion Area Arts Council | General support | $10,000 |
| Albion Education Foundation | Scholarships | $10,000 |
| Belle Plaine Comm School Dist Found | Scholarships | $10,000 |
| Belle Plaine Comm School Dist Found | Stem scholarship | $10,000 |
| Boone County Fairgrounds | Electronic sign | $10,000 |
| Boone County Fitness Center | General support | $10,000 |
| City of Albion | Park improvement fund | $10,000 |
| Good Samaritan Society | Facility remodel | $10,000 |
| Petersburg Community Foundation | Petersburg village campus | $10,000 |
| STC Scholarship Foundation | Scholarships | $10,000 |
| STC Scholarship Foundation | Stem scholarship | $10,000 |
| Belle Plaine Comm School Dist Found | Athena art program | $5,300 |
| Albion Rose Hill Cemetery Inc | Landscaping project | $5,000 |
| Boone Central School | Cardinal kids club | $5,000 |
| Cedar River Rascals | Splash pad | $5,000 |
| St Edwards Economic Development | Community center | $5,000 |
| Benton Co Volunteer Program | Program support | $3,000 |
| Akron Comm Church | Hvac upgrade | $2,500 |
| American Red Cross-Iowa | General support | $2,500 |
| City of Belle Plaine | Sound park | $2,500 |
| Village of Primrose | Park improvements | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Bradley Cook
- Mark Harrington
- Barbara Garling
Questions people ask
Does Mansfield Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: May 15th.
How much does Mansfield Charitable Foundation give?
$745,376 in tax year 2024, across 33 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Mansfield Charitable Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Bradley Cook (Chairman), Mark Harrington (Treasurer) and Barbara Garling (Secretary).
What does Mansfield Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, housing and homelessness and community development.