Marion Jerome Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Marion Jerome Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Decorah, Iowa. In tax year 2025 it gave $2.8 million in 10 grants; the typical grant was $7,000 and the largest $2.8 million. 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$2.8 million
- Number of grants10
- Typical grant$7,000
- Largest grant$2.8 million
- Assets$0
- New grantees40%
Giving in 2025 was up from $151,711 the year before.
40% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $149,711 | 20 | $2.6 million |
| 2024 | $151,711 | 20 | $2.8 million |
| 2025 | $2.8 million | 10 | $0 |
How to apply
Marion Jerome Foundation Inc 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 Marion Jerome Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Ohio.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ohio | 1 | $2.8 million |
| Iowa | 8 | $62,421 |
| Wisconsin | 1 | $17,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Fidelity Charitable | Donor advised fund | $2.8 million |
| Decorah High School Dollars for Scholars | Operating | $25,000 |
| Barron Area Education Foundation Inc | Operating | $17,500 |
| Iowa 4-H Foundaton | Operating | $14,421 |
| Vesterheim | Operating | $10,000 |
| Crestwood High School Dollars for Scholars | Operating | $4,000 |
| South Winneshiek Dollars for Scholars | Operating | $4,000 |
| Oneota Valley Orchestra | Operating | $3,000 |
| Decorah Performing Arts Boosters | Operating | $1,000 |
| Decorah Viking Athletic Club Boosters | Operating | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Candace J Arp
- Allison J Elwood
- Carolyn E Duranceau
- David G Arp
Questions people ask
Does Marion Jerome Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Marion Jerome Foundation Inc give?
$2.8 million in tax year 2025, across 10 grants, with a typical grant of $7,000.
Who runs Marion Jerome Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Candace J Arp (President), Allison J Elwood (Vice President), Carolyn E Duranceau (Secretary) and David G Arp (Treasurer).
What does Marion Jerome Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and arts and culture.