McCullough Family Foundation
Accepts applications
McCullough Family Foundation is a private foundation in West Des Moines, Iowa. In tax year 2025 it gave $120,000 in 7 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $65,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$120,000
- Number of grants7
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$65,000
- Assets$2.6 million
- New grantees29%
Giving in 2025 was up from $113,513 the year before.
29% 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 | $59,250 | 8 | $2.3 million |
| 2024 | $113,513 | 7 | $2.3 million |
| 2025 | $120,000 | 7 | $2.6 million |
How to apply
| Contact | McCullough Family Foundation Meagan 4101 Timberwood Drive, West Des Moines, IA 50265 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (515) 460-5480 |
| What to submit | No prescribed format. |
| Restrictions | Awards are limited to organizations that qualify under section 501(c)(3) of the internal revenue code. |
What McCullough Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Iowa.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Iowa | 5 | $84,000 |
| Missouri | 1 | $31,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| St Francis of Assisi | General operations | $65,000 |
| Our Lady of the Lake | General operations | $31,000 |
| St Mary's Church | General operations | $15,000 |
| Weecycle | General operations | $5,000 |
| Food Bank of Iowa | General operations | $2,500 |
| Ragbrai Dream Team | General operations | $1,000 |
| Iowa Catholic Radio Foundation | General operations | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Leon McCullough
- Dorothy McCullough
- Meagan McCullough Corcoran
- Morgen McCullough Calgaard
Questions people ask
Does McCullough Family Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does McCullough Family Foundation give?
$120,000 in tax year 2025, across 7 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs McCullough Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Leon McCullough (Pres & Treas), Dorothy McCullough (Secretary), Meagan McCullough Corcoran (VP & Admin) and Morgen McCullough Calgaard (Vice President).
What does McCullough Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities.