Mulcahy Foundation
Accepts applications
Mulcahy Foundation is a private foundation in Adel, Iowa. In tax year 2025 it gave $49,300 in 15 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $6,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$49,300
- Number of grants15
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$6,000
- Assets$925,750
- New grantees62%
Giving in 2025 was up from $29,100 the year before.
62% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $29,100 | 11 | $1.1 million |
| 2025 | $49,300 | 15 | $925,750 |
How to apply
| Contact | David S Elizabeth Mulcahy 1542 Burr Oaks Drive, West Des Moines, IA 50266 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (515) 240-9096, dmulcahy@monmatgrp.com |
| What to submit | No specific application is required. |
| Deadlines | There is no specific admission deadline. |
| Restrictions | The Foundation is limited to the making of distributions to organizations that qualify as exempt organizations pursuant to 501(c)(3) and 170(c)(2) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986. |
What Mulcahy Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Iowa.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Iowa | 12 | $46,300 |
| Minnesota | 1 | $1,000 |
| Montana | 1 | $1,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Iowa Rock & Roll Association | Support music arts in Iowa | $6,000 |
| University of Iowa Family Children's Hospital | Support UIowa Children's Hospital mission. | $6,000 |
| Dallas County Foundation | Support Charitable programs in Central Iowa. | $5,000 |
| Des Moines Swim Federation | Promote youth swimming in the Des Moines Community. | $5,000 |
| Des Moines Swim Federation | Promote youth swimming in the Des Moines Community. | $5,000 |
| Dickinson County Trails | Support trails & outdoor activities | $5,000 |
| Historic Arnolds Park | Support Youth Activities | $5,000 |
| Iowa Hawkeye Wrestling Club | Support amatuer sports in Iowa | $5,000 |
| Des Moines Swim Federation | Youth swimming in Des Moines, Iowa | $3,000 |
| Dickinson County Airport Authority | Support public transportation | $1,000 |
| Fort Cherry Wrestling | Support amateuer sports in Pennsylvania | $1,000 |
| Madison River Foundation | Conservation on Madison River | $1,000 |
| Mayo Clinic | Supporting Mayo Clinic Foundation | $1,000 |
| Norwalk Elementary School | Support school activities | $200 |
| Des Moines Police Department | Support holiday meals in Iowa | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- David S Mulcahy
- Elizabeth A Mulcahy
- Andrea Smith
Questions people ask
Does Mulcahy Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: There is no specific admission deadline..
How much does Mulcahy Foundation give?
$49,300 in tax year 2025, across 15 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Mulcahy Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists David S Mulcahy (President), Elizabeth A Mulcahy (Treasurer) and Andrea Smith (Vice President).
What does Mulcahy Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs, environment and conservation and health.