Obrien Courage and Hope Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Obrien Courage and Hope Foundation is a private foundation in Des Moines, Iowa. In tax year 2025 it gave $40,000 in 4 grants; the typical grant was $4,500 and the largest $28,000. 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$40,000
- Number of grants4
- Typical grant$4,500
- Largest grant$28,000
- Assets$1.1 million
- New grantees25%
Giving in 2025 was up from $34,000 the year before.
25% 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 | $32,000 | 3 | $655,512 |
| 2024 | $34,000 | 4 | $832,703 |
| 2025 | $40,000 | 4 | $1.1 million |
How to apply
Obrien Courage and Hope Foundation 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.
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Iowa.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Iowa | 4 | $40,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| John Stoddard Cancer Center | Pink day program, nurse navigator, compassion fund and meals that matter programs | $28,000 |
| Edmundson Art Foundaton Inc | Ben millett exhibition | $5,000 |
| The Brenton Arboretum | O'brien nature play area | $4,000 |
| Animal Rescue League of Iowa Inc | Care of animals in community | $3,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Carolyn J O'Brien
Questions people ask
Does Obrien Courage and Hope Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Obrien Courage and Hope Foundation give?
$40,000 in tax year 2025, across 4 grants, with a typical grant of $4,500.
Who runs Obrien Courage and Hope Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Carolyn J O'Brien (President).