Perrin Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Perrin Foundation is a private foundation in Urbandale, Iowa. In tax year 2025 it gave $154,341 in 40 grants; the typical grant was $1,050 and the largest $33,333. 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$154,341
- Number of grants40
- Typical grant$1,050
- Largest grant$33,333
- Assets$2.3 million
- New grantees69%
Giving in 2025 was up from $142,974 the year before.
69% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $101,567 | 10 | $2.0 million |
| 2023 | $88,636 | 9 | $2.1 million |
| 2024 | $142,974 | 10 | $2.3 million |
| 2025 | $154,341 | 40 | $2.3 million |
How to apply
Perrin 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.
What Perrin Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Iowa.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Iowa | 14 | $102,327 |
| Michigan | 1 | $25,000 |
| New York | 10 | $10,500 |
| Arizona | 10 | $10,000 |
| Texas | 3 | $3,014 |
| New Hampshire | 1 | $2,500 |
| Georgia | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Lutheran Church of Hope | General support | $33,333 |
| Dowling Catholic High School | General support | $25,000 |
| University Liggett School | General support | $25,000 |
| St Francis of Assisi School | General support | $15,000 |
| United Way of Central Iowa | General support | $15,000 |
| Lutheran Church of Hope | General support | $2,500 |
| Lutheran Church of Hope | General support | $2,500 |
| Lutheran Church of Hope | General support | $2,500 |
| Lutheran Church of Hope | General support | $2,500 |
| St Mark's School of Texas | General support | $2,500 |
| Tuck School of Business Dartmouth College | General support | $2,500 |
| Tunnel to Towers Foundation | General support | $1,050 |
| Tunnel to Towers Foundation | General support | $1,050 |
| Tunnel to Towers Foundation | General support | $1,050 |
| Tunnel to Towers Foundation | General support | $1,050 |
| Tunnel to Towers Foundation | General support | $1,050 |
| Tunnel to Towers Foundation | General support | $1,050 |
| Tunnel to Towers Foundation | General support | $1,050 |
| Tunnel to Towers Foundation | General support | $1,050 |
| Tunnel to Towers Foundation | General support | $1,050 |
| Tunnel to Towers Foundation | General support | $1,050 |
| Americans of Faith | General support | $1,000 |
| Catholic Charities Diocese of Des Moines | General support | $1,000 |
| Mary's Helping Hands | General support | $1,000 |
| Turning Point USA | General support | $1,000 |
| Turning Point USA | General support | $1,000 |
| Turning Point USA | General support | $1,000 |
| Turning Point USA | General support | $1,000 |
| Turning Point USA | General support | $1,000 |
| Turning Point USA | General support | $1,000 |
| Turning Point USA | General support | $1,000 |
| Turning Point USA | General support | $1,000 |
| Turning Point USA | General support | $1,000 |
| Turning Point USA | General support | $1,000 |
| Vietnamese American Community in Io | General support | $1,000 |
| Diocese of Des Moines | General support | $575 |
| Food Bank of Iowa | General support | $264 |
| American Heart Association | General support | $257 |
| American Heart Association | General support | $257 |
| St Francis of Assisi School | General support | $155 |
Officers and trustees
- George M Perrin
- Dominique Perrin
- Michael Perrin
Questions people ask
Does Perrin Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Perrin Foundation give?
$154,341 in tax year 2025, across 40 grants, with a typical grant of $1,050.
Who runs Perrin Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists George M Perrin (President), Dominique Perrin (Vice Preside) and Michael Perrin (Trustee).
What does Perrin Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, education and human services.