Prospice
Accepts applications
Prospice is a private foundation in Des Moines, Iowa. In tax year 2025 it gave $62,500 in 10 grants; the typical grant was $2,250 and the largest $21,500. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$62,500
- Number of grants10
- Typical grant$2,250
- Largest grant$21,500
- Assets$620,366
- New grantees20%
Giving in 2025 was down from $66,750 the year before.
20% 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 | $46,500 | 12 | $665,926 |
| 2024 | $66,750 | 10 | $661,913 |
| 2025 | $62,500 | 10 | $620,366 |
How to apply
| Contact | Mark L Hill 2801 Park Ave, Des Moines, IA 50321 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (515) 559-4224, markhilldsm@gmail.com |
| What to submit | Description of organization & description of the program to be supported. |
| Restrictions | Testamentary wishes of contributor: 501(c)(3) organizations supporting educational institutions, public libraries, nature conservancy, Iowa natural heritage foundation, religious organizations and other organizations supporting the arts, education, environmental wellbeing. |
What Prospice funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Iowa.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Iowa | 10 | $62,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Childserve | Charitable work | $21,500 |
| Des Moines Metro Opera | To promote the opera and culture of the opera | $12,000 |
| Des Moines Art Center | To promote the arts | $11,000 |
| Holy Family Catholic School | To provide for religious services and religious education | $10,000 |
| Greater Des Moines Public Art | To promote the arts | $3,500 |
| Iowa Natural Heritage Foundation | Charitable work | $1,000 |
| Iowa Nature Summit | To promote higher education | $1,000 |
| Plymouth Church | To provide for religious services and religious education | $1,000 |
| Gigi's Playhouse | Charitable work | $1,000 |
| Above and Beyond Cancer | To promote cancer awareness | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Amy Anderson
- Mark L Hill
- Mary D Hill
- Mark L Hill Jr
Questions people ask
Does Prospice accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does Prospice give?
$62,500 in tax year 2025, across 10 grants, with a typical grant of $2,250.
Who runs Prospice?
Its 2025 filing lists Amy Anderson (President), Mark L Hill (Secretary/Treasurer), Mary D Hill (Director) and Mark L Hill Jr (Director).
What does Prospice fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, education and faith communities.