RAD Charitable Trust
Preselected recipients only
RAD Charitable Trust is a private foundation in Storm Lake, Iowa. In tax year 2024 it gave $86,888 in 17 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $10,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$86,888
- Number of grants17
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$10,000
- Assets$0
- New grantees88%
Giving in 2024 was up from $22,300 the year before.
88% of its 2024 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $22,300 | 2 | $88,662 |
| 2024 | $86,888 | 17 | $0 |
How to apply
RAD Charitable Trust 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 RAD Charitable Trust funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Iowa.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Iowa | 12 | $56,888 |
| Oregon | 3 | $15,000 |
| Washington | 2 | $15,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Easter Seals Washington | civic | $10,000 |
| Caring Paws Rescue | civic | $10,000 |
| Buena Vista Regional Medical Center | Medical | $8,588 |
| Buena Vista Co Historical Society | civic | $7,500 |
| Friends of Storm Lake Public Library | educational | $7,500 |
| Island Shakespeare Festival | cultural | $5,000 |
| Old Mill Center for Children and Families | civic | $5,000 |
| Green Belt Land Trust | civic | $5,000 |
| Willamette Partnership | civic | $5,000 |
| Plains Area Mental Health | Medical | $5,000 |
| Ida Grove Kiwanis Foundation | civic | $4,500 |
| United Methodist Church | religious | $3,500 |
| Storm Lake Music Boosters | educational | $2,500 |
| Storm Lake Fire Dept | governmental | $2,500 |
| Storm Lake Police Dept | civic | $2,500 |
| Buena Vista Co Sheriff Dept | civic | $2,500 |
| Star Spangled Spectacular | community celebrationcivic | $300 |
Officers and trustees
- Citizens First National
- Jewell Dierwechter
Questions people ask
Does RAD Charitable Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does RAD Charitable Trust give?
$86,888 in tax year 2024, across 17 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs RAD Charitable Trust?
Its 2024 filing lists Citizens First National (Trustee) and Jewell Dierwechter (Co-Trustee).
What does RAD Charitable Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly community development, arts and culture and health.