Robert and Arlene Hamilton Family Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Robert and Arlene Hamilton Family Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Ankeny, Iowa. In tax year 2024 it gave $426,000 in 10 grants; the typical grant was $13,500 and the largest $300,000. 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$426,000
- Number of grants10
- Typical grant$13,500
- Largest grant$300,000
- Assets$2.6 million
- New grantees90%
Giving in 2024 was up from $6,000 the year before.
90% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $1,000 | 1 | $2.3 million |
| 2023 | $6,000 | 2 | $2.4 million |
| 2024 | $426,000 | 10 | $2.6 million |
How to apply
Robert and Arlene Hamilton Family Charitable 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 Robert and Arlene Hamilton Family Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Iowa.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Iowa | 10 | $426,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| ISU Foundation | Agriculture Endowment | $300,000 |
| Lutheran Services in Iowa | General support | $27,000 |
| Iowa Falls First Methodist Church | General support | $25,000 |
| Hope Ministries | General support | $20,000 |
| Friends of Iowa PBS | General support | $15,000 |
| Lutheran Church of Hope | Building campaign | $12,000 |
| Holy Trinity Lutheran Church | General support | $11,000 |
| Riverside Lutheran Bible Camp | General support | $11,000 |
| Gigi's Playhouse | General support | $3,000 |
| Food Bank of Iowa | General support | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Steve Afdahl
- Thomas Ubben
- Scott Hamilton
Questions people ask
Does Robert and Arlene Hamilton Family Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Robert and Arlene Hamilton Family Charitable Foundation give?
$426,000 in tax year 2024, across 10 grants, with a typical grant of $13,500.
Who runs Robert and Arlene Hamilton Family Charitable Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Steve Afdahl (Director), Thomas Ubben (Director) and Scott Hamilton (Presidnet).
What does Robert and Arlene Hamilton Family Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities.