Special Needs Foundation of Des Moines County
Preselected recipients only
Special Needs Foundation of Des Moines County is a private foundation in Burlington, Iowa. In tax year 2024 it gave $137,315 in 27 grants; the typical grant was $2,090 and the largest $13,030. 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$137,315
- Number of grants27
- Typical grant$2,090
- Largest grant$13,030
- Assets$4.0 million
- New grantees33%
Giving in 2024 was up from $83,959 the year before.
33% of its 2024 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $77,238 | 23 | $3.4 million |
| 2023 | $83,959 | 21 | $3.8 million |
| 2024 | $137,315 | 27 | $4.0 million |
How to apply
Special Needs Foundation of Des Moines County 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 Special Needs Foundation of Des Moines County funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 10 states, the most to Iowa.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Iowa | 17 | $61,590 |
| Missouri | 2 | $4,180 |
| Alabama | 1 | $2,090 |
| Illinois | 1 | $2,090 |
| Maryland | 1 | $2,090 |
| Minnesota | 1 | $2,090 |
| Nebraska | 1 | $2,090 |
| Rhode Island | 1 | $2,090 |
| Utah | 1 | $1,290 |
| Virginia | 1 | $1,290 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Southeastern Community College | Scholarships | $13,030 |
| University of Iowa | Scholarships | $9,650 |
| Central College | Scholarships | $4,180 |
| Drake University | Scholarships | $4,180 |
| Mt Mercy University | Scholarships | $4,180 |
| St Ambrose University | Scholarships | $4,180 |
| Brown University | Scholarships | $2,090 |
| Clarke University | Scholarships | $2,090 |
| Cornell College | Scholarships | $2,090 |
| Creighton University | Scholarships | $2,090 |
| Grandview University | Scholarships | $2,090 |
| Indian Hills Community College | Scholarships | $2,090 |
| Iowa State University | Scholarships | $2,090 |
| Johns Hopkins University | Scholarships | $2,090 |
| Loras College | Scholarships | $2,090 |
| Truman State University | Scholarships | $2,090 |
| University of Alabama Birmingham | Scholarships | $2,090 |
| University of Dubuque | Scholarships | $2,090 |
| University of Minnesota Rochester | Scholarships | $2,090 |
| University of Missouri-St Louis | Scholarships | $2,090 |
| University of Northern Iowa | Scholarships | $2,090 |
| Wartburg College | Scholarships | $2,090 |
| Western Illinois University | Scholarships | $2,090 |
| William Penn University | Scholarships | $2,090 |
| Kirkwood Community College | Scholarships | $1,290 |
| Liberty University | Scholarships | $1,290 |
| Utah Valley University | Scholarships | $1,290 |
Officers and trustees
- Ruth Metzger
- Pat Cummings
- Sue Kristensen
- Dennis Stewart
- Jill Mehaffy-Nalley
- Jodi Reusch
- Christine Ertz
- Brian Helling
- Mark McGuire
- Burton Prugh
- Judy Riffel
- Margie Swanner
- Ed Carter
- Robin Cushman
- William Fry
Questions people ask
Does Special Needs Foundation of Des Moines County accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Special Needs Foundation of Des Moines County give?
$137,315 in tax year 2024, across 27 grants, with a typical grant of $2,090.
Who runs Special Needs Foundation of Des Moines County?
Its 2024 filing lists Ruth Metzger (Volunteer), Pat Cummings (Board Member), Sue Kristensen (Volunteer) and Dennis Stewart (1st Vice President) among 15 officers and trustees.
What does Special Needs Foundation of Des Moines County fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.