Stephen R and Joanne Hammes Familycharitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Stephen R and Joanne Hammes Familycharitable Foundation is a private foundation in Tiffin, Iowa. In tax year 2025 it gave $50,499 in 9 grants; the typical grant was $4,000 and the largest $20,000. 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$50,499
- Number of grants9
- Typical grant$4,000
- Largest grant$20,000
- Assets$251,422
- New grantees22%
Giving in 2025 was down from $59,565 the year before.
22% 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 | $29,303 | 8 | $289,201 |
| 2024 | $59,565 | 11 | $267,023 |
| 2025 | $50,499 | 9 | $251,422 |
How to apply
Stephen R and Joanne Hammes Familycharitable 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 Stephen R and Joanne Hammes Familycharitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Iowa.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Iowa | 9 | $50,499 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| University of Iowa Foundation | Educational | $20,000 |
| Cedar River Haven | Program Support | $8,000 |
| Kids First Law Center | Legal assistance to children of couples going through divorce | $5,000 |
| United Way of East Central Iowa | Program Support | $4,000 |
| Junior Achievement of Eastern Iowa | Educational Program Support | $4,000 |
| St Thomas More Parish | Program Support | $3,600 |
| Summer for the Arts Festival | Sponsor summer arts activities in downtown Iowa City Iowa | $2,699 |
| Linn County Trails Association | Program Support | $2,200 |
| Houses Into Homes | Home furnishing assistance to needy | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- JoAnne Hammes
- Stephen R Hammes
Questions people ask
Does Stephen R and Joanne Hammes Familycharitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Stephen R and Joanne Hammes Familycharitable Foundation give?
$50,499 in tax year 2025, across 9 grants, with a typical grant of $4,000.
Who runs Stephen R and Joanne Hammes Familycharitable Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists JoAnne Hammes (Pres.) and Stephen R Hammes (Treasurer).
What does Stephen R and Joanne Hammes Familycharitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, environment and conservation and human services.