Stewart Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Stewart Family Foundation is a private foundation in Rock Rapids, Iowa. In tax year 2025 it gave $61,250 in 18 grants; the typical grant was $750 and the largest $37,420. 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$61,250
- Number of grants18
- Typical grant$750
- Largest grant$37,420
- Assets$24,602
- New grantees82%
Giving in 2025 was up from $28,040 the year before.
82% of its 2025 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 | $5,190 | 3 | $108,102 |
| 2024 | $28,040 | 9 | $87,861 |
| 2025 | $61,250 | 18 | $24,602 |
How to apply
Stewart Family 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 Stewart Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Iowa.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Iowa | 13 | $57,110 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $3,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $1,000 |
| South Dakota | 1 | $50 |
| Wisconsin | 1 | $50 |
| Virginia | 1 | $40 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Peace Lutheran Church | Religious - general church operations, property maintenance support and youth ministries to spread the christian faith & reflect god's love. | $37,420 |
| Rapids Theatre Preservation Society Inc | Historical preservation - donation to provide support to help renevate the local theater building due to its historical significance to the city and surrounding area. | $5,000 |
| City of Rock Rapids | Providing of financial relief to assist the city in restoring island park due to damage from the june 2024 flood disaster. | $5,000 |
| Lyon County Fair Association | Providing of financial relief to assist the fair in restoring their facilities due to damage from the june 2024 flood disaster. | $5,000 |
| Samaritans Purse | Humanitarian aid - provide food, clothing, medical and other needed items to many countries including the USA. | $3,000 |
| Rock Rapids Mural Society | Educational - to preserve the heritage of rock rapids, iowa by education of the public through visual depictions. | $1,000 |
| Central Lyon School Foundation | Support for scholarships for central lyon students seeking post secondary education. | $1,000 |
| Resource Exchange International | To provide life and professional skills to people in emerging nations to strengthen the strategic sectors of their countries by holistic education and training, providing knowledge and building human capacity. | $1,000 |
| Lyon County Historical Society | Educational - to preserve the heritage of lyon county, iowa by education of the public through museums. | $1,000 |
| Rock Rapids United Fund | Local support - to enrich the lives of individuals needing assistance by promoting various non-profit activities in rock rapids | $500 |
| Iowa Great Lakes Association | Providing of funds to help protect, preserve, and enhance the iowa great lakes. | $500 |
| City of Rock Rapids | Support for the fire and rescue services provided by the firemen. | $400 |
| Immanuel Lutheran Church | Religious - general church operations. | $140 |
| Friends of Rock Valley Foundation | Providing of financial relief to citizens affected by the june 2024 flood disaster. | $100 |
| Our Redeemer Lutheran Church | Religious - general church operations. | $50 |
| New Richmond School District | To provide students with additional educational resources. | $50 |
| Spirit Lake Fire Department | Support for the fire and rescue services provided by the firemen. | $50 |
| Crosslink Community Church | Religious - general church operations. | $40 |
Officers and trustees
- Audrey L Stewart
Questions people ask
Does Stewart Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Stewart Family Foundation give?
$61,250 in tax year 2025, across 18 grants, with a typical grant of $750.
Who runs Stewart Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Audrey L Stewart (Pres/Sec/Treas).
What does Stewart Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, human services and arts and culture.