Swanson Biggs Adams Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Swanson Biggs Adams Family Foundation is a private foundation in Des Moines, Iowa. In tax year 2025 it gave $249,564 in 5 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $219,564. 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$249,564
- Number of grants5
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$219,564
- Assets$2.8 million
- New grantees20%
Giving in 2025 was up from $122,000 the year before.
20% 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 | $113,000 | 9 | $2.4 million |
| 2024 | $122,000 | 7 | $2.6 million |
| 2025 | $249,564 | 5 | $2.8 million |
How to apply
Swanson Biggs Adams 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 Swanson Biggs Adams Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Nebraska.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Nebraska | 1 | $219,564 |
| Iowa | 1 | $10,000 |
| Nevada | 1 | $10,000 |
| Kansas | 1 | $5,000 |
| Missouri | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| University of Nebraska Foundation | Scholarships | $219,564 |
| Wild Horse Education | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Drake University | Scholarships | $10,000 |
| Shalom Ministries Inc | Charitable | $5,000 |
| The Hope Center | Charitable | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Christine A Bonness
- Carolyn R Borkowski
- Elizabeth A Jacobs
Questions people ask
Does Swanson Biggs Adams Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Swanson Biggs Adams Family Foundation give?
$249,564 in tax year 2025, across 5 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Swanson Biggs Adams Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Christine A Bonness (Vice Preside), Carolyn R Borkowski (Vp/Secretary) and Elizabeth A Jacobs (President/Tr).
What does Swanson Biggs Adams Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.