The Gallagher Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Gallagher Family Foundation is a private foundation in Waterloo, Iowa. In tax year 2024 it gave $1.6 million in 60 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $348,333. 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$1.6 million
- Number of grants60
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$348,333
- Assets$18.3 million
- New grantees3%
Giving in 2024 was down from $1.8 million the year before.
3% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $1.8 million | 61 | $17.5 million |
| 2024 | $1.6 million | 60 | $18.3 million |
How to apply
The Gallagher 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 The Gallagher Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to Iowa.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Iowa | 53 | $1.5 million |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $44,286 |
| Minnesota | 1 | $13,332 |
| Wisconsin | 1 | $10,000 |
| Nebraska | 1 | $5,000 |
| Missouri | 1 | $2,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $1,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Clarke University | Education support | $348,333 |
| Loras College | Education support | $315,000 |
| St Edward's Catholic Church | Education support | $80,000 |
| Cedar Valley Catholic Schools | Education support | $70,000 |
| Grout Museum Inc | Education support | $65,000 |
| University of Northern Iowa Foundation | Education support | $45,500 |
| Georgetown University | Education support | $44,286 |
| NAMI Dubuque Alliance for the Mentally Ill | Education support | $35,000 |
| Northeast Iowa Food Bank Inc | Education support | $35,000 |
| Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Dubuque | Education support | $30,000 |
| Waterloo-Cedar Falls Symphony Orchestra Association | Education support | $25,000 |
| Cedar Valley Hospice | Education support | $20,000 |
| Christian Community Development House of Hope | Education support | $20,000 |
| Community Playhouse | Education support | $20,000 |
| Friends of Hartman Reserve Inc | Education support | $20,000 |
| Hawkeye Community College Fdn | Education support | $20,000 |
| Iowa Legal Aid Foundation | Education support | $20,000 |
| Peoples Community Health Clinic | Education support | $20,000 |
| Society of St Vincent de Paul | Education support | $20,000 |
| The Catholic Foundation in the Archdiocese of Dubuque | Education support | $20,000 |
| Waterloo Community Foundation K4K and Waterloo Youth City Council | Education support | $20,000 |
| Youth Art Team | Education support | $20,000 |
| Cedar Valley Chamber Music Inc | Education support | $15,000 |
| Family & Children's Council of Black Hawk County | Education support | $15,000 |
| Friends of the Center Waterloo Recreation and Arts Center | Education support | $15,000 |
| Friends of the Waterloo Public Library | Education support | $15,000 |
| Mount Mercy University | Education support | $15,000 |
| Catholic Rural Life University of St Thomas | Education support | $13,332 |
| Archdiocese of Dubuque | Education support | $10,000 |
| Blessed Sacrament Church | Education support | $10,000 |
| Catholic Student Center of Cedar Falls | Education support | $10,000 |
| Cedar Valley Cancer Committee Beyond Pink Team | Education support | $10,000 |
| Cedar Valley United Way | Education support | $10,000 |
| Family YMCA of Black Hawk County | Education support | $10,000 |
| Memorial Foundation of Allen Hospital | Education support | $10,000 |
| Queen of Peace Church | Education support | $10,000 |
| Sacred Heart Church | Education support | $10,000 |
| Sinsinawa Dominican Inc | Education support | $10,000 |
| The Job Foundation | Education support | $10,000 |
| YWCA of Black Hawk County | Education support | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Ej Gallagher III
- Mary Kay Beecher
- Nancy Fischer
- John J Burns
- Kathryn Beecher Kolck
- Gail Gallagher
Questions people ask
Does The Gallagher Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Gallagher Family Foundation give?
$1.6 million in tax year 2024, across 60 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs The Gallagher Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Ej Gallagher III (President), Mary Kay Beecher (Vice-Pres), Nancy Fischer (Secretary) and John J Burns (Treasurer) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does The Gallagher Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, faith communities and arts and culture.