The Vredenburg Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Vredenburg Foundation is a private foundation in Chariton, Iowa. In tax year 2025 it gave $327,000 in 25 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $25,000. 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$327,000
- Number of grants25
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$25,000
- Assets$6.7 million
- New grantees100%
Giving in 2025 was up from $280,100 the year before.
100% 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 | $370,000 | 23 | $5.6 million |
| 2024 | $280,100 | 1 | $6.1 million |
| 2025 | $327,000 | 25 | $6.7 million |
How to apply
The Vredenburg 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 Vredenburg Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Iowa.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Iowa | 25 | $327,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Almost Home Animal Rescue | Flooring/General Support | $25,000 |
| City of Chariton | Fire DepartmentEquipment | $25,000 |
| City of Chariton | GPS Equipmentand Maps | $25,000 |
| Hope Learning Center | General Support | $25,000 |
| Russell Volunteer Fire Dept | Fire DepartmentEquipment | $25,000 |
| City of Chariton | Police DepartmentEquipment | $24,000 |
| Chariton Area ChamberMain Street | Town SquareLights | $20,000 |
| Iowa Public Radio | General Support | $20,000 |
| Salvation Army Lucas County | General Support | $15,000 |
| Chariton Community School District | MusicalInstruments/Furniture | $13,500 |
| Chariton Community School District | Cameras andCabinet | $12,500 |
| Lucas County Arts Council | PerformingArts Series | $10,000 |
| City of Chariton | Public LibrarySupport | $10,000 |
| Chariton Vision II Theatre | General Support | $10,000 |
| Iowa Legal Aid | General Support | $10,000 |
| Iowa PBS Foundation | General Support | $10,000 |
| Lucas Co Preservation Alliance | Palmer BuildingHistoricRehabilitation | $10,000 |
| Parents and Children First of Lucas County | Back-to-SchoolSupplies | $10,000 |
| YMCA Greater Des Moines | Child CareServices | $10,000 |
| Lucas County Sheriff | Body Armor | $4,500 |
| Lucas County Arts Council | Community Band Program | $3,000 |
| Chariton Area ChamberMain Street | BandConcerts | $3,000 |
| First United Methodist Church | Office Desks | $3,000 |
| Chariton Girls Softball League | Parking LotImprovements | $2,500 |
| Circle of Freedom | Freezer | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- John Vredenburg
- Linda Vredenburg
- Martha Vredenburg
- Emily Broderick
- Christopher Wibe
- Zane Vredenburg
- Grace Broderick
Questions people ask
Does The Vredenburg Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Vredenburg Foundation give?
$327,000 in tax year 2025, across 25 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs The Vredenburg Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists John Vredenburg (President/Director), Linda Vredenburg (Treasurer/Director), Martha Vredenburg (Treasurer/Director) and Emily Broderick (Secretary/Director) among 7 officers and trustees.
What does The Vredenburg Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, education and community development.