Thomas & Linda Koehn Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Thomas & Linda Koehn Foundation is a private foundation in Des Moines, Iowa. In tax year 2024 it gave $5.4 million in 23 grants; the typical grant was $78,000 and the largest $1.4 million. 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$5.4 million
- Number of grants23
- Typical grant$78,000
- Largest grant$1.4 million
- Assets$192 million
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2024 was up from $4.7 million the year before.
50% of its 2024 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $2.4 million | 24 | $109 million |
| 2023 | $4.7 million | 29 | $173 million |
| 2024 | $5.4 million | 23 | $192 million |
How to apply
Thomas & Linda Koehn 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 Thomas & Linda Koehn Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Iowa.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Iowa | 16 | $3.9 million |
| Rhode Island | 1 | $1.1 million |
| Florida | 4 | $310,000 |
| New York | 1 | $25,000 |
| Ohio | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Community Foundation of Greater Des Moines | New horizons fund. Community betterment project grants | $1.4 million |
| Vanguard Chartiable | Educational programs | $1.1 million |
| Community Foundation of Greater Des Moines | Leadership grant fund, opportunity activation fund, avenue scholars | $602,000 |
| Dental Connections | General operating fund | $575,000 |
| By Degrees Foundation | General operating fund | $400,000 |
| Des Moines Symphony Association Foundation | General operating fund | $278,000 |
| Naples Children & Education Foundation | General operating fund | $250,000 |
| Primary Healthcare | General operating fund | $125,000 |
| Drake University | Johansen student center | $100,000 |
| United Way of Central Iowa | General operating fund | $100,000 |
| Des Moines Metro Opera Foundation | General operating fund | $84,000 |
| Wesley Life Meals on Wheels | General operating fund | $78,000 |
| Everglades Foundation | General operating fund | $50,000 |
| Heritage Carousel of Des Moines | General operating fund | $50,000 |
| Variety Childrens Charity of Iowa | General operating fund | $50,000 |
| Citizens for Community Betterment | General operating fund | $30,000 |
| Whitney Museum National Commit | General operating fund | $25,000 |
| Des Moines Art Center | General operating fund | $20,000 |
| Des Moines Symphony Association | General operating fund | $10,000 |
| Feeding Dreams | General operating fund | $5,000 |
| Women' Foundation of Collier County | General operating fund | $5,000 |
| Iowa Poetry Foundation | General operating fund | $2,000 |
| Health Network Foundation | General operating fund | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Thomas Koehn
- Linda Koehn
Questions people ask
Does Thomas & Linda Koehn Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Thomas & Linda Koehn Foundation give?
$5.4 million in tax year 2024, across 23 grants, with a typical grant of $78,000.
Who runs Thomas & Linda Koehn Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Thomas Koehn (President) and Linda Koehn (Secretary).
What does Thomas & Linda Koehn Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, community development and health.