United Fire Group Foundation
Preselected recipients only
United Fire Group Foundation is a private foundation in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. In tax year 2025 it gave $989,500 in 87 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $210,000. 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$989,500
- Number of grants87
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$210,000
- Assets$28,484
- New grantees65%
Giving in 2025 was up from $911,000 the year before.
65% 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 | $966,000 | 59 | $2,345 |
| 2024 | $911,000 | 57 | $220,492 |
| 2025 | $989,500 | 87 | $28,484 |
How to apply
United Fire Group 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 United Fire Group Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 11 states, the most to Iowa.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Iowa | 68 | $918,000 |
| Arizona | 5 | $16,500 |
| Colorado | 4 | $16,500 |
| Texas | 3 | $12,500 |
| Virginia | 1 | $5,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $4,000 |
| Nebraska | 1 | $4,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $4,000 |
| South Dakota | 1 | $4,000 |
| California | 1 | $2,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| United Way of East Central Iowa | Provide funds for service to community | $210,000 |
| Cedar Valley Humane Society | Provide funds for service to community | $50,000 |
| St Lukes Foundation | Provide funds for service to community | $50,000 |
| Waypoint | Provide funds for service to community | $50,000 |
| Eastern Iowa Health Center | Provide funds for service to community | $25,000 |
| Tanager Place | Provide funds for service to community | $25,000 |
| Willis Dady Emergency Shelter Inc | Provide funds for service to community | $25,000 |
| Iowa College Foundation | Provide funds for service to community | $20,000 |
| Kids First Law Center | Provide funds for service to community | $20,000 |
| Big Brothers Big Sisters of Cedar Rapids & East Central Iowa | Provide funds for service to community | $15,000 |
| Cedar Rapids Museum of Art | Provide funds for service to community | $15,000 |
| Horizons | Provide funds for service to community | $15,000 |
| Orchestra Iowa Inc | Provide funds for service to community | $15,000 |
| African American Museum of Iowa | Provide funds for service to community | $10,000 |
| Breakthrough T1D Nebraska Iowa Chapter | Provide funds for service to community | $10,000 |
| Brucemore | Provide funds for service to community | $10,000 |
| Catherine McAuley Center | Provide funds for service to community | $10,000 |
| Cedar Rapids Opera Theatre | Provide funds for service to community | $10,000 |
| Cedar Rapids Opera Theatre | Provide funds for service to community | $10,000 |
| Cedar Valley Habitat for Humanity | Provide funds for service to community | $10,000 |
| Central Furniture Rescue | Provide funds for service to community | $10,000 |
| Community Foundation of Johnson County Iowa | Provide funds for service to community | $10,000 |
| Community Health Free Clinic | Provide funds for service to community | $10,000 |
| CSPS | Provide funds for service to community | $10,000 |
| Feed Iowa First | Provide funds for service to community | $10,000 |
| Indian Creek Nature Center | Provide funds for service to community | $10,000 |
| Kirkwood Community College Foundation | Provide funds for service to community | $10,000 |
| Lba Foundation | Provide funds for service to community | $10,000 |
| Mount Mercy University | Provide funds for service to community | $10,000 |
| National Alliance on Mental Illness Johnson County | Provide funds for service to community | $10,000 |
| National Czech & Slovak Museum & Library | Provide funds for service to community | $10,000 |
| Special Olympics Iowa | Provide funds for service to community | $10,000 |
| The Arc of East Central Iowa | Provide funds for service to community | $10,000 |
| Trees Forever | Provide funds for service to community | $10,000 |
| University of Northern Iowa Foundation | Provide funds for service to community | $10,000 |
| Worldmaker Resilience Institute | Provide funds for service to community | $10,000 |
| Young Parents Network | Provide funds for service to community | $10,000 |
| Junior Achievement of Eastern Iowa | Provide funds for service to community | $7,500 |
| St Lukes Child Protection Center | Provide funds for service to community | $7,500 |
| Adaptive Adventures | Provide funds for service to community | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Kevin Leidwinger
- Sarah Madsen
- Eric Martin
- James Noyce
Questions people ask
Does United Fire Group Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does United Fire Group Foundation give?
$989,500 in tax year 2025, across 87 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs United Fire Group Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Kevin Leidwinger (President), Sarah Madsen (Secretary), Eric Martin (Treasurer) and James Noyce (Director).
What does United Fire Group Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly human services, education and arts and culture.