Vogel Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Vogel Foundation is a private foundation in Orange City, Iowa. In tax year 2025 it gave $300,500 in 26 grants; the typical grant was $6,250 and the largest $127,500. 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$300,500
- Number of grants26
- Typical grant$6,250
- Largest grant$127,500
- Assets$5.0 million
- New grantees31%
Giving in 2025 was up from $230,870 the year before.
31% 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 | $492,850 | 29 | $5.2 million |
| 2024 | $230,870 | 31 | $5.4 million |
| 2025 | $300,500 | 26 | $5.0 million |
How to apply
Vogel 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 Vogel Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Iowa.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Iowa | 21 | $253,500 |
| South Dakota | 2 | $21,000 |
| Michigan | 2 | $17,500 |
| Illinois | 1 | $8,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| NWC | Assistance to educational activities | $127,500 |
| Luke Society | Assistance to religious and medical activities | $20,000 |
| First Reformed Church of Orange City | General support | $15,000 |
| Hope Haven | General support | $15,000 |
| Justice for All | General support | $15,000 |
| Atlas of Orange City | Assistance to religious fellowship activities | $14,000 |
| Western Theological Seminary | General support | $12,500 |
| Arnolds Park Foundation | Assistance to community | $10,000 |
| Dover Church | General support | $10,000 |
| Living History Farms | Assistance to educational activities | $10,000 |
| New Hope E Free Church | Assistance to religious activities | $10,000 |
| Multiplication Network | General support | $8,500 |
| Rise Ministries | Assistance to community | $7,500 |
| Iowa College Foundation | Scholarship | $5,000 |
| Words of Hope | Assistance to religious activities | $5,000 |
| Isu Foundation | Assistance to educational activities | $3,000 |
| Terrace Hill Partnership | Carriage house renovations | $2,500 |
| Dordt College | Scholarship | $2,000 |
| Lancaster Donation Account - American State Bank | Assistance to community | $2,000 |
| Collision Ministry | Assistance to religious activities | $1,000 |
| Gospel Mission Sioux City | General support | $1,000 |
| Unity Christian High School | General support | $1,000 |
| Village Northwest Unlimited | General support | $1,000 |
| Koob Donation Account - American State Bank | Assistance to community | $1,000 |
| Hofmeyer Donation-American State Bank | Assistance to community | $500 |
| Rinehart Donation Account-American State Bank | Assistance to community | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Drew F Vogel
- Jean E Vogel
- Bert Aarsen
Questions people ask
Does Vogel Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Vogel Foundation give?
$300,500 in tax year 2025, across 26 grants, with a typical grant of $6,250.
Who runs Vogel Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Drew F Vogel (Chairperson/President), Jean E Vogel (Vice Chair/Vice President) and Bert Aarsen (Secretary).
What does Vogel Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and faith communities.