Wesley and Barbara Swiler Memorial
Preselected recipients only
Wesley and Barbara Swiler Memorial is a private foundation in Burlington, Iowa. In tax year 2025 it gave $16,000 in 8 grants; the typical grant was $1,900 and the largest $2,800. 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$16,000
- Number of grants8
- Typical grant$1,900
- Largest grant$2,800
- Assets$387,117
Giving in 2025 was up from $15,050 the year before.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $14,250 | 8 | $327,231 |
| 2024 | $15,050 | 8 | $348,058 |
| 2025 | $16,000 | 8 | $387,117 |
How to apply
Its grants go to individuals, not organizations. Every grant in its 2025 filing was paid to an individual (for example a scholarship or assistance with costs), so it is not a funding prospect for a nonprofit.
Wesley and Barbara Swiler Memorial 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 Wesley and Barbara Swiler Memorial funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Iowa.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Iowa | 7 | $14,100 |
| Illinois | 1 | $1,900 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Individual | Scholarship | $2,800 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $1,900 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $1,900 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $1,900 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $1,900 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $1,900 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $1,900 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $1,800 |
Officers and trustees
- Two Rivers
Questions people ask
Does Wesley and Barbara Swiler Memorial accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Wesley and Barbara Swiler Memorial give?
$16,000 in tax year 2025, across 8 grants, with a typical grant of $1,900.
Who runs Wesley and Barbara Swiler Memorial?
Its 2025 filing lists Two Rivers (Trustee).
What does Wesley and Barbara Swiler Memorial fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.