Windsor Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Windsor Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Des Moines, Iowa. In tax year 2025 it gave $169,000 in 14 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $30,000. 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$169,000
- Number of grants14
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$30,000
- Assets$4.1 million
- New grantees7%
Giving in 2025 was up from $150,500 the year before.
7% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $158,287 | 12 | $3.5 million |
| 2024 | $150,500 | 14 | $3.7 million |
| 2025 | $169,000 | 14 | $4.1 million |
How to apply
Windsor Charitable 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 Windsor Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Iowa.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Iowa | 13 | $164,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Science Center of Iowa | Educational - general program support | $30,000 |
| Des Moines Public Library | Capital campaign | $20,000 |
| Animal Rescue League of Iowa | Prevent animal cruelty - medical & surgical services | $15,000 |
| Brenton Arboretum | Campaign | $15,000 |
| Des Moines Performing Arts | 2015 applause series | $15,000 |
| Salisbury House | General operation | $15,000 |
| Des Moines Community Playhouse | Capital campaign - remodel project | $10,000 |
| Des Moines Metro Opera | 50 next campaign | $10,000 |
| Hoyt Sherman Place FDTN | Campaign | $10,000 |
| Ia State Univ FDTN | General fund | $10,000 |
| Childserve | Forward together campaign | $5,000 |
| International Quanic Studies | General fund | $5,000 |
| Iowa Historical FDTN | General fund | $5,000 |
| Des Moines Art Center | General operation | $4,000 |
Officers and trustees
- James H Windsor IV
- Mark W Beerman
- James H Windsor III
- Stephanie Windsor
Questions people ask
Does Windsor Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Windsor Charitable Foundation give?
$169,000 in tax year 2025, across 14 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Windsor Charitable Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists James H Windsor IV (Trustee), Mark W Beerman (Trustee), James H Windsor III (Trustee) and Stephanie Windsor (Trustee).
What does Windsor Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and arts and culture.