Comfort Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Comfort Family Foundation is a private foundation in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. In tax year 2025 it gave $404,500 in 12 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $250,000. 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$404,500
- Number of grants12
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$250,000
- Assets$8.9 million
- New grantees8%
Giving in 2025 was down from $1.9 million the year before.
8% 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 | $1.2 million | 15 | $8.7 million |
| 2024 | $1.9 million | 14 | $8.7 million |
| 2025 | $404,500 | 12 | $8.9 million |
How to apply
Comfort Family 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 Comfort Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Iowa.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Iowa | 12 | $404,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Mercy Foundation | Unrestricted gift | $250,000 |
| Animal Rescue League of Iowa | Unrestricted gift | $40,000 |
| Food Bank of Iowa | Unrestricted gift | $30,000 |
| Iowa Community Action Association | Unrestricted gift | $25,000 |
| Blank Park Zoo | Unrestricted gift | $15,000 |
| AHEINZ57 Pet Rescue and Transport | Unrestricted gift | $10,000 |
| American Red Cross | Unrestricted gift | $10,000 |
| Paws & Effect | Unrestricted gift | $10,000 |
| Catholic Charities | Unrestricted gift | $5,000 |
| Johnston Parks and Recreation | Unrestricted gift | $5,000 |
| Habitat for Humanity of Central Iowa | Unrestricted gift | $2,500 |
| American Cancer Society | Unrestricted gift | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Deborah E Miller
- Constance M Comfort
- BTC Trust Company of South Dakota
Questions people ask
Does Comfort Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Comfort Family Foundation give?
$404,500 in tax year 2025, across 12 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Comfort Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Deborah E Miller (Director), Constance M Comfort (Director) and BTC Trust Company of South Dakota (Officer).
What does Comfort Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly animals, environment and conservation and human services.