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Southwest Iowa Foundation

Southwest Iowa Foundation

Omaha, NE, US
501(c)3
EIN
42-1453731
Regional Funder
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Southwest Iowa Foundation

Omaha, NE, US
501(c)3
EIN
42-1453731
Regional Funder

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Est.

1996

Fiscal Year Start

Jan 1

Organization Type

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The Southwest Iowa Foundation is a 501(c)3 grantmaking organization that focuses on funding initiatives primarily in Iowa, Nebraska, and Virginia. This foundation operates on a relationship-based model and does not accept unsolicited proposals; grants are awarded by invitation only. Nonprofits interested in engaging with the foundation can explore warm-introduction pathways via Impala's Funder Prospecting.

Mission Statement

Support Omaha Community Foundation's Mission.
Total Funding Given

$408.3K

2024
Grantees funded
11
Multi-year grantees
64%
Funding by Year
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Total No. of Grants

6

Median 1st year grant
$50K
Median 2nd year grant
$88.3K
D
Dennis Nissen
Board Member
T
Thomas Schmitt
Board Member
D
Donna Kush
Board Member

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to Southwest Iowa Foundation?
No. Southwest Iowa Foundation does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does Southwest Iowa Foundation give?
Southwest Iowa Foundation primarily gives to organizations located in Iowa, Nebraska, and Virginia. These states represent the largest share of the foundation’s grantmaking by dollars awarded. Additional geographic details are available to registered users.
What size are Southwest Iowa Foundation’s grants?
The largest share of grants from Southwest Iowa Foundation fall in the $50 thousand to $100 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $50 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does Southwest Iowa Foundation make each year?
In 2024, Southwest Iowa Foundation awarded about 6 grants, totaling nearly $408 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did Southwest Iowa Foundation fund recently?
In 2024, Southwest Iowa Foundation awarded grants to about 10 grantees. Recent grantees include Pottawattamie County Development Corporation, SOUTHWEST IOWA NONPROFIT FOR COLLECTIVE IMPACT, and COUNCIL BLUFFS SCHOOLS FOUNDATION INC. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to Southwest Iowa Foundation?
Southwest Iowa Foundation does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
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