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COMMUNITY FDN OF GREATER DES MOINES F/K/A GREATER DES MOINES COMMUNITY FDN

COMMUNITY FDN OF GREATER DES MOINES F/K/A GREATER DES MOINES COMMUNITY FDN

Des Moines, IA, US
501(c)3
EIN
42-6139033
DAF Sponsor
Community Foundation
Regional Funder
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COMMUNITY FDN OF GREATER DES MOINES F/K/A GREATER DES MOINES COMMUNITY FDN

Des Moines, IA, US
501(c)3
EIN
42-6139033
DAF Sponsor
Community Foundation
Regional Funder

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Est.

1969

Fiscal Year Start

Jan 1

Organization Type

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The Community Foundation of Greater Des Moines, a 501(c)(3) organization, focuses on grantmaking primarily in Iowa, with additional funding in Kansas and Virginia. This foundation does not accept unsolicited proposals and engages in a relationship-based, invitation-only grantmaking process. Nonprofits interested in funding opportunities can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.

Mission Statement

PROMOTE CHARITABLE GIVING, CONNECT DONORS WITH CAUSES, PROVIDE LEADERSHIP ON COMMUNITY ISSUES
Total Funding Given

$55.7M

2024
Grantees funded
2.2K
Multi-year grantees
55%
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Total No. of Grants

1.3K

Median 1st year grant
$10K
Median 2nd year grant
$10.3K
Top 3 Grants
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Grantee
Grant Size
K
Kristine Knous
Board Member
J
Jill Oman
Board Member
K
Kathy Fehrman
Board Member

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to COMMUNITY FDN OF GREATER DES MOINES F/K/A GREATER DES MOINES COMMUNITY FDN?
No. COMMUNITY FDN OF GREATER DES MOINES F/K/A GREATER DES MOINES COMMUNITY FDN does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does COMMUNITY FDN OF GREATER DES MOINES F/K/A GREATER DES MOINES COMMUNITY FDN give?
COMMUNITY FDN OF GREATER DES MOINES F/K/A GREATER DES MOINES COMMUNITY FDN primarily gives to organizations located in Iowa, Kansas, 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 COMMUNITY FDN OF GREATER DES MOINES F/K/A GREATER DES MOINES COMMUNITY FDN’s grants?
The largest share of grants from COMMUNITY FDN OF GREATER DES MOINES F/K/A GREATER DES MOINES COMMUNITY FDN fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $10 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does COMMUNITY FDN OF GREATER DES MOINES F/K/A GREATER DES MOINES COMMUNITY FDN make each year?
In 2024, COMMUNITY FDN OF GREATER DES MOINES F/K/A GREATER DES MOINES COMMUNITY FDN awarded about 1,260 grants, totaling nearly $55.7 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did COMMUNITY FDN OF GREATER DES MOINES F/K/A GREATER DES MOINES COMMUNITY FDN fund recently?
In 2024, COMMUNITY FDN OF GREATER DES MOINES F/K/A GREATER DES MOINES COMMUNITY FDN awarded grants to about 2,170 grantees. Recent grantees include UNITED WAY OF CENTRAL IOWA, DRAKE UNIVERSITY, and GIRL SCOUTS OF GREATER IOWA. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to COMMUNITY FDN OF GREATER DES MOINES F/K/A GREATER DES MOINES COMMUNITY FDN?
COMMUNITY FDN OF GREATER DES MOINES F/K/A GREATER DES MOINES COMMUNITY FDN does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
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