MERCHANT FOUNDATION OF IOWA
West Des Moines, IA, US
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501(c)3
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EIN
47-3509282
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Open for Solicitation
Private Foundation
Family Foundation
Regional Funder
West Des Moines, IA, US
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501(c)3
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EIN
47-3509282
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Open for Solicitation
Private Foundation
Family Foundation
Regional Funder
AI Summary
The Merchant Foundation of Iowa is a 501(c)3 grantmaking organization that is currently open for unsolicited proposals. In 2024, the foundation awarded a total of $35.5K across eight grantees, focusing on supporting initiatives within the state of Iowa. Prospective applicants are encouraged to review the 'How to Apply' section of the current profile page to assess their fit for funding opportunities.
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
DMACC FOUNDATION
Ankeny, IA
$50K
14%
World Food Prize Foundation
Urbandale, IA
$42.5K
12%
DES MOINES UNIVERSITY OSTEOPATHIC MEDICAL CENTER
Des Moines, IA
$40K
11%
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Total No. of Grants
7
Median 1st year grant
$5K
Median 2nd year grant
$10K
Top 3 Grants
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Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to MERCHANT FOUNDATION OF IOWA?
Yes. MERCHANT FOUNDATION OF IOWA accepts unsolicited proposals for funding. You can find details in the How to Apply section on this profile or by visiting their website.
Where does MERCHANT FOUNDATION OF IOWA give?
MERCHANT FOUNDATION OF IOWA primarily gives to organizations located in Iowa, Illinois, 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 MERCHANT FOUNDATION OF IOWA’s grants?
The largest share of grants from MERCHANT FOUNDATION OF IOWA fall in the below $5,000 range. The median first-year grant is about $5,000. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does MERCHANT FOUNDATION OF IOWA make each year?
In 2024, MERCHANT FOUNDATION OF IOWA awarded about 7 grants, totaling nearly $36 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did MERCHANT FOUNDATION OF IOWA fund recently?
In 2024, MERCHANT FOUNDATION OF IOWA awarded grants to about 8 grantees. Recent grantees include DMACC FOUNDATION, World Food Prize Foundation, and DES MOINES UNIVERSITY OSTEOPATHIC MEDICAL CENTER. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to MERCHANT FOUNDATION OF IOWA?
You can find details on how to apply in the How to Apply section on this profile or by visiting MERCHANT FOUNDATION OF IOWA’s website.
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