Athene Charitable Foundation
West Des Moines, Iowa · EIN 421431745 · Private foundation
Based in West Des Moines, Iowa, Athene Charitable Foundation has awarded $9.7M across 267 grants in our index of public IRS filings, with giving recorded as recently as 2024. Its largest grant on record went to United Way of Central Iowa. This public overview covers its focus areas, selected grant examples, and application guidance.
What Athene Charitable Foundation funds
Athene Charitable Foundation's giving carries a documented focus on adult education, arts & culture, community improvement, education, faith-based (christian), and related causes.
Populations it has supported include children, hispanic communities, immigrants & refugees.
Selected grant examples
Up to three historical grant examples from public IRS filings are shown below, ordered by amount. This sample is not a complete funding history.
| Recipient | Location | Grant | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Way of Central Iowa Civic & Community | Des Moines, IA | $1.3M | 2024 |
| Great Outdoors Foudation Civic & Community | Granger, IA | $1.2M | 2024 |
| Great Outdoors Foundation CIVIC & COMMUNITY | Des Moines, IA | $1.2M | 2023 |
How to apply for funding from Athene Charitable Foundation
Athene Charitable Foundation's public IRS filing does not spell out a formal application process. That does not establish that applications are open. Check the foundation's official website or contact it directly for current guidelines before preparing or sending a request. You can review the foundation directly at athene.com.
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Frequently asked questions about Athene Charitable Foundation
- Does Athene Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
- Athene Charitable Foundation's public filing does not specify an application process. A filing alone cannot confirm whether applications are currently open. Check the foundation's official website or contact it for current guidelines.
- What does Athene Charitable Foundation fund?
- Athene Charitable Foundation's grants focus on adult education. Example recipients include United Way of Central Iowa, Great Outdoors Foudation, Great Outdoors Foundation. Up to three historical grant examples appear above. Full indexed grant histories require All access at $19/month.
- How much does Athene Charitable Foundation give in grants?
- Athene Charitable Foundation's indexed IRS summary for FY2025 lists $3.5M in giving. Across all years in our data it has awarded $9.7M over 267 grants.
- Where is Athene Charitable Foundation located?
- Athene Charitable Foundation is based in West Des Moines, Iowa. Its IRS employer identification number (EIN) is 421431745.
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