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Herbert L and Nancy M Townsend

Wilton, Iowa  ·  EIN 472479056  ·  Private foundation

Herbert L and Nancy M Townsend is a Iowa-based grantmaker. In its latest 990-PF filing it reported $1.2M in annual giving against $22.6M in assets. This page documents the 51 grants Bespoke Grants has indexed for Herbert L and Nancy M Townsend — who they fund, what they prioritize, and what to know before reaching out.

$1.2M
Annual giving (FY2020)
$22.6M
Total assets
51
Grants tracked
2024
Most recent grant

What Herbert L and Nancy M Townsend funds

Herbert L and Nancy M Townsend's giving carries a documented focus on faith-based (christian), higher education, sports & recreation.

Faith-Based (Christian)Higher EducationSports & Recreation

Grant history

The largest grants Bespoke Grants has on record for Herbert L and Nancy M Townsend, by amount:

RecipientLocationGrantYear
Wilton Community Schools
GENERAL OPERATING FUND, COMMONS PROJECT, AND TEACHER SUPPORT
Wilton, IA$949K2022
Wilton Community Schools
SUPPORT OF LEADER IN ME PROGRAM, INSTRUMENTS, EQUIPMENT, AND SCHOOL SUPPLIES
Wilton, IA$775K2018
Wilton Community Schools
GENERAL OPERATING FUND, COMMONS PROJECT, FOOD DISTRBIBUTION, AND SWIMMING POOL
Wilton, IA$768K2020
Wilton Community Schools
GENERAL OPERATING FUND, COMMONS PROJECT, AND TEACHER SUPPORT
Wilton, IA$763K2023
Wilton Community Schools
COMMONS PROJECT, TEACHER SUPPORT, AND EQUIPMENT PURCHASE FOR SPORTS PROGRAMS
Wilton, IA$763K2024
Community Foundation of Greater Muscatine
HERBERT L. & NANCY M. TOWNSEND FOUNDATION CHARITABLE FUND SUPPORT
Muscatine, IA$275K2024
Community Foundation of Greater Muscatine
SCHOLARSHIPS, FOOD BANK, AND ENERGY ASSISTANCE
Muscatine, IA$227K2020
Community Foundation of Greater Muscatine
SCHOLARSHIPS
Muscatine, IA$200K2022
Community Foundation of Greater Muscatine
SCHOLARSHIPS
Muscatine, IA$176K2023
Community Foundation of Greater Muscatine
SCHOLARSHIPS
Muscatine, IA$170K2024
Simpson Memorial Home Inc
SUPPORT FOR THE WILTON RETIREMENT COMMUNITY
Wilton, IA$160K2023
Community Foundation of Greater Muscatine
SCHOLARSHIPS
Muscatine, IA$149K2018
Wilton Community Schools
SUPPORT OF LEADER IN ME PROGRAM, ASCD CONFERENCE ATTENDANCE, CHROMEBOOKS FOR 2ND AND 3RD GRADERS
Wilton, IA$110K2017
Community Foundation of Greater Muscatine
SCHOLARSHIPS
Muscatine, IA$95K2017
Wilton Public Library
GENERAL OPERATING FUND
Wilton, IA$75K2020

Herbert L and Nancy M Townsend giving by year

Total grants Bespoke Grants has indexed for each filing year:

2017$282K
2018$1.0M
2020$1.2M
2022$1.3M
2023$1.3M
2024$1.3M

How to apply for funding from Herbert L and Nancy M Townsend

Herbert L and Nancy M Townsend's public IRS filing does not spell out a formal application process. Foundations of this size often give primarily to organizations they already know, so a concise letter of inquiry or a warm introduction is usually the best first contact — not a full proposal.

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Frequently asked questions about Herbert L and Nancy M Townsend

Does Herbert L and Nancy M Townsend accept grant applications?
Herbert L and Nancy M Townsend's public filing does not specify an application process. A brief letter of inquiry or a warm introduction is usually the best first step with a private foundation of this size.
What does Herbert L and Nancy M Townsend fund?
Herbert L and Nancy M Townsend's grants focus on faith-based (christian). Recent recipients include Wilton Community Schools, Wilton Community Schools, Wilton Community Schools. Its full grant history is listed above.
How much does Herbert L and Nancy M Townsend give in grants?
Herbert L and Nancy M Townsend reported $1.2M in grants in its most recent IRS filing (FY2020). Across all years in our data it has awarded $6.3M over 51 grants.
Where is Herbert L and Nancy M Townsend located?
Herbert L and Nancy M Townsend is based in Wilton, Iowa. Its IRS employer identification number (EIN) is 472479056.
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About this profile. This page is built from Herbert L and Nancy M Townsend's public IRS Form 990-PF and 990 filings, indexed by Bespoke Grants alongside 13M+ grants from 225,000+ U.S. foundations. Grant figures reflect filings available to date; IRS data publishes on a 1–2 year lag. Bespoke Grants is not affiliated with Herbert L and Nancy M Townsend. Always confirm current giving priorities and application procedures with the foundation directly before applying.