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Iowa State University Foundation

Ames, Iowa  ·  EIN 421143702  ·  Private foundation

Iowa State University Foundation is a private foundation based in Ames, Iowa. Its indexed IRS Form 990-PF summary (FY2020) reports $100.7M in grants paid and $1.35B in total assets. Bespoke Grants tracks 9 individual grants from this funder — $776.8M awarded across 2017–2024 — including its support for higher education. This public overview includes selected grant examples.

$100.7M
Indexed giving (FY2020)
$1.35B
Assets (FY2020)
9
Grants tracked
2024
Latest grant in this overview

What Iowa State University Foundation funds

Iowa State University Foundation's giving carries a documented focus on higher education.

Higher Education

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.

RecipientLocationGrantYear
Iowa State University
SEE PART IV
Ames, IA$157.6M2024
Iowa State University
SEE PART IV
Ames, IA$119.1M2023
Iowa State University
See Part IV
Ames, IA$118.1M2019

How to apply for funding from Iowa State University Foundation

Iowa State University 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 foundation.iastate.edu.

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Frequently asked questions about Iowa State University Foundation

Does Iowa State University Foundation accept grant applications?
Iowa State University 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 Iowa State University Foundation fund?
Iowa State University Foundation's grants focus on higher education. Example recipients include Iowa State University. Up to three historical grant examples appear above. Full indexed grant histories require All access at $19/month.
How much does Iowa State University Foundation give in grants?
Iowa State University Foundation reported $100.7M in grants in an indexed IRS filing (FY2020). Across all years in our data it has awarded $776.8M over 9 grants.
Where is Iowa State University Foundation located?
Iowa State University Foundation is based in Ames, Iowa. Its IRS employer identification number (EIN) is 421143702.
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About this profile. This page is built from Iowa State University Foundation's public IRS Form 990-PF and 990 filings, indexed by Bespoke Grants. Grant figures reflect filings available to date; Filings describe past activity and arrive with a lag. Financial summaries and grant records can cover different years. Bespoke Grants is not affiliated with Iowa State University Foundation. Always confirm current giving priorities and application procedures with the foundation directly before applying.