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The Seidler Foundation

Des Moines, Iowa  ·  EIN 421209825  ·  Private foundation

The Seidler Foundation is a private foundation based in Des Moines, Iowa. Its indexed IRS Form 990-PF summary (FY2020) reports $889K in grants paid and $15.4M in total assets. Bespoke Grants tracks 633 individual grants from this funder — $10.5M awarded across 2019–2024 — including its support for higher education. This public overview includes selected grant examples.

$889K
Indexed giving (FY2020)
$15.4M
Assets (FY2020)
633
Grants tracked
2024
Latest grant in this overview

What The Seidler Foundation funds

The Seidler 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
Cornell College - General Fund
GENERAL SUPPORT
Mt Vernon, IA$625K2023
University of Iowa Center for Advancement
GENERAL SUPPORT
Iowa City, IA$300K2022
Food Bank of Iowa
GENERAL SUPPORT
Des Moines, IA$300K2024

How to apply for funding from The Seidler Foundation

The Seidler 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.

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Frequently asked questions about The Seidler Foundation

Does The Seidler Foundation accept grant applications?
The Seidler 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 The Seidler Foundation fund?
The Seidler Foundation's grants focus on higher education. Example recipients include Cornell College - General Fund, University of Iowa Center for Advancement, Food Bank of Iowa. Up to three historical grant examples appear above. Full indexed grant histories require All access at $19/month.
How much does The Seidler Foundation give in grants?
The Seidler Foundation reported $889K in grants in an indexed IRS filing (FY2020). Across all years in our data it has awarded $10.5M over 633 grants.
Where is The Seidler Foundation located?
The Seidler Foundation is based in Des Moines, Iowa. Its IRS employer identification number (EIN) is 421209825.
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About this profile. This page is built from The Seidler 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 The Seidler Foundation. Always confirm current giving priorities and application procedures with the foundation directly before applying.