3G Foundation
Historical FunderDes Moines, Iowa · EIN 33-4008689 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $2,000 and $10,000.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2025):
| Contact | DIANE MEYER |
|---|---|
| Address | 421 GRAND AVE, DES MOINES IA 50309 |
| Phone | 3193640213 |
| 3GFOUNDATION@3GCOS.COM | |
| Form and materials | - CHARITABLE ORGANIZATIONS SEEKING A GRANT MUST SUBMIT A DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE CHARITABLE ORGANIZATION AND ITS PROPOSED ACTIVITIES AND PURPOSES, FINANCIAL INFORMATION REQUESTED BY THE FOUNDATION TO ASSIST THE FOUNDATION IN ASCERTAINING THE FINANCIAL NEEDS OF THE CHARITABLE ORGANIZATION, AND ANY ADDITIONAL INFORMATION REQUESTED BY THE FOUNDATION TO ENSURE ALIGNMENT WITH ITS PURPOSES AND PRIORITIES. - EMPLOYEE DISASTER ASSISTANCE - SUBMIT COMPLETED APPLICATION THROUGH THE METHOD SPECIFIED IN THE APPLICATION FORM. |
| Deadlines | NONE |
| Restrictions | - ORGANIZATIONS & INITIATIVES THAT ALIGN WITH PASSIONS OF OUR EMPLOYEES AND ADDRESS KEY COMMUNITY NEEDS ARE PRIORITIZED. THE FOUNDATION MAKES CONTRIBUTIONS TO US 501(C)(3) PUBLIC CHARITIES THROUGH CASH CONTRIBUTIONS, INCLUDING FINANCIAL SUPPORT FOR SPECIFIC PROJECTS OR PROGRAMS. THE FOUNDATION ENHANCES ITS CHARITABLE IMPACT BY MATCHING ELIGIBLE EMPLOYEE DONATIONS TO PUBLIC CHARITIES THAT ARE CONSISTENT WITH THE FOUNDATION'S PURPOSES AND PRIORITIES. A MINIMUM OF $100 PER EMPLOYEE DONATION IS REQUIRED WITH A MAXIMUM ANNUAL MATCH OF $5,000 PER EMPLOYEE, SUBJECT TO THE FOUNDATION'S ANNUAL BUDGET. * NO GRANTS MAY BE MADE TO DISQUALIFIED PERSONS OR MEMBERS OF THEIR FAMILIES. |
Copied as filed. Deadlines on a tax return describe the foundation's usual process; they are not confirmation of a current open cycle.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
0% of grants went outside Iowa.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marengo Trails Foundation | Marengo, IA | Marengo pedestrian trail improvements | $10,000 |
| Terrace Hill Partnership | Des Moines, IA | Program support | $10,000 |
| Everystep Foundation | Des Moines, IA | Program support | $5,000 |
| Kirkwood Foundation | Cedar Rapids, IA | Construction mgmt students scholarship | $4,000 |
| Blue Star Mothers of Iowa | Johnston, IA | Program support | $2,500 |
| I Know Jack Foundation | Cedar Rapids, IA | Program support | $2,000 |
| Leader Valley | Waterloo, IA | Program support | $500 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $34,000 | 7 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Mar 24, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202610839349100111
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 33-4008689
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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