Ana and Ed McCracken Foundation
Invitation OnlyAmes, Iowa · EIN 26-1329495 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $250 and $45,735.
How to apply
On its return for tax year 2025 the foundation checked the box saying it only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
50% of grants went outside Iowa.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Iowa State University Foundation | Ames, IA | To Support Educational Programs | $190,000 |
| The Willa Cather Foundation | Red Cloud, NE | To Support Arts and Humanities | $45,735 |
| Leland Stanford Junior University | Stanford, CA | To support educational programs | $10,000 |
| Ames Police Foundation | Ames, IA | To Support Community Programs | $250 |
The return also lists 3 grants to individuals ($8,500). We do not publish the names of individual recipients.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $254,485 | 7 |
| 2024 | $110,209 | 15 |
| 2023 | $205,491 | 18 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Aug 11, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202632239349100108
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 26-1329495
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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