Arlan J Van Wyk Family Foundation
Invitation OnlySheldon, Iowa · EIN 42-1484434 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $5,000 and $50,000.
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
16% of grants went outside Iowa.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rise Ministries | Sheldon, IA | Sponsorship of Christian music festivals in the Midwest | $250,000 |
| Family Leader Foundation | Urbandale, IA | Ministry to strengthen families | $250,000 |
| Northwestern College | Orange City, IA | Christian college capital campaign | $50,000 |
| Military Community of Youth Ministr | Colorado Springs, CO | Ministry to the children of military members | $50,000 |
| Mission India | Grand Rapids, MI | Outreach ministry to India | $30,000 |
| Family Crisis Center | Sioux Center, IA | Emergency shelter and services for victims and survivors of crime. | $25,000 |
| Friends of Crossroads Pavillian Fou | Sheldon, IA | Enhance cpec | $25,000 |
| Ncc Foundation | Sheldon, IA | Scholarship and equipment | $20,000 |
| Atlas of Orange City | Orange City, IA | Local charity | $10,000 |
| Village Northwest Unlimited | Sheldon, IA | Assisting the disabled | $5,000 |
| Conquering Cancer 4 O'brien County | Sheldon, IA | Support for medical centers in the area to fight cancer | $1,000 |
| St Patricks School | Sheldon, IA | Catholic grade school | $100 |
The return also lists 16 grants to individuals ($510,800). We do not publish the names of individual recipients.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,226,900 | 28 |
| 2024 | $940,000 | 33 |
| 2023 | $634,427 | 25 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Mar 4, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202610639349100326
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 42-1484434
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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