Bsl Foundation
Historical FunderGrimes, Iowa · EIN 26-1326999 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $500 and $1,500.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2025):
| Contact | BRUCE A BAUMGARN |
|---|---|
| Address | 2404 NE PARK DRIVE, GRIMES IA 50111 |
| Phone | 5159867184 |
| Form and materials | CONTACT THE FOUNDATION FOR APPLICATION FORMS |
| Deadlines | NONE |
| Restrictions | NONE |
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
74% of grants went outside Iowa.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cru | Orlando, FL | General operating fund | $15,000 |
| Pro Sanctity | Elkhorn, NE | General operating fund | $5,000 |
| St Pius X Catholic Church | Urbandale, IA | General operating fund | $5,000 |
| Dowling Catholic High School | West Des Moines, IA | General operating fund | $2,500 |
| Scenic Charitable Trust Inc | Washington, DC | General operating fund | $2,500 |
| America's Family Coaches | Urbandale, IA | General operating fund | $2,000 |
| Puppy Jake Foundation | Des Moines, IA | General operating fund | $2,000 |
| University of Jamestown | Jamestown, ND | General operating fund | $2,000 |
| Java Relief Foundation | Waconia, MN | General operating fund | $1,500 |
| Open Door Mission | Omaha, NE | General operating fund | $1,500 |
| Alpha Center | Sioux Falls, SD | General operating fund | $1,000 |
| Food for the Poor | Coconut Creek, FL | General operating fund | $1,000 |
| Iowa Right to Life | Des Moines, IA | General operating fund | $1,000 |
| Least of My Brethern | Omaha, NE | General operating fund | $1,000 |
| Mother of God Monastery | Watertown, SD | General operating fund | $1,000 |
| Sienafrancis House Men's Shelter | Omaha, NE | General operating fund | $1,000 |
| Southwest Options for Women | Hopkins, MN | General operating fund | $1,000 |
| St Jude's Children's Research Hospital | Memphis, TN | General operating fund | $1,000 |
| Tunnels to Towers Foundation | Staten Island, NY | General operating fund | $1,000 |
| Wounded Warrior Project | Jacksonville, FL | General operating fund | $1,000 |
| Eps Essential Pregnancy Services Inc | Omaha, NE | General operating fund | $800 |
| The Humanity Alliance | Victoria, MN | General operating fund | $700 |
| Attwn | Round Rock, TX | General operating fund | $600 |
| Hillsdale College | Hillsdale, MI | General operating fund | $600 |
| Family Life | Little Rock, AR | General operating fund | $500 |
| Jessica Kramer Cancer Foundation | Grimes, IA | General operating fund | $500 |
| Make-A-Wish Foundation of Iowa | Urbandale, IA | General operating fund | $500 |
| Omaha Food Bank | Omaha, NE | General operating fund | $500 |
| Prelude Behavioral Services | Iowa City, IA | General operating fund | $500 |
| Project Success | Minneapolis, MN | General operating fund | $500 |
| Ruth Harbor | Des Moines, IA | General operating fund | $500 |
| Dynamic Catholic Institute | Erlanger, KY | General operating fund | $300 |
| Sharing & Caring Hands | Minneapolis, MN | General operating fund | $300 |
| Child Saving Institute | Omaha, NE | General operating fund | $250 |
| Family First | Tampa, FL | General operating fund | $200 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $56,250 | 35 |
| 2024 | $61,200 | 37 |
| 2023 | $64,700 | 34 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed May 12, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202621329349103017
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 26-1326999
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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