Charles E Fahrney Education Foundation
Historical FunderMilwaukee, Wisconsin · EIN 42-6295370 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $2,500 and $12,500.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2024):
| Contact | U S BANK N A TRUST DEPARTMENT |
|---|---|
| Address | 123 E THIRD ST, OTTUMWA IA 525018003 |
| Phone | 6416832053 |
| Form and materials | COMPLETE A SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION FORM. E-MAIL REQUEST TO: TERESA.LAWSON@USBANK.COM. INCLUDE AN OFFICIAL HIGH SCHOOL OR COLLEGE/UNIVERSITY TRANSCRIPT, ALONG WITH A SIGNED PERSONAL LETTER. |
| Deadlines | ANNUALLY NO LATER THAN FEBRUARY 15TH |
| Restrictions | SEE ATTACHED FOOTNOTE FOR RESTRICTIONS OF LIMITATIONS ON AWARDS. |
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
100% of grants went outside Wisconsin.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Iowa | Iowa City, IA | Scholarship | $52,500 |
| Iowa State University | Ames, IA | Scholarship | $47,500 |
| Indian Hills Community College | Ottumwa, IA | Scholarships | $32,500 |
| University of Northern Iowa | Cedar Falls, IA | Scholarships | $22,500 |
| William Penn University | Oskaloosa, IA | Scholarships | $12,500 |
| Simpson College | Indianola, IA | Scholarships | $12,500 |
| Central College | Pella, IA | Scholarships | $12,500 |
| Wartburg College | Waverly, IA | Scholarship | $10,000 |
| Drake University | Des Moines, IA | Scholarships | $7,500 |
| University of Dubuque | Dubuque, IA | Scholarships | $5,000 |
| St Ambrose University | Davenport, IA | Scholarship | $2,500 |
| Buena Vista University | Ottumwa, IA | Scholarships | $2,500 |
| Kirkwood Community College | Cedar Rapids, IA | Scholarships | $2,500 |
| Luther College | Decorah, IA | Scholarships | $2,500 |
| Mercy College of Health Sciences | Des Moines, IA | Scholarships | $2,500 |
| Marshalltown Community College | Marshalltown, IA | Scholarships | $2,500 |
| Ne Iowa Community College - Peosta | Peosta, IA | Scholarships | $2,500 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $232,500 | 17 |
| 2023 | $232,400 | 17 |
| 2022 | $281,400 | 19 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Dec 22, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202533569349100113
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 42-6295370
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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