Ernie P Schwartz Foundation
Historical FunderCedar Rapids, Iowa · EIN 42-6277194 · Private foundation · Website
Half of its grants to organizations were between $4,000 and $5,000.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2024):
| Contact | DES MOINES REGISTER SCHOLARSHIP |
|---|---|
| Address | PO BOX 957, DES MOINES IA 503040957 |
| Phone | 5152848579 |
| Form and materials | MICKEY YOUNG AT THE DES MOINES REGISTER HANDLES ALL DETAILS. |
| Deadlines | MICKEY YOUNG AT THE DES MOINES REGISTER HANDLES ALL DETAILS. |
| Restrictions | 5% OF FMV OF TRUST, TO CARRIERS/DEPENDENTS OF REGISTER NEWSPAPER FOR THE PURPOSE OF EDUCATION. |
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
33% of grants went outside Iowa.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ui Service Center | Iowa City, IA | Scholarship | $5,000 |
| University of Northern Iowa | Cedar Falls, IA | Scholarship | $5,000 |
| Northwest Missouri State University | Maryville, MO | Scholarship | $4,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $14,000 | 3 |
| 2023 | $8,500 | 2 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Oct 28, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202513019349100806
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 42-6277194
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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