ESP International Charitable Foundation
Historical FunderCedar Rapids, Iowa · EIN 26-2962077 · Private foundation · Website
Grants paid (2025)$27K
Organizations funded47
Typical grant$446
Total assets$82K
Half of its grants to organizations were between $250 and $500.
From the return
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2025):
| Contact | SARA GIBBS |
|---|---|
| Address | 5920 Dry Creek Ln NE, Cedar Rapids IA 52402 |
| Phone | 3193934310 |
| espcharity@espint.com | |
| Form and materials | Forms found at wwwespcharityorg |
| Deadlines | None |
| Restrictions | Located in ESP Communities Registered 501c3 non religious org |
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
46% of grants went outside Iowa.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Texas Search and Rescue | Wimberley, TX | Support mission of the organization | $2,500 |
| Project Linus | Belton, MO | Fundraiser for non-profit | $2,393 |
| Mercy Medical Center Foundation | Cedar Rapids, IA | Support mission of the organization | $2,046 |
| Sleep in Heavenly Peace | Cedar Rapids, IA | Support mission of the organization | $1,500 |
| Cedar Rapids Firefighters Foundation | Cedar Rapids, IA | Support mission of the organization | $1,000 |
| Hawkeye Area Down Syndrome Association (HADSA) | Cedar Rapids, IA | Support mission of the organization | $1,000 |
| The ALS Association | Fort Worth, TX | Support mission of the organization | $1,000 |
| Hope Blooms | Cedar Rapids, IA | Support mission of the organization | $1,000 |
| Family Service of the Piedmont | Greensboro, NC | Support mission of the organization | $518 |
| The Gazette | Cedar Rapids, IA | Fundraiser for non-profit | $501 |
| Iowa Giving Crew | Marion, IA | Support mission of the organization | $500 |
| MHMR Foundation of Terrant County | Fort Worth, TX | Support mission of the organization | $500 |
| Aiming for a Cure Foundation | Iowa City, IA | Support mission of the organization | $500 |
| Brain Injury Alliance of Iowa | Iowa City, IA | Support mission of the organization | $500 |
| National Alliance on Mental Health (NAMI) North Carolina | Raleigh, NC | Support mission of the organization | $500 |
| Freedom Foundation | Cedar Rapids, IA | Support mission of the organization | $500 |
| Willis Dady Homeless Services | Cedar Rapids, IA | Support mission of the organization | $500 |
| Iowa Donor Network | North Liberty, IA | Support mission of the organization | $500 |
| Tarrant Area Food Bank | Fort Worth, TX | Support mission of the organization | $500 |
| Camp Fire First Texas | Fort Worth, TX | Support mission of the organization | $500 |
| Kailee's Fight Club | Marion, IA | Support mission of the organization | $500 |
| Together We Achieve | Cedar Rapids, IA | Support mission of the organization | $500 |
| Novak PTO | Marion, IA | Support mission of the organization | $500 |
| Backpack Beginnings | Greensboro, NC | Support mission of the organization | $446 |
| Linn County Deputy Sheriff's Charitable Foundation | Cedar Rapids, IA | Support mission of the organization | $300 |
| Fort Worth Zoo | Fort Worth, TX | Support mission of the organization | $260 |
| AYSO United | Marion, IA | Support mission of the organization | $250 |
| Iowa Music and Arts Association (IMAA) Scholarships | Cedar Rapids, IA | Support mission of the organization | $250 |
| Quad City Veterans Outreach Inc | Davenport, IA | Support mission of the organization | $250 |
| Operation Kindness | Carrollton, TX | Support mission of the organization | $250 |
| Aid For Educators | Arlington, TX | Support mission of the organization | $250 |
| Dogs Forever | Cedar Rapids, IA | Support mission of the organization | $250 |
| National Czech and Slovak Museum & Library | Cedar Rapids, IA | Support mission of the organization | $250 |
| Heroes Center | High Point, NC | Support mission of the organization | $250 |
| Coats for Kids (KCRG and Operation Warm) | Cedar Rapids, IA | Support mission of the organization | $250 |
| HEB ISD Education Foundation | Bedford, TX | Support mission of the organization | $250 |
| TX Veterans Outdoors | Houston, TX | Support mission of the organization | $125 |
| Cover 6 Outdoors For Vets | Fort Worth, TX | Support mission of the organization | $125 |
| Metro Marching Band Classic | Cedar Rapids, IA | Support mission of the organization | $120 |
| Don't Forget to Feed Me | Fort Worth, TX | Support mission of the organization | $103 |
| Center for Animal Research & Education | Bridgeport, TX | Support mission of the organization | $100 |
| Homes for Children | North Richland Hills, TX | Support mission of the organization | $100 |
| Cedar Rapids Softball Hall of Fame | Cedar Rapids, IA | Support mission of the organization | $100 |
| River Legacy Foundation | Arlington, TX | Support mission of the organization | $100 |
| Warrior Dog Foundation | Dallas, TX | Support mission of the organization | $100 |
| Last Hope Animal Rescue | Cedar Rapids, IA | Support mission of the organization | $100 |
| Fossil Rim Wildlife Center | Glen Rose, TX | Support mission of the organization | $100 |
The return also lists 1 grant to individuals ($2,700). We do not publish the names of individual recipients.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $27,337 | 48 |
| 2024 | $25,800 | 34 |
| 2023 | $33,504 | 15 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed May 12, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202631329349104428
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 26-2962077
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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