Irving & Elizabeth Jensen Foundation
Invitation OnlySioux City, Iowa · EIN 42-1249886 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$320K
Organizations funded4
Typical grant$5,000
Total assets$0
Half of its grants to organizations were between $700 and $10,000.
From the return
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
25% of grants went outside Iowa.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Siouxland Community Foundation | Sioux City, IA | Scholarship fund | $304,767 |
| Yale University | New Haven, CT | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Okoboji Yacht Club Sailing Chool | Milford, IA | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Saturday in the Park | Sioux City, IA | Charitable | $700 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $320,467 | 4 |
| 2024 | $1,072,599 | 1 |
| 2023 | $56,100 | 1 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed May 14, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202641349349103564
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 42-1249886
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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