J B Dahm Foundation
Invitation OnlyClive, Iowa · EIN 51-0177271 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$47K
Organizations funded15
Typical grant$1,000
Total assets$938K
Half of its grants to organizations were between $1,000 and $2,500.
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
33% of grants went outside Iowa.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| City of Pella | Pella, IA | Recreation center | $25,000 |
| Salvation Army of Des Moines | Des Moines, IA | General fund | $5,000 |
| Junior Achievement of Iowa | Cedar Rapids, IA | General fund | $2,500 |
| Lutheran Church of Hope | West Des Moines, IA | General fund | $2,500 |
| Waukee YMCA | Waukee, IA | General fund | $2,500 |
| Boys and Girls Club - Janesville | Janesville, WI | General fund | $1,000 |
| Clive Community Services | Clive, IA | General fund | $1,000 |
| Friends of Pella Library | Pella, IA | Provide support to library | $1,000 |
| Milton Food Pantry | Milton, WI | General fund | $1,000 |
| Mobility Worldwide- Leighton | Pella, IA | General fund | $1,000 |
| Tunnels to Towers Foundation | State Island, NY | General fund | $1,000 |
| Umps Care Charities | Edgarwater, MD | General fund | $1,000 |
| University of Iowa Childrens Hospit | Iowa City, IA | General fund | $1,000 |
| YMCA of Rocky County | Janesville, WI | General fund | $1,000 |
| The Free Store | Des Moines, IA | General fund | $500 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $47,000 | 15 |
| 2024 | $46,000 | 17 |
| 2023 | $47,000 | 13 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed May 13, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202641339349102109
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 51-0177271
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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