J Ralph And Gladys Meier Scholarship Trust
Historical FunderCedar Rapids, Iowa · EIN 42-6387434 · Private foundation · Website
Half of its grants to organizations were between $363 and $725.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2025):
| Contact | Wesley Hilleshiem |
|---|---|
| Address | 2701 Edgewood Pkwy SW, Cedar Rapids IA 52404 |
| Phone | 8772757034 |
| wesley.hilleshiem@bankiowa.com | |
| Form and materials | Applications are sent to high school counselors to give to students to complete. |
| Deadlines | Deadline is in April. |
| Restrictions | Applications are sent to high schools located in Mahaska, Keokuk and Wapello counties. |
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
0% of grants went outside Iowa.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Iowa | Iowa City, IA | Scholarship | $3,050 |
| Kirkwood Community College | Cedar Rapids, IA | Scholarship | $725 |
| Indian Hills Community College | Ottumwa, IA | Scholarship | $500 |
| Iowa State University | Ames, IA | Scholarship | $363 |
| Coe College | Cedar Rapids, IA | Scholarship | $363 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $5,001 | 5 |
| 2024 | $6,357 | 8 |
| 2023 | $8,000 | 10 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed May 11, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202601319349101850
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 42-6387434
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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