John H & Ann Ghrist Family Foundation
Historical FunderDes Moines, Iowa · EIN 39-1892120 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $1,000 and $2,000.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2024):
| Contact | JOHN H ANN GHRIST FAMILY FOUNDATION |
|---|---|
| Address | 5801 WOODLAND ROAD, DES MOINES IA 50312 |
| Phone | 5152795262 |
| Form and materials | APPLICATIONS SHOULD CONTAIN ALL NECESSARY INFORMATION CONCERNING THE PURPOSE OF THE GRANT, LOAN, ETC., INCLUDING WHERE THE APPLICANT CAN BE CONTACTED. |
| Deadlines | N/A |
| Restrictions | GRANTS WILL BE MADE TO 501(C)(3) ORGANIZATIONS THAT ARE NOT PRIVATE FOUNDATIONS. |
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
7% of grants went outside Iowa.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Visiting Nurse Services of Iowa Dba Everystep | Des Moines, IA | Operations | $5,000 |
| Iowa State University Foundation | Ames, IA | Operations | $5,000 |
| Food Bank of Iowa | Des Moines, IA | Operations | $3,000 |
| Des Moines Public Library Foundation | Des Moines, IA | Operations | $2,000 |
| Edmundson Art Foundation Inc (Des Moines Art Center) | Des Moines, IA | Operations | $2,000 |
| Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden | Des Moines, IA | Operations | $2,000 |
| Iowa Natural Heritage Foundation | Des Moines, IA | Operations | $2,000 |
| Iowa Public Radio Inc | Des Moines, IA | Operations | $1,500 |
| Iowa Public Television Foundation | Johnston, IA | Operations | $1,500 |
| Cass Resources for Enrichment (Care) | Darien, IL | Operations | $1,000 |
| Salisbury House Foundation | Des Moines, IA | Operations | $1,000 |
| Six Degrees of Separation - Removing Barriers for Education | Des Moines, IA | Operations | $1,000 |
| West Des Moines Library Friends Foundation | West Des Moines, IA | Operations | $1,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $28,000 | 13 |
| 2023 | $31,000 | 13 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Jul 8, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202541899349100714
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 39-1892120
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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