John K and Luise V Hanson Foundation
Historical FunderForest City, Iowa · EIN 42-1343843 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2024)$3.1M
Organizations funded126
Typical grant$9,000
Total assets$66.8M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $5,000 and $15,000.
From the return
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2024):
| Contact | CRAIG BRAGET FOUNDATION SECRETARY T |
|---|---|
| Address | PO BOX 450, FOREST CITY IA 504360450 |
| Phone | 6415822825 |
| CBRAGET@MBTBANK.BANK | |
| Form and materials | PLEASE VISIT THE FOUNDATION'S WEBSITE AT HTTPS://WWW.HANSONFOUNDATION.ORG/HOW-TO-APPLY/ FOR FULL APPLICATION DETAILS. APPLICATIONS MUST INCLUDE A COMPLETED APPLICATION COVER SHEET (AVAILABLE ON THE FOUNDATION'S WEBSITE), ALONG WITH A PROJECT BUDGET AND A CONDENSED CURRENT FINANCIAL STATEMENT. |
| Deadlines | APPLICATION "RECEIVED BY" DEADLINES: MARCH 1, JUNE 1, SEPTEMBER 1, AND DECEMBER 1. |
| Restrictions | GRANTS ARE AWARDED ONLY TO ORGANIZATIONS THAT ARE TAX-EXEMPT UNDER IRC SECTION 501(C)(3) AND NOT CLASSIFIED AS PRIVATE FOUNDATIONS UNDER SECTION 509(A), OR TO GOVERNMENT ENTITIES. THE FOUNDATION PRIMARILY SERVES NORTH CENTRAL IOWA AND SOUTH CENTRAL MINNESOTA, WITH MOST GRANTS SUPPORTING ORGANIZATIONS IN FOREST CITY. PREFERENCE IS GIVEN TO PROJECTS THAT LEVERAGE MATCHING FUNDS OR USE FOUNDATION SUPPORT TO CATALYZE ADDITIONAL FUNDRAISING. REQUESTS OUTSIDE THESE AREAS MAY BE CONSIDERED IF THEY ALIGN WITH THE FOUNDATION'S MISSION TO STRENGTHEN COMMUNITIES. |
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
23% of grants went outside Iowa.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Waldorf Lutheran College Foundation Inc | Forest City, IA | General operating support | $1,025,000 |
| Forest City Education Foundation | Forest City, IA | Annual funding - senior awards night 2024 | $200,000 |
| Vesterheim Norwegian-American Museum | Decorah, IA | Vesterheim commons, the inspiring community space | $200,000 |
| Waldorf Lutheran College Foundation Inc | Forest City, IA | Boman fine arts improvements | $130,000 |
| United States Sailing Center of Martin County Inc | Jensen Beach, FL | General operating support | $100,000 |
| City of Forest City | Forest City, IA | Taxilane upgrades | $59,000 |
| Clear Lake Community School Foundation Inc | Clear Lake, IA | Performing arts center | $50,000 |
| Clear Lake Development Foundation | Clear Lake, IA | Rooftop patio naming rights | $50,000 |
| Hancock County Economic Development Corporation | Garner, IA | Childcare alliance - wage support initiative | $50,000 |
| Temple Grandin School | Boulder, CO | General operating support | $50,000 |
| Forest City Family YMCA | Forest City, IA | Childcare support | $45,000 |
| T L C Broadcasting Corporation | Mason City, IA | Power and equipment upgrade | $37,500 |
| City of Forest City | Forest City, IA | Improvement and growth of forest city | $32,000 |
| Blue Stars Performing Arts for Youth Inc | LA Crosse, WI | Spring training camp at forest city | $30,000 |
| City of Blooming Prairie | Blooming Prairie, MN | Central park revitalization project | $30,000 |
| Forest City Family YMCA | Forest City, IA | All for a better US | $30,000 |
| Garner Community Christian Child Care | Garner, IA | Vision for expansion | $30,000 |
| Lake Mills Family Center | Lake Mills, IA | Childcare program | $30,000 |
| Winnebago County | Forest City, IA | Union soldier fountain recast | $30,000 |
| Austin Area Arts | Austin, MN | Paramount theatre renovation | $25,000 |
| City of Buffalo Center | Buffalo Center, IA | Pool replaster project | $25,000 |
| City of Clear Lake | Clear Lake, IA | Pickleball shelter | $25,000 |
| Groundwire Inc | Chicopee, MA | General operating support | $25,000 |
| Neighborhood Food Bank | Forest City, IA | Food purchases | $25,000 |
| City of Blooming Prairie | Blooming Prairie, MN | Pickleball court project | $20,000 |
| City of Forest City | Forest City, IA | Ragbrai lii entertainment | $20,000 |
| City of Hayfield | Hayfield, MN | City playground | $20,000 |
| Mantorville Restoration Association | Mantorville, MN | Opera roof | $20,000 |
| Seattle Festival Orchestra | Seattle, WA | General operating support | $20,000 |
| South Central Minnesota Youth for Christ Inc | Albert Lea, MN | Arts and character building project | $20,000 |
| Blooming Prairie Youth Club | Blooming Prairie, MN | Safety and security upgrades | $15,000 |
| City of Forest City | Forest City, IA | Puckerbrush days | $15,000 |
| Hayfield Community School | Garner, IA | Softball field update/renovation | $15,000 |
| Lake Mills Area Ministerial Association | Lake Mills, IA | Food and personal care products | $15,000 |
| United to Serve With Passion and Purpose | Clear Lake, IA | Bash at the lake music festival | $15,000 |
| Westcare Foundation Inc | Las Vagas, NV | Veteran's food pantry | $15,000 |
| Winnebago Historical Society | Forest City, IA | Salary assistance | $15,000 |
| City of Riceville | Riceville, IA | Elf shop | $13,000 |
| Hancock County Economic Development Corporation | Garner, IA | 2025 initiatives | $12,500 |
| Lake Mills Firefighters Association | Lake Mills, IA | Sign - department and community | $12,500 |
| Kum Along Citizens Club Inc | Forest City, IA | Congregate home meals | $12,000 |
| North Iowa Area Community College Foundation | Mason City, IA | Youth entrepreneurial academy 2025 | $12,000 |
| Build a Better Belmond | Belmond, IA | Luick memorial pool rebuilding | $10,000 |
| City of Hayfield | Hayfield, MN | Fire department scba update | $10,000 |
| Clear Lake United Methodist Church Foundation | Houston, TX | Clear lake ventura food pantry - meat distribution | $10,000 |
| Friends of Bear Creek Inc | Houston, TX | Course improvements | $10,000 |
| Garner Chamber of Commerce Foundation | Garner, IA | Duesey days 2025 | $10,000 |
| Girl Scouts of Greater Iowa | Urbandale, IA | Girls to attend camp tanglefoot | $10,000 |
| Hope 4 Women International | Forest City, IA | Local projects | $10,000 |
| Central Iowa Underwater Search and Rescue | Ankeny, IA | Equipment upgrade | $10,000 |
| Lake Mills Area Historical Society | Lake Mills, IA | 1901 victoria house preservation | $10,000 |
| Lake Mills Foundation for Community Improvements Inc | Lake Mills, IA | July jubilee | $10,000 |
| Mason City Family YMCA | Mason City, IA | Motor and pump repair | $10,000 |
| Mercy Medical Center Foundation North Iowa | Mason City, IA | Family connections | $10,000 |
| Mower County Agricultural Society | Austin, MN | Children's barnyard renovation | $10,000 |
| Sheffield Betterment Foundation Corporation | Sheffield, IA | Park equipment upgrade | $10,000 |
| Swea City Improvement League | Swea City, IA | Inclusive playground | $10,000 |
| T L C Broadcasting Corporation | Mason City, IA | Backup and main broadcast tower relocation | $10,000 |
| Winnebago County Fair Association | Thompson, IA | Exhibit hall phase 3 | $10,000 |
| Winnebago Historical Society | Forest City, IA | Military museum | $10,000 |
Showing the 60 largest of 126 grants to organizations.
Grants approved for future payment
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Waldorf Lutheran College Foundation Inc | Forest City, IA | General operating support | $2,200,000 |
| Forest City Education Foundation | Forest City, IA | Annual funding - senior awards night 2024 | $400,000 |
| Vesterheim Norwegian-American Museum | Decorah, IA | Vesterheim commons, the inspiring community space | $400,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $3,095,900 | 129 |
| 2023 | $4,045,070 | 2 |
| 2022 | $3,469,800 | 2 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed May 13, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202621339349104402
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 42-1343843
- Profile updated Nov 4, 2026
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