K2 Charitable Foundation
Historical FunderUrbandale, Iowa · EIN 46-1208733 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $2,000 and $82,000.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2025):
| Contact | KENNETH L SMITH |
|---|---|
| Address | 10021 HICKMAN ROAD, URBANDALE IA 50322 |
| Phone | 5152763456 |
| Form and materials | THE FOUNDATION BOARD IS DEVELOPING THE GRANT APPLICATION PROGRAM THAT WILL BE USED TO EVALUATE THE APPLICANTS |
| Deadlines | SUBMISSION DEADLINES HAVE NOT BEEN YET DETERMINED |
| Restrictions | IN PROCESS OF DETERMINING ANY RESTRICTIONS |
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
43% of grants went outside Iowa.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Haiti Christian Development Fund | Margate, FL | Relocation and redistribution of the poor in haiti | $1,032,500 |
| New Horizons Ministries | Cancon City, CO | Incarceration counseling | $407,500 |
| Freedom for Youth | Des Moines, IA | Assist lost and hurting kids who are without a home in iowa | $269,000 |
| Agape Pregnancy Resource Center | Des Moines, IA | Pregnancy counseling | $150,000 |
| Open Bible Church | Des Moines, IA | Association of churches and ministers | $82,000 |
| John & Vera Mae Perkins Foundation | Jackson, MS | Christian community development | $67,500 |
| Joppa | Des Moines, IA | Homeless outreach | $40,000 |
| Leader Source | Elkhart, IN | Education | $35,000 |
| The Mendenhall Ministries | Mendenhall, MS | Christian community development | $25,000 |
| Scalpel at the Cross | Miami, FL | Medical ministry | $20,000 |
| Hidden Acres Christian Center | Dayton, IA | Christian summer camp programs | $2,000 |
| Des Moines Refugee Support | Des Moines, IA | Assist refugee families | $2,000 |
| Holy Cross Church | Sullivans Island, SC | Religious education | $2,000 |
| Variety - the Childrens Charity of Iowa | Des Moines, IA | Christian community development | $2,000 |
| Fellowship of Christian Athletes | Des Moines, IA | Christian fellowship religious teaching | $1,500 |
| Joshua Christian Academy | Des Moines, IA | Religious education | $500 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,138,500 | 16 |
| 2024 | $1,540,884 | 16 |
| 2023 | $1,506,650 | 13 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed May 14, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202611349349104036
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 46-1208733
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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