Longshadow Foundation
Historical FunderDubuque, Iowa · EIN 26-1448202 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $1,000 and $2,500.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2024):
| Contact | SUSAN H BUTLER RITTS |
|---|---|
| Address | 4995 RADFORD CT, Dubuque IA 52002 |
| Phone | 5635574446 |
| Form and materials | NO FORMAL APPLICATION FORM REQUIRED |
| Deadlines | NO DEADLINE FOR REQUESTS |
| Restrictions | PREFERENCE GIVEN TO REQUESTS THAT HELP FULFILL MISSION STATEMENT. |
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
27% of grants went outside Iowa.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dubuque Symphony Orchestra | Dubuque, IA | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Dubuque Museum of Art | Dubuque, IA | Charitable | $3,250 |
| Lookingglass Theatre Company | Spring Green, WI | Charitable | $2,500 |
| University of Dubuque | Dubuque, IA | Charitable | $2,500 |
| American Players Theatre | Dubuque, IA | Charitable | $1,500 |
| Four Mounds Foundation | Dubuque, IA | Charitable | $1,250 |
| Crescent Community Health Center | Chicago, IL | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Loras College | Boulder Junction, WI | Charitable | $1,000 |
| National Trust for Historic Preserv | Dubuque, IA | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Aquinas Communications Inc | Dubuque, IA | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Dubuque Rescue Mission | Dubuque, IA | Charitable | $1,000 |
The return also lists 1 grant to individuals ($1,000). We do not publish the names of individual recipients.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $22,000 | 12 |
| 2023 | $19,692 | 8 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Nov 18, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202533219349108978
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 26-1448202
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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