Margaret B Barry Foundation
Invitation OnlyWest Des Moines, Iowa · EIN 42-6562404 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$232K
Organizations funded2
Typical grant$115,823
Total assets$4.6M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $115,823 and $115,823.
From the return
How to apply
On its return for tax year 2025 the foundation checked the box saying it only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
50% of grants went outside Iowa.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Iowa State University Foundation | Ames, IA | Cancer Research | $115,823 |
| Northwestern University | Chicago, IL | Lurie Cancer Center | $115,823 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $231,646 | 2 |
| 2024 | $251,386 | 2 |
| 2023 | $236,042 | 2 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Jun 25, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202631769349100503
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 42-6562404
- Profile updated Nov 7, 2026
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