Mary Lou Salisbury Foundation
Invitation OnlyOsage, Iowa · EIN 20-5504801 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$21K
Organizations funded2
Typical grant$5,286
Total assets$438K
Half of its grants to organizations were between $5,286 and $5,286.
From the return
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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.
Where it gives
0% of grants went outside Iowa.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cresco Public Library | Cresco, IA | Additional funding for publications and equipment | $5,286 |
| Cresco Fire Department | Cresco, IA | Provide additional safety equipment for fire dept | $5,286 |
The return also lists 1 grant to individuals ($10,572). We do not publish the names of individual recipients.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $21,144 | 3 |
| 2024 | $20,456 | 3 |
| 2023 | $19,729 | 3 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed May 15, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202641349349105424
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 20-5504801
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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