Melissa Lea Reicks Foundation Inc
Invitation OnlyLawler, Iowa · EIN 20-8600185 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $1,000 and $5,000.
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
0% of grants went outside Iowa.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Holy Family Parish | New Hampton, IA | Donation | $21,200 |
| City of Waucoma | Waucoma, IA | Donation | $5,000 |
| St Joseph Community School | New Hampton, IA | Donation | $2,000 |
| Chickasaw Event Center | New Hampton, IA | Donation | $1,000 |
| Harpers Ferry Area Heritage Society | Harpers Ferry, IA | Donation | $1,000 |
The return also lists 11 grants to individuals ($50,060). We do not publish the names of individual recipients.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $80,260 | 16 |
| 2024 | $114,021 | 17 |
| 2023 | $70,921 | 20 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed May 26, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202611469349100531
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 20-8600185
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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