Merchant Foundation of Iowa
Historical FunderWest Des Moines, Iowa · EIN 47-3509282 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $1,000 and $10,000.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2024):
| Contact | SHAHBAZ A MERCHANT |
|---|---|
| Address | 2222 Grand Ave, Des Moines IA 503125339 |
| Phone | 5152555124 |
| miaccounts@yahoo.com | |
| Form and materials | Letter addressed to Mr. Shahbaz A Merchant |
| Deadlines | None |
| Restrictions | None |
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
14% of grants went outside Iowa.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dmacc Foundation | Ankeny, IA | Education | $10,000 |
| The World Food Prize Foundation | Des Moines, IA | Research | $10,000 |
| Des Moines University | Des Moines, IA | Education | $10,000 |
| Seghal Foundation | Des Moines, IA | Education andhuman dev | $2,000 |
| United Pakistan Parade | Des Moines, IA | Art & education | $1,500 |
| Human Development Foundation | Oak Brook, IL | Human development | $1,000 |
| Greater Des Moines Committee | Des Moines, IA | Art and education | $1,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $35,500 | 7 |
| 2023 | $56,700 | 11 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Nov 17, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202523219349108047
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 47-3509282
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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