Ralph F and Charlotte P Schlenker Charitable Trust
Invitation OnlyIndianola, Iowa · EIN 42-1288402 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$2,500
Organizations funded3
Typical grant$750
Total assets$28K
Half of its grants to organizations were between $250 and $1,500.
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
0% of grants went outside Iowa.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Des Moines Metro Opera | Indianola, IA | Unrestricted gift | $1,500 |
| Mid Iowa Council Boy Scouts | Des Moines, IA | unrestricted grant | $750 |
| Simpson College | Indianola, IA | unresticted gift of cash | $250 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,500 | 3 |
| 2024 | $1,600 | 2 |
| 2023 | $1,250 | 3 |
| 2022 | $1,900 | 4 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Apr 3, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202630969349100403
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 42-1288402
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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