The John R and Zelda Z Grubb Charitable Foundation
Invitation OnlyUrbandale, Iowa · EIN 42-6521745 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2024)$569K
Organizations funded13
Typical grant$15,000
Total assets$12.7M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $5,000 and $57,071.
From the return
How to apply
On its return for tax year 2024 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
7% of grants went outside Iowa.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Variety Club | Des Moines, IA | Donation to general fund to provide aid/services to childserve committment | $250,250 |
| Iowa Health Care Association Foundation | West Des Moines, IA | Donation to general fund for health care scholarships | $84,000 |
| Easter Seals Iowa | Des Moines, IA | Donation to general fund | $75,000 |
| Urbandale Parks and Recreation | Urbandale, IA | Donation to general fund | $57,071 |
| First United Methodist Church | Des Moines, IA | Donation to general fund | $40,000 |
| Animal Rescue League of Central Iowa | Des Moines, IA | Animal protection and welfare - prevention of cruelty to animals | $15,000 |
| Festival of Trees and Lights | Des Moines, IA | 2024 pledge | $15,000 |
| Tori's Angels Foundation | Panora, IA | Donation to general fund | $10,000 |
| Children and Families of Iowa | Des Moines, IA | Donation to general fund | $5,000 |
| Hope Ministries | Des Moines, IA | Donation to general fund to provide basic human services to those in need | $5,000 |
| North High School | Des Moines, IA | Donation to general fund | $5,000 |
| Westminster Presbyterian Church | Des Moines, IA | In memory of irene knapp | $5,000 |
| Asu Foundation | Tempe, AZ | Asu - charter fund that supports student initiatives | $3,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $569,321 | 13 |
| 2023 | $389,650 | 14 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Nov 12, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202503169349103210
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 42-6521745
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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