The Ralph & Sylvia G Green Charita Foundation
Historical FunderDes Moines, Iowa · EIN 42-1208959 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $3,500 and $7,500.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2024):
| Contact | MERTZE ANDERSON |
|---|---|
| Address | 3500 SOUTHERN HILLS DRIVE, DES MOINES IA 50321 |
| Phone | 5152782442 |
| Form and materials | SUBMIT A LETTER STATING PURPOSE AND NEED. ATTACH PROOF OF TAX-EXEMPT STATUS. |
| 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
0% of grants went outside Iowa.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dental Connections | Des Moines, IA | General operating fund | $7,500 |
| Iowa Legal Aid Foundation | Des Moines, IA | Annual fund | $7,500 |
| YMCA of Des Moines | Des Moines, IA | Annual fund | $7,500 |
| Drake University | Des Moines, IA | John dee bright college | $7,500 |
| Primary Health Care | Des Moines, IA | Annual fund | $7,500 |
| Polk County Housing Trust Fund | Des Moines, IA | Annual fund | $5,000 |
| Namiiowa | Des Moines, IA | Annual fund | $5,000 |
| Des Moines Public Library | Des Moines, IA | Annual fund | $3,500 |
| Civic Music Association of Des Moin | Des Moines, IA | Annual fund | $2,500 |
| Seed Savers Exchange | Decorah, IA | Annual fund | $500 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $54,000 | 10 |
| 2023 | $80,500 | 12 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Nov 4, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202543089349101424
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 42-1208959
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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