Wapello County Foundation
Historical FunderOttumwa, Iowa · EIN 42-1212642 · Private foundation · Website
Half of its grants to organizations were between $1,606 and $9,758.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2025):
| Contact | WAPELLO COUNTY FOUNDATION |
|---|---|
| Address | SOUTH OTTUMWA SAVINGS BANK, 320 CHURCH ST PO BOX 516, OTTUMWA IA 52501 |
| Phone | 6416827541 |
| Form and materials | WAPELLO COUNTY FOUNDATION APPLICATION FOR COMMUNITY AWARDS I. GUIDELINES A. IRS APPROVED, NON-PROFIT ORGANIZATION SERVING THE CITIZENS OF WAPELLO COUNTY MAY APPLY. B. AWARDS WILL BE MADE FOR THE FOLLOWING PURPOSES: 1. MEDICAL CARE AND TREATMENT. 2. CARE OF NEEDY INDIVIDUALS AS RECOMMENDED BY EXISTING AGENCIES. 3. SCIENTIFIC RESEARCH. 4. FACILITIES FOR RECREATION. 5. EDUCATIONAL EFFORTS. 6. PUBLIC PROJECTS FOR COMMUNITY GOOD. C. AWARDS WILL NOT BE MADE FOR THE FOLLOWING PURPOSES. 1. NORMAL ONGOING EXPENSES. 2. RELIGIOUS ACTIVITIES. 3. APPLICATIONS BY INDIVIDUALS. II. APPLICATIONS A. A CONCISE TYPEWRITTEN REQUEST SHOULD INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING ITEMS: 1. ENDORSEMENT OF PROJECT BY GOVERNING BODY OR BOARD. 2. SHORT DESCRIPTION OF PROJECT. 3. PROFILE OF PEOPLE TO BE ASSISTED. 4. BUDGET OF PROJECT. 5. PLAN FOR CONTINUATION OF PROJECT (IF ONGOING). 6. MOST RECENT PROFIT/LOSS STATEMENT AND BALANCE SHEET. 7. NAMES OF ORGANIZATIONS PROVIDING SIMILAR SERVICES. III. FOLLOW-UP. A. AWARDS TO BE RETURNE |
| Deadlines | APPLICATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED AT SOUTH OTTUMWA SAVINGS BANK, 320 CHURCH STREET, PO BOX 516, OTTUMWA, |
| Restrictions | GEOGRAPHIC RESTRICTION IS WAPELLO COUNTY AND ITS VICINITY |
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 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Indian Hills Community College Fndt | Ottumwa, IA | Education | $25,000 |
| American Gothic Performing Arts | Ottumwa, IA | Community good | $12,500 |
| Ottumwa Little League | Ottumwa, IA | Facilities for recreation | $9,758 |
| Ottumwa Comm Thanksgiving Dinner | Ottumwa, IA | Community good | $9,000 |
| Blakesburg Historical Preservation | Blakesburg, IA | Community good | $5,397 |
| Eldon Depot Committee Inc | Eldon, IA | Community good | $4,770 |
| Ottumwa Civic Music Association | Ottumwa, IA | Community good | $3,000 |
| Southeast Iowa Symphony Orchestra | Mt Pleasant, IA | Community good | $2,500 |
| Iowa Legal Aid | Ottumwa, IA | Community good | $1,606 |
| Iowa Historical Foundation | Des Moines, IA | Community good | $1,500 |
| Cardinal Community Schools | Eldon, IA | Educational | $1,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $76,031 | 11 |
| 2024 | $60,591 | 7 |
| 2023 | $58,928 | 14 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Jul 16, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202641979349100804
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 42-1212642
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
Facts on this page come from the foundation's own IRS Form 990-PF filings as published by the IRS. Grantvello does not know whether a foundation is accepting proposals right now: a past grant is not an open opportunity. Always confirm current guidelines with the funder before applying.