William Butterworth Foundation
Historical FunderMoline, Illinois · EIN 46-4274627 · Private foundation · Website
Half of its grants to organizations were between $2,000 and $2,500.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2024):
| Contact | ST AMBROSE UNIVERSITY - ATTN JIM ST |
|---|---|
| Address | 518 WEST LOCUST STREET, DAVENPORT IA 52803 |
| Phone | 5633336060 |
| STANGLEJAMESR@SAU.EDU | |
| Form and materials | APPLICATION PROCESS IS DETERMINED BY THE COLLEGE. SCHOLARSHIPS FUND POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION (FROM ENTRY THOUGH GRADUATE LEVEL, INCLUDING SOME CERTIFICATE AND PROFESSIONAL PROGRAMS) FOR QUAD CITIZENS. FUNDS ARE GIVEN DIRECTLY TO THE COLLEGE. FIELDS OF STUDY ALIGN WITH THE FOUNDATION MISSION FOCUS ON ARTS, CULTURE, EDUCATION AND CHARITABLE WORK AND WITH THE LOCAL Q2030 INITIATIVE. SPECIFICALLY, THE FIELD SUPPORTED IS NONPROFIT LEADERSHIP. |
| Deadlines | DEADLINES ARE DETERMINED BY THE COLLEGE. |
| Restrictions | 1. STUDENTS MUST RESIDE IN ROCK ISLAND OR SCOTT COUNTIES. 2. STUDENTS GAINING CREDENTIALS IN THE FOUNDATION'S MISSION AREAS OF ARTS, CULTURE, EDUCATION AND CHARITABLE WORK AS DESCRIBED ABOVE. 3. STUDENTS MUST BE IN ACADEMIC GOOD STANDING (AS DEFINED BY THE SCHOOL). |
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
28% of grants went outside Illinois.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Augustana College | Rock Island, IL | Scholarships | $2,500 |
| Black Hawk College Foundation | Moline, IL | Scholarships | $2,500 |
| Scott County Community College | Bettendorf, IA | Scholarships | $2,500 |
| St Ambrose University | Davenport, IA | Scholarships | $2,500 |
| Western Illinois University Foundation | Moline, IL | Scholarships | $2,500 |
| Moline High School English Department | Moline, IL | English department literature grant | $2,000 |
| Quad Cities Canine Assistance Network | Moline, IL | General support | $500 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $15,000 | 7 |
| 2023 | $15,009 | 9 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Nov 15, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202513199349101016
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 46-4274627
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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