The University of Iowa

Community improvement

Collins (Thomas Aquinas) Charitable Trust

Primarily provides grants for religious purposes.

Application Deadline 

Applications should be addressed to: Brigid Cota, The Thomas Aquinas Collins (T.A.C) Charitable Trust, 22 6th Ave. N.E., Waukon, IA 52172; Phone: 563-568-3401

Applicants should submit a brief resume of academic qualifications and an outline of the proposed use of the Grant, etc.

Applications may be submitted at any time.

Vermeer Charitable Foundation, Inc.

The foundation supports projects designed to bring honor and praise to God. Special emphasis is directed toward projects designed to promote the quality of life for Vermeer employees and communities; inspire Vermeer employees to use their skills and resources; and utilize Vermeer products and...

Application Deadline 

April and November

Williams (Don E. & Charlotte) Foundation

Scholarship awards to employees and children of employees of CamBar-DeWco. Some giving to organizations that improve the quality of life in the Illinois and Indiana Quad City areas.

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Target Foundation

Target’s philanthropic efforts are rooted in the company’s purpose of helping all families discover the joy of everyday life and our values of optimism, inclusivity and connection. Community has been, and will continue to be, our focus.

Application Deadline 

Target's philanthropic areas include grants for school field trips, public safety, and youth soccer programs. Click on each for more information.

Additional details are here.

Deadlines and amounts depend upon the focus area.

Whirlpool Foundation

Among other programs, the foundation maintains a scholarship program to provide financial assistance to certain children of the employees of Whirlpool Corporation.

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Peterson (Adolph H. & Rosetta J.) Charity Foundation

Giving to charitable or public organizations providing assistance to the disadvantaged in Boone County, Iowa.

Application Deadline 

Applications should be addressed to: Charla Kudej, 616 S. Kennedy, Madrid, IA 50156-1736
Telephone: (515) 240-2309

Send a written request for assistance addressed to the foundation's board of directors. Must be received prior to the annual or special meeting.