Iowa State Fair Foundation
Grantmaking foundation in Des Moines, Iowa · EIN 42-1376689
- Iowa
- Des Moines
- Civil Rights, Social Action and Advocacy
- Civil Rights, Social Action and Advocacy in Iowa
- Total giving
- $6.7MTax year 2025
- Total assets
- $26MLatest reported
- Latest IRS filing
- 2025Form 990 / 990-PF
Mission
Raise funds for renovation and preservation of the historic Iowa State Fairgrounds by soliciting gifts, donations, bequests and grants to help finance infrastructure projects to guarantee the Fair continues to be Iowa's great celebration, a salute to the state's best in ag, industry, entertainment and achievement.
Giving by year
Totals by tax year, rounded to two significant figures. Years without a reported total show the sum of grants itemized on the filing.
Top recipients
| Recipient | Amount | Tax year |
|---|---|---|
| Iowa State Fair Authority | $3.5M | 2023 |
Amounts are rounded. The full grantee list is available with a free account.
Website: www.blueribbonfoundation.org
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Source: IRS Form 990 and 990-PF filings, tax year 2025. Also see this organization on ProPublica Nonprofit Explorer.