Samuel B Obrien Foundation
Grantmaking foundation in Des Moines, Iowa · EIN 81-4616804
- Iowa
- Des Moines
- Philanthropy, Voluntarism and Grantmaking Foundations
- Philanthropy, Voluntarism and Grantmaking Foundations in Iowa
- Grants itemized on the 990
- $41KTax year 2025
- Grants made
- 14Tax year 2025
- Total assets
- $460KLatest reported
- Latest IRS filing
- 2025Form 990 / 990-PF
Mission
NO DIRECT ACTIVE CONDUCT OF A CHARITABLE ACTIVITY.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Historic Arnolds Park | $30K | 2025 |
| Iowa Great Lakes Foundation | $6K | 2025 |
| Shattuck St Mary'S School | $1.1K | 2025 |
| Des Moines Metro Opera | $1K | 2025 |
| Heritage Carousel of Des Moines | $1K | 2025 |
Amounts are rounded. The full grantee list (14 grants in 2025) is available with a free account.
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Source: IRS Form 990 and 990-PF filings, tax year 2025. Also see this organization on ProPublica Nonprofit Explorer.