Gantz Foundation Charitable Trust | Foundation Profile
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EIN: 42-6487703
Foundation Overview
Based in Dubuque, IA, Gantz Foundation Charitable Trust has awarded 179 grants totaling $1,276,712 to organizations in Iowa, Wisconsin and 3 other states across the US. Individual grants range from $200 to $50,000, with a median award of $2,500.
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New Applicant Friendliness
10 of 32 recipients (31%) were new grantees. Foundation maintains loyal partnerships while remaining open to qualified new applicants with strong proposals.
Geographic Focus
94% of all grants are concentrated in Iowa, demonstrating highly focused geographic giving. This foundation prioritizes deep community impact in its primary service area. Within Iowa, funding concentrates in Dubuque (79%), Peosta (13%), Pesota (2%).
Funding Trajectory
Stable funding levels with 7% change over 8 years indicate consistent grant-making capacity and predictable philanthropic resources. This stability suggests reliable ongoing funding opportunities.
Program Areas
Highly focused on community projects with 100% of funding dedicated to this sector. This specialization indicates deep expertise and committed investment in the field.
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Grants & Funding
Analyzing past grantees provides valuable insights into Gantz Foundation Charitable Trust's funding preferences, organizational priorities, and grant making patterns. This historical data helps potential applicants understand the foundation's strategic focus and identify successful funding approaches.
| Name | Amount | Location | Purpose | Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| American Heart Association | $1,000 | Dallas, TX, US | Community Improvement | 2024 |
| Boys And Girls Club Of Greater Dubuque | $1,400 | Dubuque, IA, US | Community Improvement | 2024 |
| Centrally Rooted | $5,000 | Dubuque, IA, US | Community Improvement | 2024 |
| Clarke Golf Sponsor | $1,000 | Dubuque, IA, US | Community Improvement | 2024 |
| Dubuque Regional Humane Society | $1,000 | Dubuque, IA, US | Community Improvement | 2024 |
| Dubuque Symphony Orchestra | $20,000 | Dubuque, IA, US | Community Improvement | 2024 |
| Gddc River Valley Initiative Fund | $3,000 | Dubuque, IA, US | Community Improvement | 2024 |
| Holy Family Catholic Schools | $37,500 | Dubuque, IA, US | Community Improvement | 2024 |
| Holy Spirit Fall Festival Sponsor | $1,500 | Dubuque, IA, US | Community Improvement | 2024 |
| Iowa College Foundation | $2,500 | Des Moines, IA, US | Community Improvement | 2024 |
| Mercyone Dubuque Foundation | $20,000 | Dubuque, IA, US | Community Improvement | 2024 |
| Nicc Golf Outing Raffle Items | $720 | Peosta, IA, US | Community Improvement | 2024 |
| Nicc Golf Outing Sponsor | $2,500 | Peosta, IA, US | Community Improvement | 2024 |
| Oas Foundation | $1,500 | Washington, DC, US | Community Improvement | 2024 |
| Two By Two Character Development | $1,000 | Dubuque, IA, US | Community Improvement | 2024 |
| Variety Children's Charity | $3,000 | Des Moines, IA, US | Community Improvement | 2024 |
| American Heart Association | $1,000 | Dallas, TX, US | Community Improvement | 2024 |
| Boys And Girls Club Of Greater Dubuque | $1,400 | Dubuque, IA, US | Community Improvement | 2024 |
| Centrally Rooted | $5,000 | Dubuque, IA, US | Community Improvement | 2024 |
| Clarke Golf Sponsor | $1,000 | Dubuque, IA, US | Community Improvement | 2024 |
| Dubuque Regional Humane Society | $1,000 | Dubuque, IA, US | Community Improvement | 2024 |
| Dubuque Symphony Orchestra | $20,000 | Dubuque, IA, US | Community Improvement | 2024 |
| Gddc River Valley Initiative Fund | $3,000 | Dubuque, IA, US | Community Improvement | 2024 |
| Holy Family Catholic Schools | $37,500 | Dubuque, IA, US | Community Improvement | 2024 |
| Holy Spirit Fall Festival Sponsor | $1,500 | Dubuque, IA, US | Community Improvement | 2024 |
| Iowa College Foundation | $2,500 | Des Moines, IA, US | Community Improvement | 2024 |
| Mercyone Dubuque Foundation | $20,000 | Dubuque, IA, US | Community Improvement | 2024 |
| Nicc Golf Outing Raffle Items | $720 | Peosta, IA, US | Community Improvement | 2024 |
| Nicc Golf Outing Sponsor | $2,500 | Peosta, IA, US | Community Improvement | 2024 |
| Oas Foundation | $1,500 | Washington, DC, US | Community Improvement | 2024 |
| Two By Two Character Development | $1,000 | Dubuque, IA, US | Community Improvement | 2024 |
| Variety Children's Charity | $3,000 | Des Moines, IA, US | Community Improvement | 2024 |
| Boys And Girls Club Of Greater Dubuque | $2,500 | Dubuque, IA, US | Community Improvement | 2023 |
| Boys And Girls Club Of Greater Dubuque 2023 Golf Outing | $1,400 | Dubuque, IA, US | Community Improvement | 2023 |
| Centrally Rooted | $2,500 | Dubuque, IA, US | Community Improvement | 2023 |
| Clarke Golf Sponsor | $1,200 | Dubuque, IA, US | Community Improvement | 2023 |
| Dubuque Montessori School | $5,000 | Dubuque, IA, US | Community Improvement | 2023 |
| Gddc River Valley Initiative Fund | $3,000 | Dubuque, IA, US | Community Improvement | 2023 |
| Holy Family Catholic Schools | $37,500 | Dubuque, IA, US | Community Improvement | 2023 |
| Holy Spirit Fall Festival Sponsor | $1,500 | Dubuque, IA, US | Community Improvement | 2023 |
| Mercyone Dubuque Foundation | $22,500 | Dubuque, IA, US | Community Improvement | 2023 |
| Nicc Golf Outing Raffle Items | $720 | Dubuque, IA, US | Community Improvement | 2023 |
| Nicc Golf Outing Sponsor | $2,500 | Peosta, IA, US | Community Improvement | 2023 |
| Opening Doors - Attitude Of Gratitude Support | $2,500 | Dubuque, IA, US | Community Improvement | 2023 |
| Steeple Square | $2,000 | Dubuque, IA, US | Community Improvement | 2023 |
| Two By Two Character Development | $1,000 | Dubuque, IA, US | Community Improvement | 2023 |
| Boys And Girls Club Of Greater Dubuque | $2,500 | Dubuque, IA, US | Community Improvement | 2023 |
| Boys And Girls Club Of Greater Dubuque 2023 Golf Outing | $1,400 | Dubuque, IA, US | Community Improvement | 2023 |
| Centrally Rooted | $2,500 | Dubuque, IA, US | Community Improvement | 2023 |
| Clarke Golf Sponsor | $1,200 | Dubuque, IA, US | Community Improvement | 2023 |
| Dubuque Montessori School | $5,000 | Dubuque, IA, US | Community Improvement | 2023 |
| Gddc River Valley Initiative Fund | $3,000 | Dubuque, IA, US | Community Improvement | 2023 |
| Holy Family Catholic Schools | $37,500 | Dubuque, IA, US | Community Improvement | 2023 |
| Holy Spirit Fall Festival Sponsor | $1,500 | Dubuque, IA, US | Community Improvement | 2023 |
| Mercyone Dubuque Foundation | $22,500 | Dubuque, IA, US | Community Improvement | 2023 |
| Nicc Golf Outing Raffle Items | $720 | Dubuque, IA, US | Community Improvement | 2023 |
| Nicc Golf Outing Sponsor | $2,500 | Peosta, IA, US | Community Improvement | 2023 |
| Opening Doors - Attitude Of Gratitude Support | $2,500 | Dubuque, IA, US | Community Improvement | 2023 |
| Steeple Square | $2,000 | Dubuque, IA, US | Community Improvement | 2023 |
| Two By Two Character Development | $1,000 | Dubuque, IA, US | Community Improvement | 2023 |
| Boys And Girls Club Of Greater Dubuque | $1,100 | Dubuque, IA, US | Community Improvement | 2022 |
| Clarke Golf Sponsor | $1,200 | Dubuque, IA, US | Community Improvement | 2022 |
| Dubuque Montessori School | $2,500 | Dubuque, IA, US | Community Improvement | 2022 |
| Dubuque Regional Humane Society | $1,000 | Dubuque, IA, US | Community Improvement | 2022 |
| Gddc River Valley Initiative Fund | $3,000 | Dubuque, IA, US | Community Improvement | 2022 |
| Grand Opera House | $600 | Dubuque, IA, US | Community Improvement | 2022 |
| Holy Family Catholic Schools | $30,000 | Dubuque, IA, US | Community Improvement | 2022 |
| Holy Spirit Fall Festival Sponsor | $1,500 | Dubuque, IA, US | Community Improvement | 2022 |
| Marshall Elementary | $250 | Dubuque, IA, US | Community Improvement | 2022 |
| Mercyone Dubuque Foundation | $20,000 | Dubuque, IA, US | Community Improvement | 2022 |
| Nicc Golf Outing Raffle Items - Gift Cards | $720 | Peosta, IA, US | Community Improvement | 2022 |
| Nicc Golf Outing Sponsor | $2,500 | Peosta, IA, US | Community Improvement | 2022 |
| Northeast Iowa Community College Peosta Foundation | $10,000 | Peosta, IA, US | Community Improvement | 2022 |
| Opening Doors - Attitude Of Gratitude Support | $2,500 | Dubuque, IA, US | Community Improvement | 2022 |
| Steeple Square | $5,000 | Dubuque, IA, US | Community Improvement | 2022 |
| Two By Two Character Development | $1,000 | Dubuque, IA, US | Community Improvement | 2022 |
| Ud Golf Sponsor | $600 | Peosta, IA, US | Community Improvement | 2022 |
| Boys And Girls Club Of Greater Dubuque | $1,100 | Dubuque, IA, US | Community Improvement | 2022 |
| Clarke Golf Sponsor | $1,200 | Dubuque, IA, US | Community Improvement | 2022 |
| Dubuque Montessori School | $2,500 | Dubuque, IA, US | Community Improvement | 2022 |
| Dubuque Regional Humane Society | $1,000 | Dubuque, IA, US | Community Improvement | 2022 |
| Gddc River Valley Initiative Fund | $3,000 | Dubuque, IA, US | Community Improvement | 2022 |
| Grand Opera House | $600 | Dubuque, IA, US | Community Improvement | 2022 |
| Holy Family Catholic Schools | $30,000 | Dubuque, IA, US | Community Improvement | 2022 |
| Holy Spirit Fall Festival Sponsor | $1,500 | Dubuque, IA, US | Community Improvement | 2022 |
| Marshall Elementary | $250 | Dubuque, IA, US | Community Improvement | 2022 |
| Mercyone Dubuque Foundation | $20,000 | Dubuque, IA, US | Community Improvement | 2022 |
| Nicc Golf Outing Raffle Items - Gift Cards | $720 | Peosta, IA, US | Community Improvement | 2022 |
| Nicc Golf Outing Sponsor | $2,500 | Peosta, IA, US | Community Improvement | 2022 |
| Northeast Iowa Community College Peosta Foundation | $10,000 | Peosta, IA, US | Community Improvement | 2022 |
| Opening Doors - Attitude Of Gratitude Support | $2,500 | Dubuque, IA, US | Community Improvement | 2022 |
| Steeple Square | $5,000 | Dubuque, IA, US | Community Improvement | 2022 |
| Two By Two Character Development | $1,000 | Dubuque, IA, US | Community Improvement | 2022 |
| Ud Golf Sponsor | $600 | Peosta, IA, US | Community Improvement | 2022 |
| Boys And Girls Club Of Greater Dubuque | $1,100 | Dubuque, IA, US | Community Improvement | 2022 |
| Clarke Golf Sponsor | $1,200 | Dubuque, IA, US | Community Improvement | 2022 |
| Dubuque Montessori School | $2,500 | Dubuque, IA, US | Community Improvement | 2022 |
| Dubuque Regional Humane Society | $1,000 | Dubuque, IA, US | Community Improvement | 2022 |
| Gddc River Valley Initiative Fund | $3,000 | Dubuque, IA, US | Community Improvement | 2022 |
| Grand Opera House | $600 | Dubuque, IA, US | Community Improvement | 2022 |
| Holy Family Catholic Schools | $30,000 | Dubuque, IA, US | Community Improvement | 2022 |
| Holy Spirit Fall Festival Sponsor | $1,500 | Dubuque, IA, US | Community Improvement | 2022 |
| Marshall Elementary | $250 | Dubuque, IA, US | Community Improvement | 2022 |
| Mercyone Dubuque Foundation | $20,000 | Dubuque, IA, US | Community Improvement | 2022 |
| Nicc Golf Outing Raffle Items - Gift Cards | $720 | Peosta, IA, US | Community Improvement | 2022 |
| Nicc Golf Outing Sponsor | $2,500 | Peosta, IA, US | Community Improvement | 2022 |
| Northeast Iowa Community College Peosta Foundation | $10,000 | Peosta, IA, US | Community Improvement | 2022 |
| Opening Doors - Attitude Of Gratitude Support | $2,500 | Dubuque, IA, US | Community Improvement | 2022 |
| Steeple Square | $5,000 | Dubuque, IA, US | Community Improvement | 2022 |
| Two By Two Character Development | $1,000 | Dubuque, IA, US | Community Improvement | 2022 |
| Ud Golf Sponsor | $600 | Peosta, IA, US | Community Improvement | 2022 |
| Boys And Girls Club Of Greater Dubuque | $900 | Dubuque, IA, US | Community Improvement | 2021 |
| Clarke Golf Sponsor | $1,200 | Dubuque, IA, US | Community Improvement | 2021 |
| Dubuque Montessori School | $2,500 | Dubuque, IA, US | Community Improvement | 2021 |
| Dubuque Museum Of Art | $750 | Dubuque, IA, US | Community Improvement | 2021 |
| Dubuque Regional Humane Society | $1,000 | Dubuque, IA, US | Community Improvement | 2021 |
| Grand Opera House | $500 | Dubuque, IA, US | Community Improvement | 2021 |
| Holy Family Catholic Schools | $37,500 | Dubuque, IA, US | Community Improvement | 2021 |
| Loras College | $24,500 | Dubuque, IA, US | Community Improvement | 2021 |
| Mercyone Dubuque Foundation | $22,500 | Dubuque, IA, US | Community Improvement | 2021 |
| Nicc Golf Outing Raffle Items - Gift Cards | $720 | Peosta, IA, US | Community Improvement | 2021 |
| Nicc Golf Outing Sponsor | $2,500 | Peosta, IA, US | Community Improvement | 2021 |
| Northeast Iowa Community College Peosta Foundation | $10,000 | Peosta, IA, US | Community Improvement | 2021 |
| Opening Doors - Attitude Of Gratitude Support | $2,500 | Dubuque, IA, US | Community Improvement | 2021 |
| Resurrection Capital Campaign | $50,000 | Dubuque, IA, US | Community Improvement | 2021 |
| Steeple Square | $3,000 | Dubuque, IA, US | Community Improvement | 2021 |
| Two By Two Character Development | $1,000 | Dubuque, IA, US | Community Improvement | 2021 |
| Ud Golf Sponsor | $600 | Peosta, IA, US | Community Improvement | 2021 |
| University Of Wisconsin Platteville | $25,000 | Platteville, WI, US | Community Improvement | 2021 |
| Boys And Girls Club Of Greater Dubuque | $3,400 | Dubuque, IA, US | Community Improvement | 2020 |
| Dubuque Museum Of Art | $750 | Dubuque, IA, US | Community Improvement | 2020 |
| Dubuque Regional Humane Society | $1,000 | Dubuque, IA, US | Community Improvement | 2020 |
| East Dubuque District Library Foundation | $1,000 | East Dubuque, IL, US | Community Improvement | 2020 |
| Holy Family Catholic Schools | $7,500 | Dubuque, IA, US | Community Improvement | 2020 |
| Loras College | $24,500 | Dubuque, IA, US | Community Improvement | 2020 |
| Make-a-wish Iowa | $2,500 | Urbandale, IA, US | Community Improvement | 2020 |
| Mercyone Dubuque Foundation | $22,500 | Dubuque, IA, US | Community Improvement | 2020 |
| Miracle League Of Dubuque | $45,000 | Dubuque, IA, US | Community Improvement | 2020 |
| Mt Pleasant Home - Walk-in Coolerfreezer Donation | $1,000 | Dubuque, IA, US | Community Improvement | 2020 |
| Northeast Iowa Community College Pesota Foundation | $10,000 | Pesota, IA, US | Community Improvement | 2020 |
| Northeast Iowa Community College | $2,500 | Dubuque, IA, US | Community Improvement | 2020 |
| Opening Doors - Attitude Of Gratitude Support | $2,500 | Dubuque, IA, US | Community Improvement | 2020 |
| Steeple Square | $3,000 | Dubuque, IA, US | Community Improvement | 2020 |
| Two By Two Character Development | $750 | Dubuque, IA, US | Community Improvement | 2020 |
| University Of Dubuque | $1,000 | Dubuque, IA, US | Community Improvement | 2020 |
| University Of Wisconsin Platteville | $25,000 | Platteville, WI, US | Community Improvement | 2020 |
| Boys And Girls Club Of Greater Dubuque | $2,500 | Dubuque, IA, US | Community Improvement | 2018 |
| Dubuque Mercy Health Foundation | $2,500 | Dubuque, IA, US | Community Improvement | 2018 |
| Dubuque Regional Humane Society | $1,000 | Dubuque, IA, US | Community Improvement | 2018 |
| Grand Opera House | $425 | Dubuque, IA, US | Community Improvement | 2018 |
| Holy Family Catholic Schools Soaring Campaign | $30,000 | Dubuque, IA, US | Community Improvement | 2018 |
| Make-a-wish Iowa | $2,500 | Urbandale, IA, US | Community Improvement | 2018 |
| Mary's Inn - Denim & Lace Gala | $500 | Dubuque, IA, US | Community Improvement | 2018 |
| Menominee Il Ballpark Playground Fund | $1,000 | East Dubuque, IL, US | Community Improvement | 2018 |
| Miracle League Of Dubuque | $15,000 | Dubuque, IA, US | Community Improvement | 2018 |
| Northeast Iowa Community College Pesota Foundation | $15,400 | Pesota, IA, US | Community Improvement | 2018 |
| Steeple Square | $3,000 | Dubuque, IA, US | Community Improvement | 2018 |
| Tri-state Mountain Bike Riders | $10,000 | Dubuque, IA, US | Community Improvement | 2018 |
| United Way Of Dubuque | $550 | Dubuque, IA, US | Community Improvement | 2018 |
| University Of Wisconsin Platteville | $25,000 | Platteville, WI, US | Community Improvement | 2018 |
| Children's Miracle Network | $200 | Iowa City, IA, US | Community Improvement | 2017 |
| Clarke University | $10,000 | Dubuque, IA, US | Community Improvement | 2017 |
| Grand Opera House | $250 | Dubuque, IA, US | Community Improvement | 2017 |
| Holy Family Catholic Schools Soaring Campaign | $30,000 | Dubuque, IA, US | Community Improvement | 2017 |
| Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation | $400 | Cedar Rapids, IA, US | Community Improvement | 2017 |
| Northeast Iowa Community College Pesota Foundation | $22,500 | Pesota, IA, US | Community Improvement | 2017 |
| United Way Of Dubuque | $1,110 | Dubuque, IA, US | Community Improvement | 2017 |
| University Of Wisconsin Platteville | $25,000 | Platteville, WI, US | Community Improvement | 2017 |
| Clarke University | $10,000 | Dubuque, IA, US | Community Improvement | 2016 |
| Dubuque Community Ice & Recreation Center | $13,000 | Dubuque, IA, US | Community Improvement | 2016 |
| Grand Opera House | $250 | Dubuque, IA, US | Community Improvement | 2016 |
| Holy Family Catholic Schools Soaring Campaign | $30,000 | Dubuque, IA, US | Community Improvement | 2016 |
| Hospice Of Dubuque | $1,285 | Dubuque, IA, US | Community Improvement | 2016 |
| Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation | $550 | Cedar Rapids, IA, US | Community Improvement | 2016 |
| Loras College | $5,000 | Dubuque, IA, US | Community Improvement | 2016 |
| Northeast Iowa Community College Pesota Foundation | $22,500 | Pesota, IA, US | Community Improvement | 2016 |
| United Way Of Dubuque | $1,432 | Dubuque, IA, US | Community Improvement | 2016 |
| University Of Dubuque Community Partnership | $1,000 | Dubuque, IA, US | Community Improvement | 2016 |
| University Of Wisconsin Platteville | $25,000 | Platteville, WI, US | Community Improvement | 2016 |
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| EIN | 42-6487703 |
| Website | N/A |
| Address | 10537 ROUTE 3 Dubuque, IA 52001-8905 |
Key People (2)
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| Trustee | [object Object] |
|---|---|
| Trustee | Michael Gantz |
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