B D Charitable Trust | Foundation Profile
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EIN: 45-6921240
Foundation Overview
Based in Newton, IA, B D Charitable Trust has awarded 142 grants totaling $1,347,156 to organizations in Iowa, Tennessee and 6 other states across the US. Individual grants range from $100 to $200,000, with a median award of $3,000.
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New Applicant Friendliness
8 of 22 recipients (36%) were new grantees. Foundation maintains loyal partnerships while remaining open to qualified new applicants with strong proposals.
Geographic Focus
82% 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 Newton (64%), Des Moines (12%), Iowa City (9%).
Funding Trajectory
Strong 186% growth in annual giving over 7 years indicates expanding philanthropic capacity and increasing opportunities for grant seekers. This upward trajectory suggests growing foundation resources and commitment.
Program Areas
Diversified giving across multiple program areas with primary emphasis on community projects (45%). This broad approach suggests openness to various causes and innovative cross-sector solutions.
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Grants & Funding
Analyzing past grantees provides valuable insights into B D 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bible Missionary Church | $1,000 | Newton, IA, US | Chrisitan Education | 2023 |
| First Presbyterian Church | $5,000 | Newton, IA, US | Community Support | 2023 |
| I Club Foundation | $2,500 | Iowa City, IA, US | Supporting The Advancement Of Student Athletes | 2023 |
| Iowa State Fair | $37,604 | Des Moines, IA, US | Community Support | 2023 |
| Jasper County Ag Society | $2,500 | Colfax, IA, US | Community Support | 2023 |
| Knoxville Church Of The Nazarene | $500 | Knoxville, IA, US | Medical Mission Work | 2023 |
| Newton Main Street | $200,000 | Newton, IA, US | Community Support | 2023 |
| Outdoors Without Boundaries | $4,000 | Newton, IA, US | Support For Persons With Disabilities | 2023 |
| Pheasants Forever | $1,700 | St Paul, MN, US | Conservation Of Pheasants, Quail & Other Wildlife | 2023 |
| Project Awake | $2,500 | Newton, IA, US | Community Betterment | 2023 |
| Rotary | $1,000 | Chicago, IL, US | Create A World Where People Unite And Take Action To Create Lasting Change - Across The Globe, And In The Community. | 2023 |
| Bible Missionary Church | $1,000 | Newton, IA, US | Chrisitan Education | 2023 |
| First Presbyterian Church | $5,000 | Newton, IA, US | Community Support | 2023 |
| I Club Foundation | $2,500 | Iowa City, IA, US | Supporting The Advancement Of Student Athletes | 2023 |
| Iowa State Fair | $37,604 | Des Moines, IA, US | Community Support | 2023 |
| Jasper County Ag Society | $2,500 | Colfax, IA, US | Community Support | 2023 |
| Knoxville Church Of The Nazarene | $500 | Knoxville, IA, US | Medical Mission Work | 2023 |
| Newton Main Street | $200,000 | Newton, IA, US | Community Support | 2023 |
| Outdoors Without Boundaries | $4,000 | Newton, IA, US | Support For Persons With Disabilities | 2023 |
| Pheasants Forever | $1,700 | St Paul, MN, US | Conservation Of Pheasants, Quail & Other Wildlife | 2023 |
| Project Awake | $2,500 | Newton, IA, US | Community Betterment | 2023 |
| Rotary | $1,000 | Chicago, IL, US | Create A World Where People Unite And Take Action To Create Lasting Change - Across The Globe, And In The Community. | 2023 |
| American Legion Post Iii | $7,000 | Newton, IA, US | Community Support | 2022 |
| Celebrate Life Church | $1,500 | Knoxville, IA, US | Commmunity Support | 2022 |
| Ducks Unlimited | $1,200 | Memphis, TN, US | Wetlands & Waterfowl Conservation | 2022 |
| First Presbyterian Church | $5,000 | Newton, IA, US | Community Support | 2022 |
| I Club | $2,500 | Iowa City, IA, US | Supporting The Advancement Of Student Athletes | 2022 |
| Iowa State Fair | $29,166 | Des Moines, IA, US | Community Support | 2022 |
| Jasper Co Historical Society | $5,000 | Newton, IA, US | Collecting, Preserving & Exhibiting Agricultural, Commercial, Industrial & Societal History | 2022 |
| Jasper Community Foundation | $5,000 | Newton, IA, US | Community Support | 2022 |
| Jasper County Ag Society | $3,000 | Colfax, IA, US | Community Support | 2022 |
| Newton Community Education Foundation | $9,000 | Newton, IA, US | Fund School Projects Through Grants Within The Newton Community School District | 2022 |
| Newton Main Street | $5,000 | Newton, IA, US | Community Support | 2022 |
| Pheasants Forever | $4,750 | St Paul, MN, US | Conservation Of Pheasants, Quail & Other Wildlife | 2022 |
| Rotary | $1,000 | Chicago, IL, US | Create A World Where People Unite And Take Action To Create Lasting Change - Across The Globe, And In The Community. | 2022 |
| American Legion Post Iii | $7,000 | Newton, IA, US | Community Support | 2022 |
| Celebrate Life Church | $1,500 | Knoxville, IA, US | Commmunity Support | 2022 |
| Ducks Unlimited | $1,200 | Memphis, TN, US | Wetlands & Waterfowl Conservation | 2022 |
| First Presbyterian Church | $5,000 | Newton, IA, US | Community Support | 2022 |
| I Club | $2,500 | Iowa City, IA, US | Supporting The Advancement Of Student Athletes | 2022 |
| Iowa State Fair | $29,166 | Des Moines, IA, US | Community Support | 2022 |
| Jasper Co Historical Society | $5,000 | Newton, IA, US | Collecting, Preserving & Exhibiting Agricultural, Commercial, Industrial & Societal History | 2022 |
| Jasper Community Foundation | $5,000 | Newton, IA, US | Community Support | 2022 |
| Jasper County Ag Society | $3,000 | Colfax, IA, US | Community Support | 2022 |
| Newton Community Education Foundation | $9,000 | Newton, IA, US | Fund School Projects Through Grants Within The Newton Community School District | 2022 |
| Newton Main Street | $5,000 | Newton, IA, US | Community Support | 2022 |
| Pheasants Forever | $4,750 | St Paul, MN, US | Conservation Of Pheasants, Quail & Other Wildlife | 2022 |
| Rotary | $1,000 | Chicago, IL, US | Create A World Where People Unite And Take Action To Create Lasting Change - Across The Globe, And In The Community. | 2022 |
| American Legion Post Iii | $7,000 | Newton, IA, US | Community Support | 2022 |
| Celebrate Life Church | $1,500 | Knoxville, IA, US | Commmunity Support | 2022 |
| Ducks Unlimited | $1,200 | Memphis, TN, US | Wetlands & Waterfowl Conservation | 2022 |
| First Presbyterian Church | $5,000 | Newton, IA, US | Community Support | 2022 |
| I Club | $2,500 | Iowa City, IA, US | Supporting The Advancement Of Student Athletes | 2022 |
| Iowa State Fair | $29,166 | Des Moines, IA, US | Community Support | 2022 |
| Jasper Co Historical Society | $5,000 | Newton, IA, US | Collecting, Preserving & Exhibiting Agricultural, Commercial, Industrial & Societal History | 2022 |
| Jasper Community Foundation | $5,000 | Newton, IA, US | Community Support | 2022 |
| Jasper County Ag Society | $3,000 | Colfax, IA, US | Community Support | 2022 |
| Newton Community Education Foundation | $9,000 | Newton, IA, US | Fund School Projects Through Grants Within The Newton Community School District | 2022 |
| Newton Main Street | $5,000 | Newton, IA, US | Community Support | 2022 |
| Pheasants Forever | $4,750 | St Paul, MN, US | Conservation Of Pheasants, Quail & Other Wildlife | 2022 |
| Rotary | $1,000 | Chicago, IL, US | Create A World Where People Unite And Take Action To Create Lasting Change - Across The Globe, And In The Community. | 2022 |
| American Legion Post Iii | $10,000 | Newton, IA, US | Community Support | 2021 |
| Celebrate Life Church | $3,000 | Knoxville, IA, US | Commmunity Support | 2021 |
| Centre For Arts And Artists | $5,000 | Newton, IA, US | Community Support | 2021 |
| Ducks Unlimited | $2,500 | Memphis, TN, US | Wetlands & Waterfowl Conservation | 2021 |
| First Presbyterian Church | $7,500 | Newton, IA, US | Community Support | 2021 |
| Iowa Foundation For Ag Advancement | $2,500 | Des Moines, IA, US | Community Support | 2021 |
| Iowa State Fair | $34,175 | Des Moines, IA, US | Community Support | 2021 |
| Jasper Community Foundation | $12,500 | Newton, IA, US | Community Support | 2021 |
| Jasper County Ag Society | $2,500 | Colfax, IA, US | Community Support | 2021 |
| Jasper County Extension Quilts Of Valor | $1,000 | Newton, IA, US | National Military Support | 2021 |
| Mercy Foundation | $1,200 | Des Moines, IA, US | Support For Individuals With Critical Health Needs | 2021 |
| Newton Main Street | $1,500 | Newton, IA, US | Community Support | 2021 |
| Newton Masonic Lodge #59 | $5,000 | Newton, IA, US | Community Support | 2021 |
| Pheasants Forever | $750 | St Paul, MN, US | Conservation Of Pheasants, Quail & Other Wildlife | 2021 |
| Amboy Grange | $250 | Kellogg, IA, US | Community Support | 2020 |
| American Legion Post Iii | $500 | Newton, IA, US | Community Support | 2020 |
| Central Iowa Outdoors Without Boundaries | $2,500 | Newton, IA, US | Community Support - Helping Disabled People Get Into The Outdoors | 2020 |
| Discover Hope | $100 | Newton, IA, US | Community Support | 2020 |
| Ducks Unlimited | $2,000 | Memphis, TN, US | Wetlands & Waterfowl Conservation | 2020 |
| First Presbyterian Church | $2,500 | Newton, IA, US | Community Support | 2020 |
| Iowa State Fair | $1,575 | Des Moines, IA, US | Community Support | 2020 |
| Newton Main Street | $10,000 | Newton, IA, US | Community Support | 2020 |
| Operation Underground Rr | $800 | Anaheim, CA, US | National Support | 2020 |
| Pheasants Forever | $600 | St Paul, MN, US | Conservation Of Pheasants, Quail & Other Wildlife | 2020 |
| University Of Iowa | $5,000 | Iowa City, IA, US | College Support | 2020 |
| Central Iowa Outdoors Without Boundaries | $500 | Newton, IA, US | Community Support - Helping Disabled People Get Into The Outdoors | 2019 |
| Ducks Unlimited | $1,500 | Memphis, TN, US | Wetlands & Waterfowl Conservation | 2019 |
| First Presbyterian Church | $5,000 | Newton, IA, US | Community Support | 2019 |
| Food Bank Of Iowa | $6,000 | Des Moines, IA, US | Community Support | 2019 |
| Iowa State Fair Blue Ribbon Foundation | $10,575 | Des Moines, IA, US | Community Support | 2019 |
| Jasper County Animal Rescue League | $300 | Newton, IA, US | Community Support | 2019 |
| Jasper County Community Foundation | $10,000 | Newton, IA, US | Community Support | 2019 |
| Jasper County Conservation | $2,500 | Newton, IA, US | Conservation | 2019 |
| Mercy One | $25,000 | Newton, IA, US | Hospital Support | 2019 |
| Newton Main Street | $1,000 | Newton, IA, US | Community Support | 2019 |
| Pheasants Forever | $500 | St Paul, MN, US | Conservation Of Pheasants, Quail & Other Wildlife | 2019 |
| Progress Industries | $5,100 | Newton, IA, US | Community Support | 2019 |
| Rotary International | $1,500 | Evanston, IL, US | Community Betterment | 2019 |
| University Of Iowa | $5,000 | Iowa City, IA, US | College Support | 2019 |
| American Legion Post 111 | $3,000 | Newton, IA, US | Veterans Support | 2018 |
| Blue Ribbon Foundation | $116,525 | Des Moines, IA, US | Renovation And Preservation Of Iowa State Fairgrounds | 2018 |
| Center For Arts & Artists | $5,000 | Newton, IA, US | Community Support | 2018 |
| Central Iowa Outdoors Without Boundaries | $5,000 | Newton, IA, US | Community Support - Helping Disabled People Get Into The Outdoors | 2018 |
| Ducks Unlimited | $2,000 | Memphis, TN, US | Wetlands & Waterfowl Conservation | 2018 |
| First Presbyterian Church | $2,000 | Newton, IA, US | Community Support | 2018 |
| Iowa Ag Literacy Foundation | $1,000 | West Des Moines, IA, US | Educate Iowans On Significance Of Agriculture | 2018 |
| Jasper County Historical Society | $1,000 | Newton, IA, US | Community Support | 2018 |
| Knoxville Fire Department | $250 | Knoxville, IA, US | Community Support | 2018 |
| Newton Community Theater | $2,500 | Newton, IA, US | Community Support | 2018 |
| Newton Rotary Foundation | $500 | Newton, IA, US | Community Betterment | 2018 |
| Project Awake | $1,000 | Newton, IA, US | Community Betterment | 2018 |
| Skiff Hospital Foundation | $2,500 | Newton, IA, US | Hospital Support | 2018 |
| University Of Iowa Foundation | $6,000 | Iowa City, IA, US | College Foundation | 2018 |
| American Legion Post 111 | $3,500 | Newton, IA, US | Veterans Support | 2017 |
| Blue Ribbon Foundation | $116,500 | Des Moines, IA, US | Renovation And Preservation Of Iowa State Fairgrounds | 2017 |
| Newton Convention Bureau | $1,000 | Newton, IA, US | Community Betterment And Support | 2017 |
| Central College | $7,000 | Pella, IA, US | Scholarship Support | 2017 |
| Newton High School | $5,000 | Newton, IA, US | Activity Support | 2017 |
| Pure Charity | $6,500 | Bentonville, AR, US | Non-profit Tech Support | 2017 |
| 2nd Assist | $5,000 | Newton, IA, US | Disabled Child Support | 2017 |
| Childrens Tumor Foundation | $1,000 | New York, NY, US | Children With Health Issue Support | 2017 |
| Newton Main St Foundation | $3,000 | Newton, IA, US | Community Betterment | 2017 |
| Newton Fire Dept | $10,000 | Newton, IA, US | Equipment Support | 2017 |
| Project Awake | $1,000 | Newton, IA, US | Community Betterment | 2017 |
| Days For Girls | $500 | Newton, IA, US | Community Support | 2017 |
| Skiff Medical Center Auxiliary | $1,500 | Newton, IA, US | Hospital Support | 2017 |
| University Of Iowa Foundation | $3,750 | Iowa City, IA, US | College Foundation | 2017 |
| Jasper Co Historical Museum | $5,000 | Kellogg, IA, US | Historical Preservation Support | 2016 |
| American Legion Post 111 | $14,750 | Newton, IA, US | Veterans Support | 2016 |
| Make A Wish Foundation | $2,200 | Urbandale, IA, US | Children With Health Issue Support | 2016 |
| Blue Ribbon Foundation | $15,000 | Des Moines, IA, US | Renovation And Preservation Of Iowa State Fairgrounds | 2016 |
| Boy Scouts Troop #354 | $2,500 | Newton, IA, US | Children's Education | 2016 |
| Dallas Children's Foundation | $2,500 | Dallas, TX, US | Children's Hospitals | 2016 |
| Newton Rotary Foundation | $20,000 | Newton, IA, US | Community Betterment | 2016 |
| Outdoors With Boundaries | $5,000 | Newton, IA, US | Community Betterment | 2016 |
| Salvation Army | $500 | Newton, IA, US | Community Support | 2016 |
| Progress Industries | $5,000 | Newton, IA, US | Disability Support | 2016 |
| Jasper Co Animal Rescue League | $500 | Newton, IA, US | Animal Shelter | 2016 |
| Jasper Community Foundation | $12,500 | Newton, IA, US | Community Betterment | 2016 |
| Skiff Medical Center Auxiliary | $2,300 | Newton, IA, US | Hospital Support | 2016 |
| University Of Iowa Foundation | $2,500 | Iowa City, IA, US | College Foundation | 2016 |
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Contact Information
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| EIN | 45-6921240 |
| Website | N/A |
| Address | 915 S 5TH AVE W Newton, IA 50208-4649 |
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| Trustee | Bret Doerring |
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Forms 990-PF
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