Aging Resources of Central Iowa
Aging Resources of Central Iowa is a Des Moines, Iowa–based public charity that supports older adults, adults with disabilities, caregivers, and families through information, guidance, and services intended to promote dignity and independence. Its website identifies its service area as Boone, Dallas, Jasper, Madison, Marion, Polk, Story, and Warren Counties.
Aging Resources of Central Iowa at a glance
In short: Aging Resources of Central Iowa gave $2.3M across 16 grants in 2025 (avg $144K), mostly in Iowa. 6% of 2025 grantees were new. Source: 2025 IRS Form 990.
- Annual giving (2025)
- $2,304,661
- -21.5% vs 2024
- Grants made (2025)
- 16
- -23.8% vs 2024
- Average grant
- $144,041
- +3.1% vs 2024
- Median grant
- $90,328
- Total assets
- $2,488,688
- +13.4% vs 2024
- New grantees (estimate)
- 6% first-time grantees (1 of 16, 2025; small sample)
- Primary geography
- Iowa (100% of itemized 2025 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990, 2025 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990, 2025; updated September 2026. New grantees are estimated by matching recipient names across years (methodology).
How to apply to Aging Resources of Central Iowa
- Contact
Mailing address: 5835 Grand Avenue Suite 106, Des Moines, IA 50312-1444
Phone: (515) 633-9510
Website: https://agingresources.com
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who Aging Resources of Central Iowa funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2025
The largest 2025 recipient was Polk County Iowa ($650K). Together the top 10 received $2.1M.
Grant Size Distribution
106 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was in the $100–250K range: 38 grants of 106 (36%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The organization’s website lists Boone, Dallas, Jasper, Madison, Marion, Polk, Story, and Warren Counties as its service area. All 2025 grant dollars went to recipients in Iowa.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2025 grant dollars across all 16 itemized grants.
States
Cities
Is Aging Resources of Central Iowa open to new grantees?
6%
first-time grantees, 2025
In 2025, 1 of 16 grantees (6%) were first-time recipients. With only 16 grantees, that is a small sample: one grantee more or less moves the share by about 6 points. First grants averaged $5K; repeat grants $153K. How we count
Medians: $5K first-time, $93K repeat.
Estimate from itemized grant lists in IRS Form 990 filings (2021–2025). Recipient names are matched across years, so a renamed or misspelled grantee can look new; grants to individuals are left out. Methodology.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2021 to 2025, annual grant giving ranged from $2.3M (2025) to $3.1M (2023). In 2025 it made 16 grants totaling $2.3M.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Polk County Iowa Des Moines, IA | Meals, Transit, Outreach | $649,986 |
| Wesley Community Services Johnston, IA | Meals, Respite | $340,393 |
| Hirta Public Transit Urbandale, IA | Transportation | $228,422 |
| Jasper County Iowa Newton, IA | MEALS | $190,701 |
| Madison County Elder Services Winterset, IA | MEALS | $184,626 |
| Warren County Iowa Indianola, IA | Meals, Homemaker | $157,790 |
| Rebuilding Together Des Moines Des Moines, IA | Chore, Home Repair | $107,668 |
| Heartland Senior Services Ames, IA | Meals, Respite | $93,487 |
| Knoxville Senior Citizens Knoxville, IA | MEALS | $87,168 |
| Iowa Legal Aid Des Moines, IA | Legal Services | $86,867 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Net Investment Income |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,488,688 | $5,535,366 | $5,484,114 | $2,304,661 | 16 | $55,826 |
| 2024 | $2,194,903 | $6,102,074 | $6,068,226 | $2,934,446 | 21 | $30,746 |
| 2023 | $2,073,020 | $6,120,536 | $6,115,331 | $3,093,889 | 25 | $15,572 |
| 2022 | $1,430,040 | $5,844,450 | $5,843,039 | $2,955,068 | 23 | $1,052 |
| 2021 | $1,507,891 | $5,359,650 | $5,373,772 | $2,777,190 | 21 | $694 |
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated September 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
The organization’s mission, as stated in its 2024 filing, is to “lead, advocate, and serve” and to plan and coordinate services for older people in Central Iowa, their families, caregivers, and representatives, enabling older adults to lead independent, meaningful, and dignified lives in the least restrictive environment.
Its website describes services such as information and guidance, educational programs, caregiver support, and elder-abuse prevention and awareness. The organization’s 2025 grants included support for meals, transportation, respite, homemaking, home repair, chore services, outreach, and legal services. Its 2024 filing also reports agency programs in nutrition and health promotion, services to promote independence, and information and service assistance. These reported program activities are services of the organization, not grants to outside applicants.
Grantees’ own mission statements illustrate the kinds of organizations receiving support. Wesley Community Services says it provides in-home supportive assistance to older adults and people with low incomes, supporting independence and an active lifestyle. Heartland Senior Services says it offers life-enriching opportunities for older adults and supports their families and caregivers. Iowa Legal Aid says it provides free legal help to protect housing, safety, and income and to empower people to build stable, independent lives.
Grantmaking
In 2025, Aging Resources reported 16 grants totaling $2,304,661. Grant amounts ranged from $5,112 to $649,986, with a median grant of $90,328. Notable awards included $649,986 to Polk County, Iowa, for meals, transit, and outreach; $340,393 to Wesley Community Services for meals and respite; $228,422 to HIRTA Public Transit for transportation; and $190,701 to Jasper County, Iowa, for meals. Other listed recipients included Madison County Elder Services ($184,626), Warren County, Iowa ($157,790), Rebuilding Together Des Moines ($107,668), Heartland Senior Services ($93,487), Knoxville Senior Citizens ($87,168), Iowa Legal Aid ($86,867), Boone County Hospital ($73,421), and Perry Lutheran Home ($71,150).
The 2024 filing describes a contractor selection process using a detailed request for proposals on a two-year cycle. The Grants and Planning Committee reviews applications and makes recommendations to the Advisory Council; the Advisory Council reviews the process and recommendations and forwards its recommendations to the board, which makes final contract-award decisions. The filing states that contractors submit monthly program and fiscal reports for review before grant payments, and that formal on-site monitoring occurs each fiscal year.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2025 filing lists Linda Westergaard as chair, Doug Cupples as vice chair, Kim Chapman as secretary, and Crystal McIntyre as treasurer. Directors listed are Steve Van Oort, Don Corrigan, Diane Fitch, Scott Armstrong, Pamela Myers, and Rachel Cecil.
Aging Resources of Central Iowa is led by Joel Olah, Executive Director on every filing since 2021; 2 of 19 officers listed in 2025 are compensated.
Officers on the 2025 filing
Joel Olah
Executive Director
On filings since 2021
40 hrs/week
$106K (2021) → $136K (2025)
Linda Westergaard
Chair
Secretary → Vice Chair, 2022
Vice Chair → Chair, 2024
On filings since 2021
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Lester Bascom
Fiscal Director
On filings since 2021
40 hrs/week
$81K (2021) → $108K (2025)
C. Jean Laverty
Director
On filings since 2021
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Don Corrigan
Director
Director → Secretary, 2022
Secretary → Director, 2024
On filings since 2021
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Kylon Schmitt
Director
On filings since 2021
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Lisa Heddens
Director
On filings since 2021
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Pamela Myers
Director
On filings since 2021
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Steve Van Oort
Director
Vice Chair → Chair, 2022
Chair → Director, 2024
On filings since 2021
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Rachel Cecil
Director
On filings since 2023
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Evonne Fitzgerald
Director
On filings since 2024
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Kisha Jahner
Director
On filings since 2024
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Scott Armstrong
Director
On filings since 2024
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Sherry James
Director
On filings since 2024
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Angela Connolly
Director
New on the 2025 filing
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Diane Fitch
Director
New on the 2025 filing
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Crystal McIntyre
Treasurer
Chair → Treasurer, 2022
On filings since 2021
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Kim Chapman
Secretary
Director → Secretary, 2025
On filings since 2021
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Doug Cupples
Vice Chair
On filings since 2024
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (8)
- Former: Phil Clifton (2021–2024) — Treasurer
- Former: Robert Mahaffey (2021–2024) — Director
- Former: Mark Snell (2023–2024) — Director
- Former: Mark Raymie (2021–2023) — Director
- Former: Nancy Nichols (2021–2023) — Director
- Former: Ron Jome (2021–2023) — Director
- Former: Ron Smith (2021–2023) — Director
- Former: Denny Carpenter (2021–2022) — Director
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2021–2025. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Compensation Overview
From 2025 IRS filing
The highest reported compensation on the 2025 filing was $136K, to Joel Olah (Executive Director). 2 officers or directors reported compensation on that filing.
Frequently asked questions about Aging Resources of Central Iowa
How much does Aging Resources of Central Iowa give each year?
Aging Resources of Central Iowa gave $2.3M across 16 grants in 2025, according to its 2025 IRS Form 990. In 2024 it gave $2.9M across 21 grants.
What is Aging Resources of Central Iowa's typical grant size?
Aging Resources of Central Iowa's median grant in 2025 was $90,328, and its average grant was $144,041, across 16 grants on its 2025 IRS Form 990. Organizations receiving their first grant from Aging Resources of Central Iowa that year got $5K on average.
Where does Aging Resources of Central Iowa give grants?
Aging Resources of Central Iowa gives mostly in Iowa: 100% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2025 IRS Form 990 went to recipients there. The most frequent recipient cities were Des Moines, IA (5 grants) and Ames, IA (2 grants).
Does Aging Resources of Central Iowa give general operating support?
Not in 2025: none of the 16 grants with a stated purpose on Aging Resources of Central Iowa's 2025 IRS Form 990 were described as general or operating support. Recurring purposes include "Meals" (4 grants).
Who are Aging Resources of Central Iowa's largest grantees?
Aging Resources of Central Iowa's largest 2025 grantees include Polk County Iowa ($649,986), Wesley Community Services ($340,393) and Hirta Public Transit ($228,422), according to its 2025 IRS Form 990. Together they received 53% of its itemized 2025 grant dollars.
How large is Aging Resources of Central Iowa?
Aging Resources of Central Iowa reported $2.5M in total assets on its 2025 IRS Form 990. Its revenue that year was $5.5M.
What does Aging Resources of Central Iowa fund?
The organization’s mission, as stated in its 2024 filing, is to “lead, advocate, and serve” and to plan and coordinate services for older people in Central Iowa, their families, caregivers, and representatives, enabling older adults to lead independent, meaningful, and dignified lives in the least restrictive environment. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from Aging Resources of Central Iowa?
Aging Resources of Central Iowa has no public application process in the sources Grantable reviewed. Check agingresources.com for current guidelines, or contact the foundation directly before submitting a request.
What is Aging Resources of Central Iowa's EIN?
Aging Resources of Central Iowa's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 42-1183810. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2021–2025.
Data last updated September 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990 filings. Research dossier generated September 2026.
Data update history
(6)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2021 (received by the IRS May 16, 2022)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2022 (received by the IRS May 15, 2023)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2023 (received by the IRS May 14, 2024)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2024 (received by the IRS May 14, 2025)
- Added Form 990 for fiscal year 2025 (received by the IRS May 11, 2026)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2021–2024
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