Branstad-Reynolds Scholarship Fund
Branstad-Reynolds Scholarship Fund is a private foundation, based in West Des Moines, IA. IRS filing data is available from 2020 through 2021. In 2021, it awarded 1 grant totaling $2.0M.
Branstad-Reynolds Scholarship Fund at a glance
In short: Branstad-Reynolds Scholarship Fund gave $2.0M across 1 grant in 2021 (avg $2.0M), mostly in Iowa. Source: 2021 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2021)
- $2,036,774
- +6689.2% vs 2020
- Grants made (2021)
- 1
- -66.7% vs 2020
- Average grant
- $2,036,774
- +20267.7% vs 2020
- Median grant
- $2,036,774
- Primary geography
- Iowa (100% of itemized 2021 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2021 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2021; updated September 2026.
Who Branstad-Reynolds Scholarship Fund funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top recipient in 2021
The largest 2021 recipient was Community Foundation of Greater Des Moines ($2.0M).
Grant Size Distribution
4 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 3 grants of 4 (75%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
Grant Distribution by State
Share of the 2021 grant dollars on its one itemized grant.
States
Cities
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2020 to 2021, annual grant giving ranged from $30K (2020) to $2.0M (2021). In 2021 it made 1 grant totaling $2.0M.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Community Foundation of Greater Des Moines Des Moines, IA | Scholarships | $2,036,774 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Qualifying Distributions | Net Investment Income | Distributable Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | — | — | $2,036,774 | $2,036,774 | 1 | $2,036,774 | — | — |
| 2020 | $2,036,774 | $63,230 | $46,408 | $30,000 | 3 | — | $47,659 | $94,497 |
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
Branstad-Reynolds Scholarship Fund is led by Terry Branstad, President & Director on every filing since 2020; none of the 6 officers listed in 2021 report compensation.
Officers on the 2021 filing
Terry Branstad
President & Director
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
David Roederer
Treasurer & Director
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Kim Reynolds
Vice President & Director
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Margaret Hough
Secretary & Director
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Lyle Simpson
Representative
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Robert Buckley
Representative
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020–2021. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Frequently asked questions about Branstad-Reynolds Scholarship Fund
How much does Branstad-Reynolds Scholarship Fund give each year?
Branstad-Reynolds Scholarship Fund gave $2.0M across 1 grant in 2021, according to its 2021 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2020 it gave $30K across 3 grants.
Where does Branstad-Reynolds Scholarship Fund operate?
Branstad-Reynolds Scholarship Fund has awarded grants in Iowa.
What is Branstad-Reynolds Scholarship Fund's EIN?
Branstad-Reynolds Scholarship Fund's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 27-3956456. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2021.
Data last updated September 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings.
Data update history
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When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2021
Live grants for the work Branstad-Reynolds Scholarship Fund funds
Philanthropy, Voluntarism & Grantmaking Open opportunities, soonest deadline first.
- Nixa Affiliate Grantmaking Program Up to US $10,000 · Due October 19, 2026
- Community and School Grants $28,000 total pool; 10-15 grants expected · Due October 19, 2026
- Mary Pinola/Crescenta Valley Chamber Education Fund $500 - $5,000 for ongoing programs; up to $15,000 for Strategic Initiative Grants · Due October 19, 2026
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