Gantz Foundation Charitable Trust
Gantz Foundation Charitable Trust is a private foundation based in Dubuque, Iowa. Its 2026 filing lists five grants, each designated for community improvement, to organizations in Iowa.
Gantz Foundation Charitable Trust at a glance
In short: Gantz Foundation Charitable Trust gave $57K across 5 grants in 2026 (avg $11K), mostly in Iowa. Source: 2026 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2026)
- $56,500
- -44.9% vs 2025
- Grants made (2026)
- 5
- -68.8% vs 2025
- Average grant
- $11,300
- +76.2% vs 2025
- Median grant
- $3,000
- Total assets
- $1,434,794
- +1.0% vs 2025
- Primary geography
- Iowa (100% of itemized 2026 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2026 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2026; updated October 2026.
How to apply to Gantz Foundation Charitable Trust
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- No
- How to Apply
-
The foundation states that it makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds.
- Contact
Mailing address: 10537 Route 3, Dubuque, IA 52001-6874
Phone: (563) 556-2921
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who Gantz Foundation Charitable Trust funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 5 recipients in 2026
The largest 2026 recipient was Holy Family Catholic Schools ($30K). Together the top 5 received $57K.
Grant Size Distribution
70 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 69 grants of 70 (99%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
All grant dollars reported for 2026 went to recipients in Iowa.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2026 grant dollars across all 5 itemized grants.
Cities
How Gantz Foundation Charitable Trust gives
- Giving fell 32% from 2023 to 2026. Method
- In 2026 it paid out 65% of its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Foundations have until the end of the next year to meet it. Method
From the foundation's IRS Form 990-PF filings. Methodology.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2020 to 2026, annual grant giving ranged from $57K (2026) to $187K (2022). In 2026 it made 5 grants totaling $57K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Holy Family Catholic Schools Dubuque, IA | Community Improvement | $30,000 |
| Dubuque Symphony Orchestra Dubuque, IA | Community Improvement | $20,000 |
| GDDC River Valley Initiative Fund Dubuque, IA | Community Improvement | $3,000 |
| Iowa College Foundation Des Moines, IA | Community Improvement | $2,500 |
| Dubuque Regional Humane Society Dubuque, IA | Community Improvement | $1,000 |
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $1,434,794 | $80,880 | $67,227 | $56,500 | 5 | $56,500 | $72,050 | $86,952 |
| 2025 | $1,421,141 | $466,245 | $111,647 | $102,620 | 16 | $102,620 | $58,535 | $79,204 |
| 2024 | $1,066,543 | $416,728 | $93,185 | $85,820 | 14 | $85,820 | $59,493 | $52,120 |
| 2023 | $743,001 | $316,627 | $90,917 | $83,470 | 17 | $83,470 | $9,340 | $37,789 |
| 2022 | $517,291 | $281,079 | $192,993 | $186,670 | 18 | $186,670 | $25,132 | $33,112 |
| 2021 | $429,205 | $217,285 | $157,821 | $153,900 | 17 | — | $13,527 | $23,414 |
| 2020 | $369,741 | $253,814 | $113,246 | $109,975 | 14 | — | $15,543 | $18,091 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, Gantz Foundation Charitable Trust reported a distributable amount of $87K for 2026 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated September 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
The foundation’s 2026 grants were designated for community improvement. Among the organizations it supported, the Dubuque Symphony Orchestra describes its mission as engaging the Tri-State community and enriching quality of life through live musical performances and educational programs. The Iowa College Foundation says it furthers the growth and development of private colleges and universities in Iowa. The Dubuque Regional Humane Society says its mission is to protect and promote animal well-being and respect for animals’ inherent dignity.
Grantmaking
In 2026, the foundation reported $56,500 in grants across five awards. Grants ranged from $1,000 to $30,000, with a median of $3,000. The largest awards were $30,000 to Holy Family Catholic Schools and $20,000 to the Dubuque Symphony Orchestra. Other grants were $3,000 to GDDC River Valley Initiative Fund, $2,500 to Iowa College Foundation, and $1,000 to Dubuque Regional Humane Society. In 2025, it reported 16 grants totaling $102,620. Its 2026 filing, the latest on this page, reports 5 grants totaling $56,500.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2026 filing lists Eric Gantz and Michael Gantz as trustees.
Gantz Foundation Charitable Trust's 2026 filing lists 2 officers; none of the 2 officers listed in 2026 report compensation.
Officers on the 2026 filing
Eric Gantz
Trustee
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Michael Gantz
Trustee
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
Former officers (2)
- Former: Charles Gantz (2020–2023) — Trustee
- Former: James Gantz (2020–2023) — Trustee
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020–2026. "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 Gantz Foundation Charitable Trust
How much does Gantz Foundation Charitable Trust give each year?
Gantz Foundation Charitable Trust gave $57K across 5 grants in 2026, according to its 2026 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2025 it gave $103K across 16 grants.
What is Gantz Foundation Charitable Trust's typical grant size?
Gantz Foundation Charitable Trust's median grant in 2026 was $3,000, and its average grant was $11,300, across 5 grants on its 2026 IRS Form 990-PF.
Where does Gantz Foundation Charitable Trust give grants?
Gantz Foundation Charitable Trust gives mostly in Iowa: 100% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2026 IRS Form 990-PF went to recipients there. The most frequent recipient cities were Dubuque, IA (4 grants).
Does Gantz Foundation Charitable Trust give general operating support?
Not in 2026: none of the 5 grants with a stated purpose on Gantz Foundation Charitable Trust's 2026 IRS Form 990-PF were described as general or operating support. Recurring purposes include "Community Improvement" (5 grants).
Who are Gantz Foundation Charitable Trust's largest grantees?
Gantz Foundation Charitable Trust's largest 2026 grantees include Holy Family Catholic Schools ($30,000), Dubuque Symphony Orchestra ($20,000) and GDDC River Valley Initiative Fund ($3,000), according to its 2026 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 94% of its itemized 2026 grant dollars.
How large is Gantz Foundation Charitable Trust?
Gantz Foundation Charitable Trust reported $1.4M in total assets on its 2026 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $57K in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $87K (roughly 5% of its investment assets). Falling short in one year is not a violation: foundations have until the end of the next year to meet the minimum.
What does Gantz Foundation Charitable Trust fund?
The foundation’s 2026 grants were designated for community improvement. Among the organizations it supported, the Dubuque Symphony Orchestra describes its mission as engaging the Tri-State community and enriching quality of life through live musical performances and educational programs. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from Gantz Foundation Charitable Trust?
The foundation states that it makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
What is Gantz Foundation Charitable Trust's EIN?
Gantz Foundation Charitable Trust's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 42-6487703. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2026.
Does Gantz Foundation Charitable Trust accept unsolicited proposals?
No, according to Grantable's research on the foundation's published guidelines. See how to apply ↑
Data last updated October 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated September 2026.
Data update history
(8)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2020 (received by the IRS August 17, 2020)
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2021 (received by the IRS August 6, 2021)
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2022 (received by the IRS August 14, 2022)
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2023 (received by the IRS August 14, 2023)
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2024 (received by the IRS August 7, 2024)
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2025 (received by the IRS July 10, 2025)
- Added Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2026 (received by the IRS August 11, 2026)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2025
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