IAA Foundation
The IAA Foundation is a 501(c)(3) public charity based in Bloomington, Illinois, dedicated to supporting Illinois farm families and advancing agricultural education. The organization operates as a subordinate entity under the Illinois Agricultural Association and has maintained tax-exempt status since October 1987.
Financial Overview
From 2024 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
$9.9M
+8.0% YoY
Annual Giving
$636K
+0.6% YoY
Grant Count
69
-1.4% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$9K
+2.1% YoY
Mission & Focus Areas
Mission: The IAA Foundation funds education, research, and charitable activities that benefit Illinois farm families and the future of agriculture.
Primary Focus Areas:
- Agricultural education and literacy programs
- Scholarships for students pursuing agricultural education at colleges, universities, and vocational schools
- Educational resources for elementary school students and teachers on the importance of agriculture
- Support for farm families in Illinois
Grantmaking
The IAA Foundation actively awards grants and scholarships to advance agricultural education across Illinois.
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The IAA Foundation focuses exclusively on Illinois. Recent grant distributions reached 89 Illinois counties, with specific mentions of funding to central Illinois counties including Christian, Cumberland, Douglas, Effingham, Ford, Iroquois, Livingston, Logan, Macon, McLean, Moultrie, Piatt, DeWitt, Shelby, and Woodford counties.
Grant Distribution by State
States
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
As of 2024:
- Total Assets: $9,912,741
- Total Revenue: $1,301,643
- Total Expenses: $980,510
- Total Liabilities: $12,300 (as of 2023)
As of 2023:
- Total Assets: $9.18M
- Revenue: $1.24M
- Expenses: $1.05M
The organization maintains a donor-advised fund through which donors can direct the distribution or investment of funds.
| Metric | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Assets | $9,912,741 | $9,180,610 | $8,513,976 |
| Revenue | $1,301,643 | $1,236,892 | $1,332,092 |
| Expenses | $980,510 | $1,045,595 | $986,836 |
| Qualifying Distributions | — | — | — |
| Net Investment Income | $270,560 | $177,146 | $159,135 |
| Distributable Amount | — | — | — |
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
Grant Insights
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
Grant Size Distribution
250 grants across all recorded years
Open Grants
2 open opportunities from IAA Foundation
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
Among its reported 2024 grants, the largest include Agricultural Edu Partnership ($24,621), Adams CFB Foundation ($9,263), Cook CFB Foundation ($9,263).
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Adams CFB Foundation QUINCY, IL | Ag Literacy | $9,263 |
| Agricultural Edu Partnership Springfield, IL | Ag Literacy | $24,621 |
| Bond County SWCD GREENVILLE, IL | Ag Literacy | $8,867 |
| Bureau CFB Princeton, IL | Ag Literacy | $8,273 |
| Cass-Morgan CFB Foundation Jacksonville, IL | Ag Literacy | $8,471 |
| Champaign CFB Foundation CHAMPAIGN, IL | Ag Literacy | $9,065 |
| Clark CFB Martinsville, IL | Ag Literacy | $8,471 |
| Clay CFB Louisville, IL | Ag Literacy | $8,471 |
| Clinton CFB Foundation BREESE, IL | Ag Literacy | $8,867 |
| Coles County SWCD CHARLESTON, IL | Ag Literacy | $6,293 |
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
- Susan Moore – Director, Major Gifts & Grants, Planned Gifts, Farm Management, County Farm Bureau Support
- Jennifer Smith – Development Manager, Scholarship, Fellowship & Grant Programs, New Scholarship Funds & Donations
- Breanne Beisiegel – Development Specialist, Fundraising Events, Event Sponsorships, Volunteer Management
- Kevin Daugherty – IAITC Education Director
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
From 2024 filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jennifer Vance | Ass't Secretary | 2 | — |
| Alan Dodds | Ass't Treasurer | 2 | — |
| Brian Duncan | President | 0.25 | — |
| Geneva Aberle | Ass't Treasurer | 2 | — |
| Garret Thalgott | Ass't Secretary | 2 | — |
| Susan Moore | Director | 40 | — |
| Evan Hultine | Vice President | 0.25 | — |
| Steve Koeller | Trustee | 0.25 | — |
| Ken Cripe | Secretary | 0.25 | — |
| Larry Dallas | Trustee | 0.25 | — |
| Richard Guebert Jr | Trustee | — | — |
| Mark Reichert | Treasurer | 0.25 | — |
Recent News & Activity
Recent developments and announcements
The IAA Foundation has significantly expanded its agricultural education initiatives in recent years. The foundation announced substantial funding to expand student opportunities through the Illinois Agriculture in the Classroom program, with grants distributed to multiple counties to ensure teachers have local connections and access to engaging resources for integrating accurate agricultural content into their classrooms.
IAA Foundation distributes over $660,000 to Ag in the ClassroomThe foundation also operates a Legacy Farms program, honoring donors who choose to leave charitable legacies through farmland gifts. In Summer 2021, the IAA Foundation unveiled an exhibit as part of the Illinois Farm Bureau permanent archives to honor legacy donors and preserve their family stories.
IAA Foundation distributes over $660,000 to Ag in the ClassroomContact Information
Mailing Address: 1701 Towanda Ave. Bloomington, IL 61701
General Inquiries: iaafoundation@ilfb.org
Phone: 309-557-2230
Website: iaafoundation.org
Frequently Asked Questions
What does IAA Foundation fund?
**Mission:** The IAA Foundation funds education, research, and charitable activities that benefit Illinois farm families and the future of agriculture. **Primary Focus Areas:** • Agricultural education and literacy programs • Scholarships for students pursuing agricultural education at colleges, universities, and vocational schools • Educational resources for elementary school students and teachers on the importance of agriculture • Support for farm families in Illinois
How do I apply for a grant from IAA Foundation?
The IAA Foundation actively awards grants and scholarships to advance agricultural education across Illinois. **Grant Characteristics:** • Typical award range: $5,105–$50,628 • Recent documented grant: $50,628 to the Board of Trustees of the University of Illinois for an Ag Literacy program (2024) • Total giving in 2024: $926,902 **Active Grant Programs:** • IAA Foundation Fellowships • IAA Foundation Scholarship Program • Illinois Agriculture in the Classroom grants **Recent Grant Activity:** …
Where does IAA Foundation make grants?
The IAA Foundation focuses exclusively on Illinois. Recent grant distributions reached 89 Illinois counties, with specific mentions of funding to central Illinois counties including Christian, Cumberland, Douglas, Effingham, Ford, Iroquois, Livingston, Logan, Macon, McLean, Moultrie, Piatt, DeWitt, Shelby, and Woodford counties.
What size grants does IAA Foundation award?
In 2024, IAA Foundation awarded 69 grants totaling $636K — an average of about $9K per grant, based on its IRS Form 990 filings.
What is IAA Foundation's EIN?
IAA Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 37-1211315. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
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Data last updated June 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated April 2026.
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