Iowa Farm Bureau Federation
Iowa Farm Bureau Federation is a statewide, grassroots farm organization based in West Des Moines, Iowa. Its stated mission is to create a vibrant future for agriculture, farm families, and their communities. The organization supports Iowa agriculture, farm families and rural communities through member services, education, communications, and policy advocacy, and provides sponsorships and donations for initiatives with statewide impact.
Iowa Farm Bureau Federation at a glance
In short: Iowa Farm Bureau Federation gave $2.5M across 114 grants in 2024 (avg $22K), mostly in Iowa. 7% of 2024 grantees were new. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $2,497,746
- -94.8% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 114
- -5.8% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $21,910
- -94.5% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $16,817
- Total assets
- $1,848,760,628
- +8.0% vs 2023
- New grantees (estimate)
- 7% first-time grantees (1 of 15, 2024; small sample)
- Primary geography
- Iowa (98% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990, 2024; updated September 2026. New grantees are estimated by matching recipient names across years (methodology).
How to apply to Iowa Farm Bureau Federation
- How to Apply
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Submit a written grant request with the required organizational information, nonprofit status, and detailed proposed use of funds. Sponsorship and donation applications are reviewed by the Charitable Contributions Committee.
- Review Cycle
- Sponsorship and donation applications close by 5 p.m. Central Time on March 19, July 1, September 10, and November 12.
- Deadline
- Sponsorship and donation applications close by 5 p.m.
- Contact
Mailing address: 5400 University Ave, West Des Moines, IA 50266
Phone: (515) 225-5400
Website: https://iowafarmbureau.com
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Open Grants
1 open opportunity from Iowa Farm Bureau Federation
Who Iowa Farm Bureau Federation funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was Iowa Farm Bureau Federation ($1.9M across 100 grants). Together the top 10 received $2.5M.
Grant Size Distribution
482 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 253 grants of 482 (52%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The federation states that its sponsorships and donations support initiatives with impact across Iowa. In 2024, 98% of its reported grant dollars went to recipients in Iowa; the remaining reported shares were Georgia 1%, District of Columbia 1%, and Delaware and Colorado each 0% when rounded.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 114 itemized grants.
Cities
Is Iowa Farm Bureau Federation open to new grantees?
7%
first-time grantees, 2024
In 2024, 1 of 15 grantees (7%) were first-time recipients. With only 15 grantees, that is a small sample: one grantee more or less moves the share by about 7 points. First grants averaged $7K; repeat grants $178K. How we count
Medians: $7K first-time, $18K repeat.
Estimate from itemized grant lists in IRS Form 990 filings (2019–2024). 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 2019 to 2024, annual grant giving ranged from $1.0M (2021) to $47.8M (2023). In 2024 it made 114 grants totaling $2.5M.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Iowa State University Foundation Ames, IA | Ag Program Contribution | $163,000 |
| Iowa Agriculture Literacy Foundation West Des Moines, IA | General Contribution | $134,000 |
| Iowa Farm Bureau Federation Ankeny, IA | General Contribution | $109,547 |
| Iowa 4-H Foundation Ames, IA | Partnership Contributions | $102,000 |
| Iowa Farm Bureau Federation Hiawatha, IA | General Contribution | $75,079 |
| Iowa Farm Bureau Federation Iowa City, IA | General Contribution | $53,434 |
| Iowa Farm Bureau Federation Dubuque, IA | General Contribution | $47,776 |
| Iowa Farm Bureau Federation Eldridge, IA | General Contribution | $45,339 |
| Iowa Farm Bureau Federation Adel, IA | General Contribution | $39,234 |
| Iowa Farm Bureau Federation Dewitt, IA | General Contribution | $36,576 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
The filing type is Form 990 (a public charity).
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Net Investment Income |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $1,848,760,628 | $49,521,820 | $34,458,009 | $2,497,746 | 114 | $32,359,104 |
| 2023 | $1,712,183,129 | $65,263,992 | $79,625,467 | $47,845,250 | 121 | $50,505,669 |
| 2022 | $1,721,496,861 | $69,379,179 | $36,145,043 | $4,109,553 | 114 | $51,930,570 |
| 2021 | $1,817,745,146 | $117,381,320 | $30,529,965 | $1,018,750 | 16 | $99,354,106 |
| 2020 | $1,514,260,280 | $86,995,533 | $56,392,802 | $8,314,639 | 117 | $73,872,346 |
| 2019 | $1,612,075,235 | $97,485,677 | $39,048,404 | $2,970,680 | 115 | $83,779,393 |
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated September 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
The organization’s stated mission is “to create a vibrant future for agriculture, farm families and their communities.” Its sponsorship and donation priorities are agriculture; farm families and their communities; youth and education; and health and wellness. It says it supports programs and organizations that contribute to the future of Iowa agriculture, develop agricultural leaders, and serve communities.
The federation’s 2023 filing describes programs in communications, field service, and government relations. These include agricultural news and member communications, leadership training with county Farm Bureaus, and education and advocacy on issues affecting farmers and rural Iowans.
Examples of supported organizations include the Iowa Agriculture Literacy Foundation, which says its mission is to educate Iowans, with a focus on youth, about agriculture and to serve as a resource for educators and volunteers. The Iowa College Access Network, another 2024 recipient, describes its mission as empowering Iowans to achieve lifelong success through education, training, and informed decision-making.
Grantmaking
In filing year 2024, the federation reported 114 grants totaling $2,497,746. Grants ranged from $5,189 to $163,000, with a median of $16,817. Examples of the largest reported grants include $163,000 to Iowa State University Foundation for an agriculture program contribution, $134,000 to Iowa Agriculture Literacy Foundation for a general contribution, and $102,000 to Iowa 4-H Foundation for partnership contributions. The filing also lists grants to local Iowa Farm Bureau organizations, including $109,547 to the Ankeny organization and $75,079 to the Hiawatha organization.
Grant requests from nonprofit organizations aligned with the federation’s mission and goals are reviewed within an annual grant budget approved by its board. Requests must include written documentation with the organization’s contact information, nonprofit status, and a detailed intended use of funds; a W-9 is required before disbursement. Grant monitoring may include a site visit, phone contact, file notes, or an annual report. Pledge payments depend on accurate and prompt program reports.
For sponsorships and donations, applicants must be nonprofit organizations with IRS 501(c)(3) status. The federation does not accept applications for initiatives that do not affect the entire state of Iowa (local initiatives should contact the local county Farm Bureau), political entities, construction projects, sectarian or denominational religious groups, fundraising-event tickets or items, dues or memberships, or incomplete applications.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2024 filing lists Brent Johnson as president and Brian Feldpausch as vice president. Listed directors are Randy Brincks, Andy Hill, Matt Schuiteman, Joe Dierickx, Rick Plowman, Tim Kaldenberg, Will Frazee, and Sharyl Bruning.
Iowa Farm Bureau Federation is led by Brent Johnson, President since 2022 (on filings since 2019); 12 of 25 officers listed in 2024 are compensated.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Brent Johnson
President
District Director → President, 2022
On filings since 2019
20 hrs/week
$50K (2019) → $0 (2024)
Marty Schwager
Executive Director & Secretary
Director & Field Service → Executive Director & Secretary-Treasurer, 2021
Executive Director & Secretary-Treasurer → Executive Director & Secretary, 2022
On filings since 2020
20 hrs/week
$176K (2020) → $0 (2024)
Andy Hill
District Director
On filings since 2019
18 hrs/week
$41K (2019) → $53K (2024)
Matt Schuiteman
District Director
On filings since 2019
18 hrs/week
$5K (2019) → $61K (2024)
Randy Brincks
District Director
On filings since 2019
18 hrs/week
$4K (2019) → $56K (2024)
Rick Plowman
District Director
On filings since 2019
18 hrs/week
$41K (2019) → $55K (2024)
Joe Dierickx
District Director
On filings since 2020
18 hrs/week
$4K (2020) → $55K (2024)
Tim Kaldenberg
District Director
On filings since 2020
18 hrs/week
$3K (2020) → $52K (2024)
Ryan Steinfeldt
Director & Field Service
On filings since 2022
40 hrs/week
$55K (2022) → $0 (2024)
Allen Burt
District Director
On filings since 2023
18 hrs/week
$660 (2023) → $51K (2024)
Sharyl Bruning
District Director
On filings since 2023
18 hrs/week
$5K (2023) → $50K (2024)
Will Frazee
District Director
New on the 2024 filing
18 hrs/week
$70K (2024)
Chad Bishop
Director & Information Reso
Director & Information Reso → Director & Information Resources, 2021
Director & Information Resources → Director & Information Reso, 2022
On filings since 2019
25 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Matt Steinfeldt
Director & Government Relat
Director & Government Relations → Director & Government Relat, 2024
On filings since 2023
38 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Dana Ardary
Marketing Manager
On filings since 2021
40 hrs/week
$168K (2021) → $202K (2024)
Brian Feldpausch
Vice President
District Director → Vice President, 2023
On filings since 2022
18 hrs/week
$6K (2022) → $74K (2024)
Christina Gruenhagen
Senior Government Relations Counsel
New on the 2024 filing
40 hrs/week
$200K (2024)
Edward G. Parker
Former General Counsel
General Counsel → Former General Counsel, 2023
On filings since 2019
No compensation reported
James Gardner
Former Chief Financial Officer
Chief Financial Officer → Former Chief Financial Officer, 2024
On filings since 2019
30 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Karl Olson
Assistant General Counsel
On filings since 2019
20 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Mark Wickham
General Counsel
Assistant General Counsel → General Counsel, 2022
On filings since 2019
30 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Sara Payne
Chief Mktg & Communications
Chief Mktg & Communications → Chief Mktg & Communications Officer, 2021
Chief Mktg & Communications Officer → Chief Mktg & Communications, 2022
On filings since 2019
40 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Alex Montz
Vice President Assistant General Counsel
New on the 2024 filing
20 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Erin Swalwell
Senior Counsel Advanced Markets
New on the 2024 filing
20 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Timothy Bigley
Chief Financial Officer
New on the 2024 filing
30 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (16)
- Former: Craig D. Hill (2019–2023) — Former President
- Former: Duane Johnson (2019–2023) — Former Executive Director
- Former: Joe Heinrich (2019–2023) — Former Vice President
- Former: William Frazee (2019–2023) — District Director
- Former: Sam Funk (2020–2023) — Director, Research & Commo
- Former: Greg Jochum (2022–2023) — Former District Director
- Former: Tim Bigley (2022–2023) — Controller
- Former: Donald Petersen (2019–2022) — Director & Government Relat
- Former: Mark Buskohl (2019–2022) — Former District Director
- Former: Calvin Rozenboom (2019–2020) — Former District Director
- Former: David Miller (2019–2020) — Former Director, Research & Commo
- Former: Nick Podhajsky (2019–2020) — Former District Director
- Former: Barbara Lykins (2019) — Director & Community Resources
- Former: Carlton Kjos (2019) — Fomrer District Director
- Former: Denny Presnall (2019) — Former Executive Director
- Former: Phil Sunblad (2019) — Former District Director
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2019–2024. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
The highest reported compensation on the 2024 filing was $202K, to Dana Ardary (Marketing Manager). 12 officers or directors reported compensation on that filing.
Frequently asked questions about Iowa Farm Bureau Federation
How much does Iowa Farm Bureau Federation give each year?
Iowa Farm Bureau Federation gave $2.5M across 114 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990. In 2023 it gave $47.8M across 121 grants.
What is Iowa Farm Bureau Federation's typical grant size?
Iowa Farm Bureau Federation's median grant in 2024 was $16,817, and its average grant was $21,910, across 114 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990. Organizations receiving their first grant from Iowa Farm Bureau Federation that year got $7K on average.
Where does Iowa Farm Bureau Federation give grants?
Iowa Farm Bureau Federation gives mostly in Iowa: 98% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990 went to recipients there. The most frequent recipient cities were Ames, IA (3 grants), Hiawatha, IA (2 grants), Iowa City, IA (2 grants) and Des Moines, IA (2 grants).
Does Iowa Farm Bureau Federation give general operating support?
Yes: 91% of Iowa Farm Bureau Federation's 2024 grants with a stated purpose (104 of 114) were for general or operating support, per its 2024 IRS Form 990.
Who are Iowa Farm Bureau Federation's largest grantees?
Iowa Farm Bureau Federation's largest 2024 grantees include Iowa Farm Bureau Federation ($1,949,246 across 100 grants), Iowa State University Foundation ($163,000) and Iowa Agriculture Literacy Foundation ($134,000), according to its 2024 IRS Form 990. Together they received 90% of its itemized 2024 grant dollars.
How large is Iowa Farm Bureau Federation?
Iowa Farm Bureau Federation reported $1.8B in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990. Its revenue that year was $49.5M.
What does Iowa Farm Bureau Federation fund?
The organization’s stated mission is “to create a vibrant future for agriculture, farm families and their communities.” Its sponsorship and donation priorities are agriculture; farm families and their communities; youth and education; and health and wellness. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from Iowa Farm Bureau Federation?
Submit a written grant request with the required organizational information, nonprofit status, and detailed proposed use of funds. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
What is Iowa Farm Bureau Federation's EIN?
Iowa Farm Bureau Federation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 42-0331840. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2019–2024.
Data last updated September 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990 filings. Research dossier generated September 2026.
Data update history
(7)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2019 (received by the IRS August 25, 2020)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2020 (received by the IRS September 13, 2021)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2021 (received by the IRS September 15, 2022)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2022 (received by the IRS September 14, 2023)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2023 (received by the IRS September 13, 2024)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2024 (received by the IRS September 13, 2025)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2019–2024
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Cite this profile
Grantable. (2026). Iowa Farm Bureau Federation funder profile. GrantGraph. Retrieved October 21, 2026, from https://grantable.co/funders/iowa-farm-bureau-federation-morg_01387fdff7fb41c59381a9d83779f3ad
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