Iowa Farm Bureau Federation
The Iowa Farm Bureau Federation is a 501(c)(5) agricultural organization based in West Des Moines, Iowa. Established in 1918 and granted tax-exempt status in January 1945, the organization operates with approximately 67-70 employees and serves as a statewide federation coordinating with 100 county Farm Bureaus and their volunteer leaders throughout Iowa.
Financial Overview
From 2024 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
$1.8B
+8.0% YoY
Annual Giving
$2.5M
-20.5% YoY
Grant Count
114
+418.2% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$22K
-84.7% YoY
Mission & Focus Areas
Mission: To create a vibrant future for agriculture, farm families and their communities.
Primary Program Areas:
Marketing and Communications: Publishes the weekly Iowa Farm Bureau Spokesman (primary communications vehicle for state and county leaders), bi-monthly magazine Family Living, weekly e-newsletter The Dirt for member leaders, and semi-annual consumer e-newsletter The Iowa Dish. These publications reach approximately 130,000 members.
Member Services and Benefits: Manages Farm Bureau benefits, services, policy positions, and programs; coordinates promotions with partner benefits organizations.
Training and Development: Develops and delivers training programs in coordination with 100 county Farm Bureaus and volunteer leaders.
Public Relations and Advocacy: Communicates Farm Bureau policy and agricultural issues to stakeholders; provides media relations and training efforts.
Digital Marketing: Engages audiences through web-based and social media platforms.
Community Partnerships: Maintains relationships with the Iowa State Fair, FFA, and universities, reaching over two million consumers through key events and partnerships.
Grantmaking
The Iowa Farm Bureau Federation provides grants and scholarships to support agricultural education and rural development.
Grant Range
** Average grant amounts range from $5,189 to $1,000,000.
Average Grant
amounts range from $5,189 to $1,000,000.
Review Cycle
extended to March 31.
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The organization primarily funds in Iowa, with some activity in Missouri and Georgia.
Grant Distribution by State
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
As of Fiscal Year Ending October 2024:
- Total Assets: $1.85 billion
- Total Revenue: $49.5 million
- Total Expenses: $34.5 million
- Total Liabilities: $24.7 million
As of Fiscal Year Ending October 2023:
- Total Assets: $1.71 billion
- Total Revenue: $65.26 million
- Total Expenses: $79.63 million
Total Giving: $2.81 million (based on most recent IRS 990 filing)
The organization reported conflict of interest transactions in its October 2024 tax filing.
| Metric | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Assets | $1,848,760,628 | $1,712,183,129 | $1,721,496,861 |
| Revenue | $49,521,820 | $65,263,992 | $69,379,179 |
| Expenses | $34,458,009 | $79,625,467 | $36,145,043 |
| Qualifying Distributions | — | — | — |
| Net Investment Income | $32,359,104 | $50,505,669 | $51,930,570 |
| 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
129 grants across all recorded years
Open Grants
1 open opportunity from Iowa Farm Bureau Federation
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
Among its reported 2024 grants, the largest include Iowa State University Foundation ($163,000), Iowa Agriculture Literacy Foundation ($134,000), Iowa Farm Bureau Federation ($109,547).
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| AMERICAN CANCER SOCIETY ATLANTA, GA | SPONSOR COACHES VS CANCER | $20,000 |
| GLOBAL FARMER NETWORK DES MOINES, IA | GENERAL CONTRIBUTION | $10,000 |
| IOWA 4-H FOUNDATION AMES, IA | PARTNERSHIP CONTRIBUTIONS | $102,000 |
| IOWA AGRICULTURE LITERACY FOUNDATION WEST DES MOINES, IA | GENERAL CONTRIBUTION | $134,000 |
| IOWA COLLEGE ACCESS NETWORK HIAWATHA, IA | TARGETED PROGRAMS CONTRIBUTION | $25,000 |
| IOWA SPORTS FOUNDATION AMES, IA | YOUTH WELLNESS CONTRIBUTION | $20,000 |
| IOWA STATE FAIR BLUE RIBBON FOUNDATION DES MOINES, IA | GENERAL CONTRIBUTION | $7,500 |
| IOWA STATE UNIVERSITY FOUNDATION AMES, IA | AG PROGRAM CONTRIBUTION | $163,000 |
| NEW BOHEMIAN INNOVATION COLLABORATIVE INC CEDAR RAPIDS, IA | ENTREFEST SPONSOR | $10,000 |
| NUFFIELD INTERNATIONAL FARMING SCHOLARS USA LINCOLN, DE | INTERNATIONAL SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM | $10,000 |
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
From 2024 filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| RANDY BRINCKS | DISTRICT 1 DIRECTOR | 18 | $55,749 |
| ANDY HILL | DISTRICT 2 DIRECTOR | 18 | $52,950 |
| MATT SCHUITEMAN | DISTRICT 3 DIRECTOR | 18 | $60,800 |
| BRENT JOHNSON | PRESIDENT | 20 | — |
| JOE DIERICKX | DISTRICT 6 DIRECTOR | 18 | $55,064 |
| RICK PLOWMAN | DISTRICT 7 DIRECTOR | 18 | $54,895 |
| TIM KALDENBERG | DISTRICT 8 DIRECTOR | 18 | $52,498 |
| WILL FRAZEE | DISTRICT 9 DIRECTOR | 18 | $69,520 |
| BRIAN FELDPAUSCH | VICE PRESIDENT | 18 | $74,267 |
| SHARYL BRUNING | DISTRICT 4 DIRECTOR | 18 | $50,397 |
| ALLEN BURT | DISTRICT 5 DIRECTOR | 18 | $51,238 |
| JAMES GARDNER | FORMER CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER | 30 | — |
| MARTY SCHWAGER | EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR/SECRETA | 20 | — |
| MARK WICKHAM | GENERAL COUNSEL | 30 | — |
| TIMOTHY BIGLEY | CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER | 30 | — |
| CHAD BISHOP | DIRECTOR, INFORMATION RESO | 25 | — |
| SARA PAYNE | CHIEF MKTG & COMMUNICATION | 40 | — |
| RYAN STEINFELDT | DIRECTOR, FIELD SERVICE | 40 | — |
| MATT STEINFELDT | DIRECTOR, GOVERNMENT RELAT | 38 | — |
| KARL OLSON | ASSISTANT GENERAL COUNSEL | 20 | — |
| DANA ARDARY | MARKETING MANAGER | 40 | $202,067 |
| ALEX MONTZ | VP ASSISTANT GENERAL COUNSEL | 20 | — |
| CHRISTINA GRUENHAGEN | SR GOVERNMENT RELATIONS COUNSEL | 40 | $200,328 |
| ERIN SWALWELL | SR COUNSEL ADVANCED MARKETS | 20 | — |
| EDWARD PARKER | FORMER GENERAL COUNSEL | — | — |
Recent News & Activity
Recent developments and announcements
Iowa Farm Bureau Federation programs and members were recognized at the 106th American Farm Bureau Annual Convention.
Applications extended to March 31 for Iowa Farm Bureau ...The organization pledged $1 million to Iowa FFA.
The Rural Veterinarian Loan Repayment Incentive Program extended applications to March 31.
Applications extended to March 31 for Iowa Farm Bureau ...Frequently Asked Questions
What does Iowa Farm Bureau Federation fund?
**Mission:** To create a vibrant future for agriculture, farm families and their communities. **Primary Program Areas:** • **Marketing and Communications:** Publishes the weekly *Iowa Farm Bureau Spokesman* (primary communications vehicle for state and county leaders), bi-monthly magazine *Family Living*, weekly e-newsletter *The Dirt* for member leaders, and semi-annual consumer e-newsletter *The Iowa Dish*. These publications reach approximately 130,000 members. • **Member Services and Benefi…
How do I apply for a grant from Iowa Farm Bureau Federation?
The Iowa Farm Bureau Federation provides grants and scholarships to support agricultural education and rural development. **Iowa Farm Bureau Federation Scholarship Program:** Scholarships are available to students pursuing two- or four-year degrees, with district winners selected in each of the nine federation districts. Eligible applicants must be sons and/or daughters of Iowa Farm Bureau members; be accepted by or enrolled in an accredited college, university, or community college; be high sc…
Where does Iowa Farm Bureau Federation make grants?
The organization primarily funds in Iowa, with some activity in Missouri and Georgia.
What size grants does Iowa Farm Bureau Federation award?
In 2024, Iowa Farm Bureau Federation awarded 114 grants totaling $2.5M — an average of about $22K per grant, based on its IRS Form 990 filings.
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.
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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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