PEO Sisterhood LA State Chapter
P.E.O. is a philanthropic organization where women celebrate the advancement of women; educate women through scholarships, grants, awards, loans and stewardship of Cottey College; and motivate each other to achieve their highest aspirations.
PEO Sisterhood LA State Chapter at a glance
In short: PEO Sisterhood LA State Chapter gave $107K across 7 grants in 2026 (avg $15K), mostly in Iowa. Source: 2026 IRS Form 990.
- Annual giving (2026)
- $107,389
- +4.1% vs 2025
- Grants made (2026)
- 7
- +0.0% vs 2025
- Average grant
- $15,341
- +4.1% vs 2025
- Median grant
- $14,868
- Total assets
- $184,046
- +12.4% vs 2025
- Primary geography
- Iowa (81% of itemized 2026 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990, 2026 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990, 2026; updated September 2026.
Who PEO Sisterhood LA State Chapter funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 7 recipients in 2026
The largest 2026 recipient was Cottey College ($21K). Together the top 7 received $107K.
Grant Size Distribution
21 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 21 grants of 21 (100%).
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2024 to 2026, annual grant giving ranged from $103K (2024) to $107K (2026). In 2026 it made 7 grants totaling $107K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Cottey College Nevada, MO | Gen SuppScholarships | $20,516 |
| PEO STAR Scholarship Des Moines, IA | Scholarships | $16,924 |
| PEO Program for Continuing Educa Des Moines, IA | Educational Grants | $15,748 |
| PEO Scholar Awards Des Moines, IA | Educational Awards | $14,868 |
| PEO Intl Peace Scholarship Des Moines, IA | Scholarships | $14,149 |
| PEO Educational Loan Fund Des Moines, IA | Educational Loans | $13,638 |
| PEO Foundation Des Moines, IA | ScholarshipsGrants | $11,546 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Net Investment Income |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $184,046 | $225,654 | $205,291 | $107,389 | 7 | $403 |
| 2025 | $163,683 | $189,591 | $201,855 | $103,168 | 7 | $392 |
| 2024 | $175,947 | $207,065 | $193,476 | $102,744 | 7 | $572 |
| 2023 | $162,358 | $185,476 | $267,565 | — | — | — |
| 2022 | $244,447 | $193,852 | $208,288 | — | — | — |
| 2021 | $258,884 | $166,596 | $81,494 | — | — | — |
About PEO Sisterhood LA State Chapter
Based on IRS filings
PEO Sisterhood LA State Chapter is a public charity, based in Des Moines, IA. IRS filing data is available from 2021 through 2026. As of 2026, the organization holds $184K in total assets. In 2026, it awarded 7 grants totaling $107K. Net investment income was $403.
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
PEO Sisterhood LA State Chapter is led by Suzanne Harris, President since 2026 (on filings since 2022); none of the 6 officers listed in 2026 report compensation.
Officers on the 2026 filing
Suzanne Harris
President
Organizer → Vice President, 2025
Vice President → President, 2026
On filings since 2022
25 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Melinda Barrett
Vice President
Treasurer → Organizer, 2025
Organizer → Vice President, 2026
On filings since 2023
20 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Dana Van Roekel
Treasurer Intl Chapter
On filings since 2025
No compensation reported
Janie Keller
Organizer
Treasurer → Organizer, 2026
On filings since 2025
15 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Julie Shrubb
Treasurer
Secretary → Treasurer, 2026
On filings since 2025
25 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Janis Lowe
Secretary
New on the 2026 filing
30 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (6)
- Former: Gloria J Poole (2021–2025) — President
- Former: Gwen E Wertz (2021–2024) — President
- Former: Deborah H Serra (2024) — Secretary
- Former: Alicia Nolan (2021–2023) — President
- Former: Amelia Grace Jordan (2021–2022) — President
- Former: Arleen Mayeux (2021) — President
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2021–2026. "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 PEO Sisterhood LA State Chapter
How much does PEO Sisterhood LA State Chapter give each year?
PEO Sisterhood LA State Chapter gave $107K across 7 grants in 2026, according to its 2026 IRS Form 990. In 2025 it gave $103K across 7 grants.
What is PEO Sisterhood LA State Chapter's typical grant size?
PEO Sisterhood LA State Chapter's median grant in 2026 was $14,868, and its average grant was $15,341, across 7 grants on its 2026 IRS Form 990.
Where does PEO Sisterhood LA State Chapter give grants?
PEO Sisterhood LA State Chapter gives mostly in Iowa: 81% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2026 IRS Form 990 went to recipients there. The next largest state was Missouri (19%). The most frequent recipient cities were Des Moines, IA (6 grants).
Does PEO Sisterhood LA State Chapter give general operating support?
Not in 2026: none of the 7 grants with a stated purpose on PEO Sisterhood LA State Chapter's 2026 IRS Form 990 were described as general or operating support.
Who are PEO Sisterhood LA State Chapter's largest grantees?
PEO Sisterhood LA State Chapter's largest 2026 grantees include Cottey College ($20,516), PEO STAR Scholarship ($16,924) and PEO Program for Continuing Educa ($15,748), according to its 2026 IRS Form 990. Together they received 50% of its itemized 2026 grant dollars.
How large is PEO Sisterhood LA State Chapter?
PEO Sisterhood LA State Chapter reported $184K in total assets on its 2026 IRS Form 990. Its revenue that year was $226K.
What is PEO Sisterhood LA State Chapter's EIN?
PEO Sisterhood LA State Chapter's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 72-6035535. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2021–2026.
Data last updated September 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990 filings.
Data update history
(4)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2024 (received by the IRS August 2, 2024)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2025 (received by the IRS August 6, 2025)
- Added Form 990 for fiscal year 2026 (received by the IRS August 10, 2026)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2021–2025
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