Random Acts of Humach Foundation
The Random Acts of Humach Foundation is a private foundation based in Dubuque, Iowa. Its website describes it as a charitable organization that coordinates donations, volunteer opportunities, and acts of service for organizations, programs, and individuals; its 2024 filing reports 16 grants totaling $39,275.
Random Acts of Humach Foundation at a glance
In short: Random Acts of Humach Foundation gave $39K across 16 grants in 2024 (avg $2K), mostly in Minnesota. 50% of 2024 grantees were new. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $39,275
- +14.4% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 16
- -20.0% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $2,455
- +43.0% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $250
- Total assets
- $44,206
- -35.2% vs 2023
- New grantees (estimate)
- 50% first-time grantees (8 of 16, 2024; small sample)
- Primary geography
- Minnesota (78% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2024; updated October 2026. New grantees are estimated by matching recipient names across years (methodology).
How to apply to Random Acts of Humach Foundation
- 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: 210 Jones Street Suite 200, Dubuque, IA 52001
Phone: (972) 694-0603
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who Random Acts of Humach Foundation funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was Unitedhealthcare Childrens Foundation ($30K). Together the top 10 received $38K.
Grant Size Distribution
75 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 75 grants of 75 (100%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The 2024 filing reports that grant dollars went to recipients in Minnesota (78%), Hawaii (12%), Texas (5%), Illinois (2%), and Iowa (2%).
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 16 itemized grants.
States
Cities
Is Random Acts of Humach Foundation open to new grantees?
50%
first-time grantees, 2024
In 2024, 8 of 16 grantees (50%) were first-time recipients. With only 16 grantees, that is a small sample: one grantee more or less moves the share by about 6 points. First grants averaged $266; repeat grants $5K. How we count
Medians: $250 first-time, $250 repeat.
- 50% of 2024 grantees were also funded in 2023. Method
- Giving grew 179% from 2021 to 2024. Method
- In 2024 it paid out well above its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Method
Estimate from itemized grant lists in IRS Form 990-PF filings (2020–2024). 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 2020 to 2024, annual grant giving ranged from $2K (2020) to $39K (2024). In 2024 it made 16 grants totaling $39K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Unitedhealthcare Childrens Foundation Minnetonka, MN | Community Outreach | $30,450 |
| HUA Momona Foundation Lahaina, HI | Community Outreach | $4,900 |
| Compass to Care Chicago, IL | Community Outreach | $750 |
| Wilkinson Center Dallas, TX | Community Outreach | $525 |
| Almost Home Shelter for Dad's with Children Dubuque, IA | Community Outreach | $250 |
| American Foundation for Suicide Prevention New York, NY | Community Outreach | $250 |
| Feed the Children Oklahoma City, OK | Community Outreach | $250 |
| Garth House Beaumont, TX | Community Outreach | $250 |
| Grand Prairie Park and Recreation Grand Prairie, TX | Community Outreach | $250 |
| Julie Rogers Gift of Life Beaumont, TX | Community Outreach | $250 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Qualifying Distributions | Distributable Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $44,206 | $20,028 | $42,915 | $39,275 | 16 | $39,275 | $2,712 |
| 2023 | $68,243 | $31,219 | $38,098 | $34,323 | 20 | $34,323 | $3,543 |
| 2022 | $71,914 | $591 | $30,240 | $2,256 | 10 | $2,256 | $4,195 |
| 2021 | $101,563 | $47,565 | $25,369 | $14,099 | 24 | $14,099 | — |
| 2020 | $81,461 | $78,151 | $4,240 | $1,675 | 5 | — | — |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, Random Acts of Humach Foundation reported a distributable amount of $3K for 2024 — 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 website describes its aim as making a difference in people’s lives and helping create a kinder, more compassionate world. The 2024 grants were reported under the purpose “community outreach.”
Examples of supported organizations illustrate varied charitable work. UnitedHealthcare Children’s Foundation says its mission is to provide medical grants that improve children’s quality of life. Compass to Care says it arranges and pays for travel so children can reach cancer treatment. The Wilkinson Center says it helps Dallas families pursue self-sufficiency, while Rainbow Days says it helps children and youth facing adversity build coping skills and resilience. Feed the Children says it works with communities to address child hunger.
Grantmaking
In filing year 2024, the foundation awarded 16 grants totaling $39,275. Grants ranged from $100 to $30,450, with a median of $250.
The largest grants included $30,450 to UnitedHealthcare Children’s Foundation and $4,900 to Hua Momona Foundation. Other reported grants included $750 to Compass to Care, $525 to Wilkinson Center, and $250 each to Almost Home Shelter for Dad’s with Children, American Foundation for Suicide Prevention, Feed the Children, Garth House, Grand Prairie Park and Recreation, Julie Rogers Gift of Life, Opening Doors International Services, and Rainbow Days.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2024 filing lists Tim Houlne as president, Kelly Ulrich as vice president, Nancy Prine as secretary, and Greg Williams as treasurer.
Random Acts of Humach Foundation is led by Tim Houlne, President since 2022 (on filings since 2020); none of the 4 officers listed in 2024 report compensation.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Tim Houlne
President
Director → President, 2022
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
Kelly Ulrich
Vice President
Director → Vice President, 2022
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
Nancy Prine
Secretary
Director → Secretary, 2022
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
Greg Williams
Treasurer
On filings since 2022
No compensation reported
Former officers (1)
- Former: Alithia Gallegos (2020–2021) — Director
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020–2024. "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 Random Acts of Humach Foundation
How much does Random Acts of Humach Foundation give each year?
Random Acts of Humach Foundation gave $39K across 16 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2023 it gave $34K across 20 grants.
What is Random Acts of Humach Foundation's typical grant size?
Random Acts of Humach Foundation's median grant in 2024 was $250, and its average grant was $2,455, across 16 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Organizations receiving their first grant from Random Acts of Humach Foundation that year got $266 on average.
Where does Random Acts of Humach Foundation give grants?
Random Acts of Humach Foundation gives mostly in Minnesota: 78% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF went to recipients there. The next largest state was Hawaii (12%). The most frequent recipient cities were Dubuque, IA (3 grants), Dallas, TX (2 grants) and Beaumont, TX (2 grants).
Does Random Acts of Humach Foundation give general operating support?
Not in 2024: none of the 16 grants with a stated purpose on Random Acts of Humach Foundation's 2024 IRS Form 990-PF were described as general or operating support. Recurring purposes include "Community Outreach" (16 grants).
Who are Random Acts of Humach Foundation's largest grantees?
Random Acts of Humach Foundation's largest 2024 grantees include Unitedhealthcare Childrens Foundation ($30,450), HUA Momona Foundation ($4,900) and Compass to Care ($750), according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 92% of its itemized 2024 grant dollars.
How large is Random Acts of Humach Foundation?
Random Acts of Humach Foundation reported $44K in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $39K in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $3K (roughly 5% of its investment assets).
What does Random Acts of Humach Foundation fund?
The foundation’s website describes its aim as making a difference in people’s lives and helping create a kinder, more compassionate world. The 2024 grants were reported under the purpose “community outreach.” See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from Random Acts of Humach Foundation?
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 Random Acts of Humach Foundation's EIN?
Random Acts of Humach Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 81-4723305. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
Does Random Acts of Humach Foundation 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
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When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
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