The Fountain Charitable Foundation
The Fountain Charitable Foundation is a private foundation based in Kalona, Iowa. Its 2024 filing describes charitable activity aimed at improving the lives of at-risk youth and young adults and their families in eastern Iowa through community support, safe environments, and opportunities for growth and advancement.
The Fountain Charitable Foundation at a glance
In short: The Fountain Charitable Foundation gave $66K across 10 grants in 2024 (avg $7K), mostly in North Carolina. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $65,865
- +104.8% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 10
- +25.0% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $6,587
- +63.8% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $4,250
- Total assets
- $626,868
- -6.7% vs 2023
- Primary geography
- North Carolina (52% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2024; updated October 2026.
How to apply to The Fountain Charitable 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: P O Box 538, Kalona, IA 52247
Phone: (319) 656-4122
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who The Fountain Charitable Foundation funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 9 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was Generation Impact Ministries ($33K). Together the top 9 received $65K.
Organizations only. It also paid 1 grant to individuals ($1,200), which are not listed by name.
Grant Size Distribution
96 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 96 grants of 96 (100%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The foundation’s stated direct charitable activity focuses on eastern Iowa. Its 2024 grant dollars went to recipients in multiple states; the largest shares went to North Carolina (52%) and Iowa (14%), followed by Texas (9%), Virginia (8%), and Delaware (8%).
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 10 itemized grants.
States
Cities
How The Fountain Charitable Foundation gives
- Giving held roughly steady from 2021 to 2024 (+19%). Method
From the foundation's IRS Form 990-PF filings. Methodology.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2020 to 2024, annual grant giving ranged from $30K (2020) to $66K (2024). In 2024 it made 10 grants totaling $66K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Generation Impact Ministries Charlotte, NC | Support to Aid in Funding Their Ministries | $32,501 |
| Palm Tree Productions Corinth, TX | General Support | $6,124 |
| New Life Church Wellman, IA | Support of Pastor Services for Local Church | $6,000 |
| Cadanino Inc N Chesterfield, VA | Provides after school services to 200 students from vulnerable families at two community centers in guatemala. | $5,040 |
| Eric Miller (Revival Cry International) Georgetown, DE | General Support | $5,000 |
| House of His Presence Morgantown, WV | General Support | $3,500 |
| Radius International San Diego, CA | Missionary training and cross-cultural training to establish churches among unreached people | $3,000 |
| Upper Deer Creek Church Wellman, IA | Support Church Mission Trip | $2,000 |
| Fire International Harrisburg, NC | Support of Missionary Work All Over the World | $1,500 |
| 1 grant to individuals Recipients not named | — | $1,200 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Qualifying Distributions | Net Investment Income |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $626,868 | $146,414 | $187,574 | $65,865 | 10 | $123,241 | $26 |
| 2023 | $671,753 | $98,143 | $124,211 | $32,161 | 8 | $70,548 | $18 |
| 2022 | $702,791 | $98,491 | $115,526 | $57,822 | 10 | $65,361 | $19 |
| 2021 | $724,826 | $295,445 | $94,378 | $55,572 | 37 | $63,126 | $15 |
| 2020 | $748,057 | $298,415 | $74,152 | $30,247 | 31 | — | $35 |
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated September 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
The foundation’s stated direct charitable activity is to improve the lives of at-risk youth and young adults and their families in eastern Iowa by providing community support, growth and development, safe environments for people to live and learn, and positive opportunities for growth and advancement.
Its 2024 grants included support for churches, missionary work and training, and youth services. One recipient, Generation Impact Ministries, describes its mission as preaching and teaching the Gospel of Kingdom so that people “come alive to God” and develop passion for Jesus Christ. Cadanino Inc describes its mission as serving orphaned, vulnerable, and special-needs individuals through targeted academic programs and personalized care.
Grantmaking
In filing year 2024, the foundation made 10 grants totaling $65,865. Grants ranged from $1,200 to $32,501, with a median grant of $4,250.
Notable 2024 grants included $32,501 to Generation Impact Ministries for support of its ministries; $6,124 to Palm Tree Productions for general support; $6,000 to New Life Church for pastor services for a local church; and $5,040 to Cadanino Inc for after-school services to students from vulnerable families at two community centers in Guatemala. Other grants included $5,000 to Eric Miller (Revival Cry International) for general support and $3,000 to Radius International for missionary and cross-cultural training to establish churches among unreached people.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2024 filing lists William E Evans as president. Directors listed are Rebekah Ward, Michael Evans, Julia Krammer, Ella Walker, Rachel C Richied, and Lonnie Jordan.
The Fountain Charitable Foundation is led by William E. Evans, President on every filing since 2020; none of the 7 officers listed in 2024 report compensation.
Officers on the 2024 filing
William E. Evans
President
On filings since 2020
5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Ella Walker
Director
On filings since 2020
5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Julia Krammer
Director
On filings since 2020
5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Lonnie Jordan
Director
On filings since 2020
5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Michael Evans
Director
On filings since 2020
40 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Rachel C. Richied
Director
On filings since 2020
5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Rebekah Ward
Director
On filings since 2020
5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
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 The Fountain Charitable Foundation
How much does The Fountain Charitable Foundation give each year?
The Fountain Charitable Foundation gave $66K across 10 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2023 it gave $32K across 8 grants.
What is The Fountain Charitable Foundation's typical grant size?
The Fountain Charitable Foundation's median grant in 2024 was $4,250, and its average grant was $6,587, across 10 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
Where does The Fountain Charitable Foundation give grants?
The Fountain Charitable Foundation gives mostly in North Carolina: 52% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF went to recipients there. The next largest states were Iowa (14%) and Texas (9%). The most frequent recipient cities were Wellman, IA (2 grants).
Does The Fountain Charitable Foundation give general operating support?
Yes: 30% of The Fountain Charitable Foundation's 2024 grants with a stated purpose (3 of 10) were for general or operating support, per its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
Who are The Fountain Charitable Foundation's largest grantees?
The Fountain Charitable Foundation's largest 2024 grantees include Generation Impact Ministries ($32,501), Palm Tree Productions ($6,124) and New Life Church ($6,000), according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. It also paid 1 grant to individuals ($1,200), which are not listed by name. Together they received 68% of its itemized 2024 grant dollars.
How large is The Fountain Charitable Foundation?
The Fountain Charitable Foundation reported $627K in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Its revenue that year was $146K.
What does The Fountain Charitable Foundation fund?
The foundation’s stated direct charitable activity is to improve the lives of at-risk youth and young adults and their families in eastern Iowa by providing community support, growth and development, safe environments for people to live and learn, and positive opportunities for growth and advancement. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from The Fountain Charitable 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 The Fountain Charitable Foundation's EIN?
The Fountain Charitable Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 47-2554837. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
Does The Fountain Charitable 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
(6)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2020 (received by the IRS July 27, 2021)
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2021 (received by the IRS June 30, 2022)
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2022 (received by the IRS July 14, 2023)
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2023 (received by the IRS July 8, 2024)
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2024 (received by the IRS August 26, 2025)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
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Grantable. (2026). The Fountain Charitable Foundation funder profile. GrantGraph. Retrieved October 12, 2026, from https://grantable.co/funders/the-fountain-charitable-foundation-morg_9b657051ef024bcdbb7749e9f2a0e623
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