Pella Rolscreen Foundation
The organization is a private foundation dedicated to supporting various charitable causes, primarily focused on education, community development, and food security. Its mission is reflected in its funding of scholarships, general operations for community organizations, and initiatives aimed at preserving local history and culture. The foundation serves a diverse range of recipients, including educational institutions, food banks, and community centers. It primarily operates within the areas where employees of Pella Corporation reside, emphasizing a commitment to local impact.
Source: Zeffy Agent · Mar 2026
Ideal Applicant
Small-to-mid sized community nonprofits, scholarship programs, or local service organizations located where Pella Corporation employees live (primarily Iowa) seeking general operating or scholarship support.
Good Fit
- • Organization is located in Iowa or in a community where Pella employees reside.
- • Request is for general operating support, scholarships, or routine program costs.
- • Typical grant size is modest (many awards under $5K, with occasional larger scholarships).
- • Ability to apply via mail/phone and to document local/employee connections or local impact.
Geography
Grants reach organizations in more than 30 states in observed years, but giving is strongly concentrated in Iowa (about 73% of dollars).
Recipient Variety
The latest year shows several hundred distinct grantees (434), indicating a broad and diverse recipient set rather than a tiny closed circle.
New Applicants
Behavioral evidence shows regular new entrants (roughly 37% new recipients in the latest year), and the filing includes rolling, no‑form submission instructions, so unfamiliar applicants appear plausibly able to enter the portfolio.
Source: Zeffy Agent · Mar 2026
