Louis J Elbert Trust
The organization is a private foundation focused on providing scholarships primarily for graduates of Pocahontas area high schools. Its mission centers on supporting educational opportunities, particularly through funding for higher education institutions. The foundation demonstrates a commitment to enhancing access to education by granting scholarships to various colleges and universities. While it primarily serves the Pocahontas area, it also supports educational initiatives in neighboring states. The foundation's values reflect a dedication to fostering academic achievement and community development through education.
Source: Zeffy Agent · Mar 2026
Ideal Applicant
A college, community college, university financial-aid office, or local scholarship administrator that serves Pocahontas-area high school graduates and can receive and implement small, designated scholarship awards.
Good Fit
- • Administers scholarships for students from the Pocahontas area high schools.
- • Is located in Iowa or routinely serves students from that county/region.
- • Can accept restricted scholarship funds via a college financial-aid office or scholarship foundation.
- • Has an existing relationship or referral path with local trustees, the listed bank, or high‑school guidance counselors.
Geography
Giving is strongly concentrated in Iowa (about 91% of 2024 dollars), with only a couple of small out‑of‑state awards; the observed footprint is essentially in‑state/local.
Recipient Variety
The foundation funded 9 distinct recipients in 2024 and funded more (13–17) in prior years, with a mix of returning and new recipients; recipients are independent colleges and community organizations rather than affiliated entities.
New Applicants
The fund explicitly states it only funds preselected applicants even though some new recipients appear in the history; direct unsolicited applicants therefore appear unlikely to enter the portfolio without being routed through the preselection channels.
Source: Zeffy Agent · Mar 2026
