Woodward Foundation Incorporated
Woodward Foundation (EIN 42-6070224) is a private foundation based in Dubuque, IA tied to Woodward Communications (Telegraph-Herald). Public records (Form 990-PF) show recurring charitable disbursements and officers linked to Woodward Communications at 801 Bluff St, Dubuque. The foundation appears to be the giving arm represented on Woodward Communications’ official site.
Source: Website · Mar 2026
Ideal Applicant
Small-to-midsize community organizations in eastern Iowa and nearby Wisconsin/Illinois that request modest capital or program support for facilities, scholarships, community centers, human services, or local arts projects.
Good Fit
- • Project is for facilities, equipment, capital, or a scholarship program.
- • Organization is based in or serves Dubuque/other Iowa communities or nearby WI/IL localities.
- • Request size fits the foundation’s typical grant range (roughly $2K–$25K, median around $5K–$6K).
- • Ability to demonstrate local impact and partnership with community stakeholders.
- • Willingness to follow stated submission route and deadlines (email/application form).
Geography
Observed grants span three states (IA, WI, IL) but are regionally concentrated: Iowa received about 64% of 2023 dollars, indicating a regional/state-level footprint rather than a broad national program.
Recipient Variety
The latest year shows 12 distinct recipients across community, education, and cultural organizations; seven new grantees appeared in 2023 while five repeated, supporting a materially broad and independent recipient set for a small private foundation.
New Applicants
Public application instructions and deadlines are published and the foundation added seven new recipients in 2023, so unfamiliar organizations that match the local program focus appear plausibly able to enter the portfolio; the conclusion is supported by two years of observed activity.
Source: Zeffy Agent · Mar 2026
