Mulcahy Foundation
This organization is a private foundation dedicated to supporting various charitable initiatives primarily in central Iowa. Its mission focuses on enhancing community well-being through funding for public transportation, youth sports, educational programs, and environmental conservation efforts. The foundation demonstrates a commitment to arts and culture, as well as health-related causes, by supporting organizations like the Mayo Clinic and local music associations. Overall, it aims to foster community development and improve quality of life for residents in its service area.
Source: Zeffy Agent · Mar 2026
Ideal Applicant
A small or local 501(c)(3) in central Iowa with programs in community service, youth sports/recreation, arts, education, or local conservation seeking modest operating or program support.
Good Fit
- • Project or program based in central Iowa or serving Iowa communities.
- • Request size in the low-thousands up to about $10,000.
- • Activities linked to youth sports, community programming, arts, trails/outdoor projects, or local environmental stewardship.
- • 501(c)(3) status and clear local impact reporting.
- • Willingness to make an unsolicited written request or to follow up by phone to a named contact.
Geography
Observed giving is heavily concentrated in Iowa: two states appear in the record but about 97% of dollars supported Iowa organizations in the latest year.
Recipient Variety
In the latest year the foundation funded 10 distinct recipients across community foundations, youth sports, arts, schools and conservation, showing a moderate spread of independent local beneficiaries even though dollars are partly concentrated among the top five.
New Applicants
Direct turnover across years cannot be assessed from a single year of data, but the combination of 10 distinct recipients, a stated 'no specific application required' policy, and a visible mailing/phone contact suggests unfamiliar local applicants have a plausible path to seek support.
Source: Zeffy Agent · Mar 2026
