WEST DES MOINES, IA

Athene Charitable Foundation

Quick Facts

EIN: 421431745
Location: WEST DES MOINES, IA
Phone: (800) 315-3346
Category: Philanthropy & Grantmaking
Total Assets: $3.9M
Annual Income: $6.5M
IRS Ruling Year: 1995
Organization Type: Non-Operating Foundation
Principal Officer: % Rona Berinobis
Tax Deductibility: Contributions are deductible

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About This Foundation

Athene Charitable Foundation is a private corporation based in WEST DES MOINES, IA. The foundation received its IRS ruling in 1995. The principal officer is % Rona Berinobis. It holds total assets of $3.9M. Annual income is reported at $6.5M. OUR COATS AND BOOTS PROGRAM HELPS PREPARE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL CHILDREN FOR THE HARSH IOWA WINTER BY DONATING WINTER CLOTHES TO DES MOINES' MOST NEEDY FAMILIES. According to available records, Athene Charitable Foundation has made 385 grants totaling $8.9M, with a median grant of $1K. Annual giving has grown from $643K in 2020 to $3.2M in 2023. Grantmaking activity was highest in 2022 with $4.1M distributed across 132 grants. Individual grants have ranged from $10 to $1.2M, with an average award of $23K. The foundation has supported 154 unique organizations. The foundation primarily supports organizations in Iowa, Michigan, Pennsylvania, which account for 82% of all grants. Grantmaking reaches organizations across 18 states. Contributions to this foundation are tax-deductible.

Application Information

Deadline

NO SUBMISSION DEADLINE.

Restrictions

THE FOLLOWING LIST IS REQUIRED IN ORDER TO RECEIVE A GRANT: - BE A 501(C)(3) TAX EXEMPT ORGANIZATION OR THE FOREIGN PUBLIC CHARITY EQUIVALENT AS WELL AS GOVERNMENT INSTRUMENTALITIES (FOR CHARITABLE PURPOSES). - BE REGISTERED WITH THE SECRETARY OF STATE'S OFFICE IN THE STATE WHERE THE ORGANIZATION IS LOCATED. - BE BASED IN AND SERVE COMMUNITIES WHERE ATHENE EMPLOYEES LIVE AND WORK. - HAVE GOALS, EFFORTS OR ACTIVITIES THAT ARE ALIGNED WITH ONE OF ATHENE'S PILLARS - EDUCATION, HUMAN SEVICES, HEALTH & WELLNESS, ENVIRONMENTAL SUSTAINABILITY. - HAVE MISSION AND VALUES THAT ALIGN WITH THE FOUNDATION'S AND ATHENE'S MISSION AND VALUES, INCLUDING SUPPORTING DIVERSITY, EQUITY AND INCLUSION. - AGREE TO PROVIDE A POST-EVENT SUCCESS REPORT (WHAT WAS ACHIEVED WITH THE FOUNDATION'S DONATION).

Programs & Activities

OUR COATS AND BOOTS PROGRAM HELPS PREPARE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL CHILDREN FOR THE HARSH IOWA WINTER BY DONATING WINTER CLOTHES TO DES MOINES' MOST NEEDY FAMILIES.

Expenses: $88K

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Athene Charitable Foundation fund?

OUR COATS AND BOOTS PROGRAM HELPS PREPARE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL CHILDREN FOR THE HARSH IOWA WINTER BY DONATING WINTER CLOTHES TO DES MOINES' MOST NEEDY FAMILIES. Based on available records, the foundation has funded 385 grants. Its grantmaking reaches organizations primarily in IA, MI, PA.

How much does Athene Charitable Foundation give in grants?

Athene Charitable Foundation has distributed a total of $8.9M across 385 grants. The median grant size is $1K, with an average of $23K. Individual grants have ranged from $10 to $1.2M.

How do I apply for a grant from Athene Charitable Foundation?

The application deadline is NO SUBMISSION DEADLINE.. THE FOLLOWING LIST IS REQUIRED IN ORDER TO RECEIVE A GRANT: - BE A 501(C)(3) TAX EXEMPT ORGANIZATION OR THE FOREIGN PUBLIC CHARITY EQUIVALENT AS WELL AS GOVERNMENT INSTRUMENTALITIES (FOR CHARITABLE PURPOSES). - BE REGISTERED WITH THE SECRETARY OF STATE'S OFFICE IN THE STATE WHERE THE ORGANIZATION IS LOCATED. - BE BASED IN AND SERVE COMMUNITIES WHERE ATHENE EMPLOYEES LIVE AND WORK. - HAVE GOALS, EFFORTS OR ACTIVITIES THAT ARE ALIGNED WITH ONE OF ATHENE'S PILLARS - EDUCATION, HUMAN SEVICES, HEALTH & WELLNESS, ENVIRONMENTAL SUSTAINABILITY. - HAVE MISSION AND VALUES THAT ALIGN WITH THE FOUNDATION'S AND ATHENE'S MISSION AND VALUES, INCLUDING SUPPORTING DIVERSITY, EQUITY AND INCLUSION. - AGREE TO PROVIDE A POST-EVENT SUCCESS REPORT (WHAT WAS ACHIEVED WITH THE FOUNDATION'S DONATION).

Where is Athene Charitable Foundation located?

Athene Charitable Foundation is headquartered in WEST DES MOINES, IA. While based in IA, the foundation distributes grants to organizations across 18 states.

990 Tax Filings

Year	Return Type	PDF
2023	990PF	View
2022	990PF	View
2021	990PF	View
2020	990PF

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Financial Overview

Total Giving

$3.3M

2023+55%

Total Assets

$4.4M

2023+22%

Fair Market Value

$4.7M

2023

Net Worth

$4.4M

2023

Grants Paid

$3.2M

2023

Contributions

$4M

2023

Net Investment Income

$83K

2023

Distribution Amount

$308K

2023

Total Giving by Year

Asset Growth

Revenue Over Time

Liabilities Over Time

Investment Portfolio (2023)

Total: $3.4M

Corporate Stock (78%)

Cash (22%)

Revenue Sources (2023)

Contributions: $4M
Dividends: $84K
Capital Gains (Net): $4

Financial Details (2023)

Total Revenue: $4.1M
Total Expenses: $3.3M
Exempt Purpose Expenses: $3.3M
Required Distribution: $308K
Undistributed Income: $0
Total Liabilities: $1
Excise Tax: $1K

Foundation Classification (2023)

Operating FoundationNo

Grants to IndividualsNo

Non-Charity GrantsNo

Lobbying ActivityNo

Excess Business HoldingsNo

Grantmaking Insights

Total Grants

385

Total Giving

$8.9M

Average Grant

$23K

Median Grant

$1K

Unique Recipients

154

Most Common Grant

$1K

Grant Disbursements by Year

Grant Range

Min$10

Max$1.2M

Median: $1K

Smallest grantLargest grant

Openness to New Grantees (2023)

of 2023 grantees were first-time recipients

Grant Size Distribution

Geographic Distribution of Grants

IA$8.2M (296)

MI$307K (4)

PA$261K (15)

NY$61K (19)

CT$25K (3)

CA$13K (10)

Past Grantees

Recipient	Location	Amount	Year
Big Brothers Big SistersCIVIC & COMMUNITY	Clive, IA	$20K	2023
Jesse J Sanctuary FoundationCIVIC & COMMUNITY	Prole, IA	$1K	2023
Great Outdoors FoundationCIVIC & COMMUNITY	Des Moines, IA	$1.2M	2023
United Way Of Central IowaCIVIC & COMMUNITY	Des Moines, IA	$1.2M	2023
Greater Des Moines Habitat For HumanityCIVIC & COMMUNITY