Iowa State University Foundation

The Iowa State University Foundation, established in 1980 and located at 2505 University Boulevard in Ames, is a nonprofit organization that aligns donor passion and generosity to advance Iowa State University’s land-grant ideals through fundraising, fund management, and donor stewardship. The foundation maximizes philanthropy in support of the university’s students, faculty, facilities, and programs, distributing over $165 million in grants in 2024 to support scholarships, fellowships, faculty positions, research opportunities, and campus facilities.