2026-09-02T08:16:23-07:00 2025-12-31 420331840 Iowa Farm Bureau Federation 5400 University Ave West Des Moines IA 50266 990 2025-01-01 420685010 Iowa Farm Bureau Federation IOWA 7122625708 508 Grand Ave Spencer IA 51301 Casey Schomaker President 7122625708 2026-09-02 true Timothy Bigley P03143640 5152255400 2025 Clay County Farm Bureau Casey Schomaker 508 Grand Ave Spencer IA 51301 101028 false 0626 X N/A X 1913 IA To create a vibrant future for agriculture, farm families and their communities. 12 12 1 305 0 0 13149 15629 42770 41125 29986 38723 0 85905 95477 3336 7283 0 13783 13803 0 0 64175 65187 81294 86273 4611 9204 1173175 1192914 3853 4044 1169322 1188870 X To create a vibrant future for agriculture, farm families and their communities. false false See Schedule O. See Schedule O. See Schedule O. false true false true false false false false true true true false false false false false false false false false false false false false false false false false false false false false false false false false false false false false false false false true 1 0 true 1 true false false false false false false false false X 12 12 true false false false true true true true true false false true true true true true true false false false X Anthony Myers Treasurer 7122625708 508 Grand Ave Spencer IA 51301 Casey Schomaker President 2.50 X X 0 0 0 Tyler Tessum Vice President 2.50 X X 0 0 0 Barb Schomaker Secretary 2.50 X X 0 0 0 Anthony Myers Treasurer 2.50 X X 0 0 0 Kevin Goeken Voting Delegate 2.50 X X 0 0 0 Mike Maurer Director 1.50 X 0 0 0 Ray Foerster Director 1.50 X 0 0 0 Ben Pullen Director 1.50 X 0 0 150 Tim Schwenneker Director 1.50 X 0 0 0 Nick Smith Director 1.50 X 0 0 0 Leo Stephas Director 1.50 X 0 0 0 Gina White Director (11/25) 1.50 X 0 0 0 0 0 150 false false false 14229 1400 15629 Membership dues 813910 41125 0 0 41125 35159 0 35159 9115 5551 3564 3564 0 0 3564 95477 41125 0 38723 5283 0 2000 0 150 0 0 0 12644 0 0 0 1009 0 0 0 875 0 0 0 1125 0 0 0 754 0 0 0 15718 0 0 0 780 0 0 0 5346 0 0 0 5019 0 0 0 4652 0 0 0 6850 0 0 0 19250 0 0 0 559 0 0 0 Dues and subscriptions 2687 0 0 0 Membership acquisition 839 0 0 0 Other program services 731 0 0 0 Miscellaneous 2 0 0 0 86273 0 0 0 79314 31313 2106 1583 289 689 689 0 0 32262 93854 1059493 1065875 1173175 1192914 3853 4044 3853 4044 X 1169322 1188870 1169322 1188870 1173175 1192914 9204 10344 X false false false RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED true false false Other Part III-A, Line 1. 90% of dues came from persons, families, or entities who paid annual dues of $143 or less in 2025. See Rev. Proc. 2024-40. 1065494 63842 25845 197 1103294 1035200 55670 25215 161 1065494 1006715 53223 24600 138 1035200 0 995176 11539 1006715 1.00000 false false 0 0 689 689 0 0 FBL Deferred Annuity Investment 70699 F CFBRDT, LLC 995176 C 1065875 Pt V, Line 4 The Board designated funds are invested in a diversified portfolio that will provide a source of investment income to support the Organizations programs on a long-term basis. Pt VI, Line 6 The organization has members. Any person may be a county Farm Bureau member. All county Farm Bureau members have voting rights and the same access to member benefits. Pt VI, Line 7a The organizations members elect the Board of Directors. Pt VI, Line 7b Certain rights are reserved to members of the organization, including: 1) elect the Board of Directors, including the voting delegate to the Iowa Farm Bureau Federation, 2) adopt amendments to the Articles of Incorporation, and 3) adopt amendments to those bylaws designated as member bylaws. Pt VI, Line 11b A complete copy of Form 990 is provided to members of the governing body for review prior to filing. The return is then signed by an authorized officer and filed with the IRS. Pt VI, Line 12c On an annual basis, all officers, directors, and key employees are required to sign a statement which affirms that they have: 1) received a copy of the conflict of interest policy, 2) read and understood the policy, 3) agreed to comply with the policy, 4) understand that the Organization is tax-exempt and in order to maintain its federal tax exemption it must engage primarily in activities which accomplish its tax-exempt purpose. A sub-committee, comprised of non-conflicted Board of Directors, annually receives all conflict of interest information, reviews, and determines if there are conflicts of interest. The committee then reports its findings back to the Board. Pt VI, Line 19 The Organization does not make its governing documents, conflict of interest policy, or financial statements available for public inspection. Pursuant to state law, some documents may be available to members. Other Part III, Line 4a - Policy - The organization functions as a grassroots network for engaging in local, state and federal public policy, education and communications that impact their membership. Throughout the year, legislative town halls are attended to advocate for agriculture. An annual survey is distributed to members to obtain thoughts and opinions on issues affecting them. Legislative meetings and policy education sessions were hosted for members both in person and virtually throughout the year to help members understand issues facing agriculture today. Other Part III, Line 4b - Ag Promotion - The organization promoted agriculture to members and the general public in various ways. The organization employs an educator that visits all elementary schools in the county and assists with programming at the public libraries in the county that promotes the industry of agriculture by telling about the food, fiber and fuel produced locally for the benefit of consumers domestically and globally. The organization hosts an annual appreciation meal and social gathering for all members. Another activity sponsored by the organization is the grocery shopping spree done at a local grocery store that benefits the food bank that serves all residents in the county. This shopping spree and food donation is broadcast live on the local radio station for an excellent outreach vehicle. The organization also uses financial and volunteer resources to promote agriculture through various public activities and sponsors a highly trafficked educational space that highlights the industry of agriculture at the county fair. Scholarships were also awarded by the Organization to eligible high school seniors. Other Part III, Line 4c - Membership - The County Farm Bureau operates a membership program that provides members with access to educational resources, industry updates, and opportunities for professional engagement. During the year, the County Farm Bureau served members, offering a structured platform for networking, training, and participation in mission-aligned initiatives. Membership benefits included access to educational workshops, digital publications, volunteer opportunities, and member-only events, all designed to support the professional growth and community involvement of participants. The organization also hosted workshops, webinars, and community events. Membership revenue supports the organizations broader mission by funding outreach efforts, program development and operations. The membership program promotes engagement, strengthens community connections and expands awareness of the organizations activities. Pt VI, Line 2 Barb Schomaker and Casey Schomaker have a family relationship. Form 990, Part IX, Line 11g Contract labor 15718.