Black Hawk County Bar Association Scholarship Fund Investing In Future Legal Professionals

The Waterloo Community Foundation is proud to partner with the Black Hawk County Bar Association (BHCBA) to announce the establishment of the Black Hawk County Bar Association Scholarship Fund. This scholarship is designed to invest in the future of legal professionals as they pursue their education. Each year, the scholarship will provide two $1,500 awards … Read more

Scholarships Available 2025

Scholarship applications are now open for high school seniors graduating in 2025! We administer multiple scholarship funds, all started by donors who want to ensure students can continue their education at a college, university, trade school, or community college. With just one common application to complete, students will be matched with scholarship opportunities they are … Read more

Windows on Waterloo – Waterloo Career Center

Join us Wednesday, January 8 at 11 AM for an online Windows on Waterloo presentation! The Waterloo Career Center is a unique feature in our community that gives students hands-on Career Technical Education that prepares them for the future. The opportunities available through the Career Center have been top of mind over the last year … Read more

Sisters Fuel Hope with Generous Gift

Janet Holden and Jane Rohlf, sisters with a shared passion for community impact, recently made a generous contribution to House of Hope’s Extending Hope Capital Campaign. Together with their husbands, L. Sam Holden and Ted Boyer, both manage Donor Advised Funds through the Waterloo Community Foundation. They credit this relationship for connecting them with the … Read more

Your Generosity Brings People Together

Waterloo’s diversity is one of our greatest strengths. We thrive through collaboration and shared vision – your gifts bring people together to make a difference in our community! The Waterloo Community Foundation supported the transformation of Highland Park’s underutilized greenspace into a flourishing community garden through partnerships with Black Hawk County Public Health, the City of Waterloo, UNI CEEE, and … Read more

Waterloo Community Playhouse Special Project Fund

This fund supports the enhancement and replacement of vital equipment, the growth of new and expanding programs, and other special initiatives chosen by the Waterloo Community Playhouse and Black Hawk Children’s Theatre. There are many strategic ways to maximize giving using your currently held assets. Gifts from your IRA, stock, corn/grain, or estate make a … Read more

Panicucci Family Fund

The Panicucci Family Fund provides support for organizations and programs improving the health and well-being of residents in the Cedar Valley. There are many strategic ways to maximize giving using your currently held assets. Gifts from your IRA, stock, corn/grain, or estate make a lasting impact in our community, not only today but for generations … Read more

HH Foundation Fund

Distributions from the HH Foundation (Marilyn Ganrude Hayes and Rick Hurtado) Fund will be granted in perpetuity to designated organizations who make a profound impact in our community. There are many strategic ways to maximize giving using your currently held assets. Gifts from your IRA, stock, corn/grain, or estate make a lasting impact in our … Read more

The Maitri Initiative of Gray Lane

Through free and low-cost classes and activities held year-round, The Maitri Initiative brings yoga to individuals who may otherwise lack access. The initiative fosters equity and belonging in the wellness community. There are many strategic ways to maximize giving using your currently held assets. Gifts from your IRA, stock, corn/grain, or estate make a lasting … Read more

Announcing 2024 Grant Recipients

This year, the Waterloo Community Foundation awarded $50,000 to nonprofit organizations through our competitive grant process. We received applications from qualified organizations for projects or programs that benefit the community of Waterloo in one of four areas: health and human services, arts and culture, education, and economic development. After careful consideration of the volunteer Grants … Read more