Fueling Potential with a Donor Advised Fund

Chuck and Alice Shirey’s relationship with the Waterloo Community Foundation began with a deep-rooted desire to invest in the potential of young people in their hometown. Both native to Waterloo, they grew up in families that valued community involvement and they committed to raising their family in Waterloo too. Chuck and Alice enjoyed and appreciated … Read more

Alex J Seeley Memorial Fund

Provides support for North Star Community Services. Distributions support needs and/or opportunities which will empower individual clients and are outside of the normal operations of North Star Community Services. 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 … Read more

Windows on Waterloo Presentation about New High School Plans

The public is invited to join the Waterloo Community Foundation on Wednesday, April 3 at 11 AM for a presentation from Waterloo Schools Superintendent Dr. Jared Smith about the vision and plans for the proposed new high school in Waterloo. Community members may join this free online presentation by visiting https://wloocommunityfoundation.org/learning-opportunities/ or by contacting the Foundation’s Program … Read more

I’m Tyler Fund Spreads Message of Ability Awareness

Tyler Greene was known as a friend to all around Waterloo and was notorious for his outgoing, warm demeanor. Tyler was born with cerebral palsy and other disabilities, which he fully embraced. He spent his life sharing the message of Ability Awareness – that what someone can do is much more important than what they … Read more

Waterloo Community Foundation Announces New Board Members

The Waterloo Community Foundation is naming four new members to the Board of Directors in 2024. The Waterloo Community Foundation was established in 2015 for the long-term benefit of the community of Waterloo. The mission of the Foundation is to provide a lean, straightforward, and transparent conduit vehicle to those who wish to contribute resources … Read more

Empowering Men

The Empowering Men Project’s mission is to build a positive connection with African American males; providing guidance by offering fundamentals of life goals, helping African American males feel valued within the community they live, providing positive activities and mentoring. There are many strategic ways to maximize giving using your currently held assets. Gifts from your … Read more

Windows on Waterloo – Immigrant and Refugee Services

The public is invited to join the Waterloo Community Foundation on Wednesday, March 6 at 11 AM for a joint presentation from three local organizations – RIYO, World Grace Project, and LSI. They will be shedding light on the needs, resources, and trends within Waterloo’s immigrant and refugee community. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn and engage … Read more

Windows on Waterloo – Waterloo’s Black History with Charles Pearson

The public is invited to join the Waterloo Community Foundation on Wednesday, February 7 at 11 AM for a presentation from local historian Charles Pearson. Charles will share stories about local places, people, and events central to Black history in Waterloo. He will also share the importance of preserving this history and ideas to implement this in … Read more

2024 Scholarships Available

The Waterloo Community Foundation announces that applications are now being accepted from area high school seniors for twelve scholarships: DAVE AUMER MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP – A $500 renewable award to a graduating senior of the Waterloo Warriors hockey team. It is renewable for up to 3 consecutive years. DENAE NASH SCHOLARSHIP – This $1,000 scholarship is … Read more

Jim and Marge Polacek Family Fund

The Jim and Marge Polacek Family Fund provides support for the Waterloo Community Foundation’s discretionary grantmaking in the city of Waterloo. 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