Tyler Greene Fund

In memory of Tyler Greene, this fund benefits organizations and programs that promote Ability Awareness and inclusion. Ability Awareness is the skill of recognizing that what someone CAN do is more important than what they can’t do. Tyler had cerebral palsy and other disabilities, which he fully embraced, and he shared his message of Ability … Read more

Thomas and Leah Felcher Fund

This fund benefits various charitable entities, with a primary (but not exclusive) emphasis on charities located and operating in Waterloo, Iowa. 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

Steve and Margo Grimm Fund

Benefits the City of Waterloo Fire and Rescue to fund the purchase of fire equipment that enhances the safety of Waterloo residents, as determined by the Waterloo Fire Chief, and the American Red Cross to fund disaster relief in Waterloo, Iowa. There are many strategic ways to maximize giving using your currently held assets. Gifts … Read more

Sam and Janet Holden Family Fund

The purpose of the Sam and Janet Holden Family Fund is to carry out the charitable mission of the Waterloo Community Foundation by contributing resources for the betterment of the greater Waterloo, Iowa, community and its citizens. There are many strategic ways to maximize giving using your currently held assets. Gifts from your IRA, stock, … Read more

Noel “Thorny” E. Thornsberry Fund

The purpose of The Noel “Thorny” E. Thornsberry Fund is to offer financial support to the following funds managed by the Waterloo Community Foundation: LORAL Trust Fund (10%), Waterloo Youth City Council (10%), Waterloo Public Library Endowment Fund (80%). There are many strategic ways to maximize giving using your currently held assets. Gifts from your … Read more

LORAL Trust Fund for the Love of Reading and Learning

LORAL stands for the Love of Reading and Learning. The mission of this fund is to inspire and support the love of reading and learning in children and young adults, primarily, but without limitation, in Waterloo and northeast Iowa. There are many strategic ways to maximize giving using your currently held assets. Gifts from your … Read more

Leighty Family Fund

Supports interest areas such as: earth protection; food security and nutrition; local food production and sales; minimizing private vehicle transportation; inner urban renovation; efficient and economical human shelter and housing; science education; strategic volunteer engagement and organizational capacity building; general promotion of philanthropy; capital projects only at the stage where funds might influence the design … Read more

Kevin Dill Family Fund

The 3rd Annual Kevin Dill Golf Tournament is coming up on June 8, 2024. The Kevin Dill Family Fund is accepting sponsorship contributions (minimum of $150) and donations. Proceeds will benefit dementia-friendly services and programs serving Veterans and individuals with Parkinson’s. Contributions will be managed through the Kevin Dill Family Fund at the Waterloo Community … Read more

Kevin and Beth McCrindle Fund

This fund supports the educational and charitable uses of the Waterloo Community Foundation. 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 to come. If you have questions about other … Read more

Kathleen and Robert Braun Charitable Fund

This fund prioritizes organizations existing in Black Hawk County Iowa that provide assistance to educational institutions, organizations which provide for the enjoyment of the arts, and organizations which benefit the general health and welfare of the citizens. Grants may also be made to such organizations located outside of Black Hawk County Iowa in compliance with … Read more