Providing Long Term Support for Cedar Bend Humane Society

Cedar Bend Humane Society is an open-admission, full-service animal shelter in Black Hawk County. They accept all animals regardless of age, breed, behavior, or health and make every effort to give them a loving home. The Waterloo Community Foundation is pleased to announce the establishment of the Cedar Bend Humane Society Endowment Fund. An anonymous … Read more

Black Hawk County Bar Association Scholarship Fund

Two scholarships awarded to students attending an accredited High School in Black Hawk County pursuing a career in the legal field and planning to attend a 2 or 4-year accredited post-secondary institution in Iowa. There are many strategic ways to maximize giving using your currently held assets. Gifts from your IRA, stock, corn/grain, or estate … Read more

Mother Moon Service Scholarship Fund

The scholarship was established in honor of Mother Moon, who raised not only her 10 children, but was a de facto mother to many poor, disadvantaged and other neighborhood kids, including Ike Leighty. This scholarship will recognize students who are quietly and actively engaged in their community. Seven $1,000 scholarships will be awarded annually in … Read more

Cedar Valley Hospice Waterloo Endowment Fund Established with Waterloo Community Foundation

The Waterloo Community Foundation is pleased to announce the establishment of the Cedar Valley Hospice Waterloo Endowment Fund. An anonymous donor has generously contributed the initial funds to create this long-term endowment, designated specifically for services in Waterloo. Cedar Valley Hospice is Northeast Iowa’s leading expert in hospice and palliative care. Their team of professionals … Read more

Your Legacy in Waterloo

We know how quickly and how deeply this city and its culture become a part of you because it’s part of us too. We want to help you create a legacy that reflects your love of Waterloo! This year, we are excited to introduce you to our brand-new Legacy Society, which recognizes the forward-thinking individuals who have … Read more

Windows on Waterloo Presentation featuring Katy Susong, President and CEO of Grow Cedar Valley

The public is invited to join the Waterloo Community Foundation on Wednesday, October 2 at 11 AM for a Windows on Waterloo presentation. This presentation features Katy Susong, President and CEO of Grow Cedar Valley. Katy will share about Grow Cedar Valley’s work and economic development in Waterloo. Community members may join this free online presentation by … Read more

Celebrating $5 million in Assets

We are celebrating another big milestone at the Waterloo Community Foundation – $5 million in assets under management! We invited our Board members and Founders to celebrate this accomplishment together. In 2015, a group of individuals who love Waterloo came together to establish a community foundation focused specifically on the needs and future of our city. It … Read more

Windows on Waterloo Presentation featuring House of Hope

The public is invited to join the Waterloo Community Foundation on Wednesday, September 4 at 11 AM for a Windows on Waterloo presentation. This presentation features House of Hope, a local nonprofit that provides transformational programming for single mothers in our community. They recently broke ground on a new Empowerment Center that allows for the expansion of … Read more

Waterloo Public Library Endowment Fund Established by Anonymous Donor

We are pleased to announce the establishment of the Waterloo Public Library Endowment Fund with the Waterloo Community Foundation! An anonymous donor has generously contributed the initial funds to create this endowment. The Waterloo Public Library has been supporting and addressing the needs and interests of our community for over 125 years. This fund will provide long-term, sustainable support to … Read more

West High School Class of 1976 Memorial Scholarship Fund

The West High School Class of 1976 Memorial Scholarship is established in memory of fellow classmates. Donations may be made to the general fund or in memory of a specific classmate. The scholarship is awarded to a West High School student pursuing advanced education. Applicants must be enrolled in a 2 or 4-year institution in … Read more