Margaret Ann Enderlein Scholarship

This renewable scholarship supports post-secondary education of students graduating from an accredited high school in Waterloo, planning to attend a 4-year institution as a full or part-time student in Iowa. This scholarship is renewable for up to four years. There are many strategic ways to maximize giving using your currently held assets. Gifts from your … Read more

Park Educational Scholarship Fund

This scholarship supports post-secondary education of students who may not otherwise be able to attend. Eligible students are graduating from an accredited high school in Waterloo, planning to attend a 2 or 4-year institution as a full or part-time student. They demonstrate positive engagement in their studies and extra-curricular activities, including volunteer service. They also … Read more

Windows on Waterloo Presentation to showcase downtown Waterloo revitalization

The public is invited to join the Waterloo Community Foundation on Wednesday, July 3 at 11 AM for a Windows on Waterloo presentation. This presentation focuses on the background of revitalization in the downtown and Waterloo’s transformative accomplishments over the past 20+ years, thanks to a consistent vision, committed leadership, and a successful Public-Private Partnership. Catalytic downtown … Read more

Windows on Waterloo Presentation To Highlight My Waterloo Days and Waterloo Youth City Council

The public is invited to join the Waterloo Community Foundation on Wednesday, June 5 at 11 AM for a Windows on Waterloo presentation. Tavis Hall, Executive Director of Experience Waterloo, will preview My Waterloo Days and share what he is looking forward to. Additionally, Waterloo Youth City Council will join us to share how their programming is … Read more

Waterloo Community Foundation Awarding $50,000 to Local Nonprofits at Celebrate Waterloo Event

On Thursday, May 16, the Waterloo Community Foundation will gather for Celebrate Waterloo, an annual Grant Recipient and Donor Recognition Event, at the Hawkeye Community College Van G Miller Adult Learning Center. The Foundation will recognize nine nonprofits that received a total of $50,000 in competitive grant funds in 2024. This past fall, the Foundation … Read more

Waterloo Community Foundation Announces 2024 Scholarship Recipients

The Waterloo Community Foundation is awarding $26,500 in scholarships through its 2024 scholarship program. Scholarships are offered annually for high school seniors attending a post-secondary institution in the fall and each has its own eligibility requirements. The Foundation works alongside various donors to establish funds, determine eligibility requirements, and select recipients. Waterloo Community Foundation Executive … Read more

Union Block Open House

Thank you for joining us for an Open House and Ribbon Cutting at our new office space in the Union Block building! We are excited to be in a common suite with Black Hawk County Gaming Association, McElroy Trust, and Otto Schoitz Foundation in the heart of downtown Waterloo at 114 East 4th Street. For the … Read more

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