Iowa Irish Fest Fund

The Iowa Irish Fest Fund was established to support and strengthen Iowa Irish Fest in Waterloo, the state’s largest Irish celebration since 2006. 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 … Read more

Chiles Orchestral Advancement Fund*

This fund strengthens and expands orchestral music Waterloo, Iowa and the Cedar Valley through education, professional excellence, and private-sector engagement. The Fund focuses on building a sustainable pipeline of musicians, elevating the quality of orchestral performance, and fostering a vibrant, accessible regional orchestral ecosystem for the entire community. * Gifts to this fund are eligible … Read more

Waterloo Public Library Endowment Fund*

This fund provides support for the Waterloo Public Library to fulfill the mission of providing free access to information, education, and recreation in a welcoming environment. * Gifts to this fund are eligible for the Endow Iowa 25% State Tax Credit. As a nationally accredited community foundation, we are proud to offer this program, which … Read more

Waterloo Handball Initiative

This fund provides support for the development of a new outdoor handball court at Byrnes Park in 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 to come. If … Read more

Walnut Neighborhood Park & Place Designated Fund

This fund supports the development of a new park and playground in the Walnut Neighborhood in partnership with Link CCD. In addition to park construction, the fund also contributes to neighborhood safety initiatives, decorative banners, and beautification projects that enhance the overall community environment. There are many strategic ways to maximize giving using your currently … Read more

Forever Trojans Fund

The Forever Trojans Fund supports athletic programs and facilities at East High School in Waterloo, Iowa, with a continued focus on the current East High location—even if a future merger with West High School occurs. Grants are recommended by an advisory committee to ensure support across athletic programs. There are many strategic ways to maximize … Read more

Sailor Nation, Inc. Fund

Established to support Sailor Nation, Inc., an independent organization dedicated to enriching the student experience at Cedar Valley Catholic Schools. The primary focus is the renovation and ongoing maintenance of the Galloway Park baseball diamond in Waterloo, Iowa. Additional funds may be used for other charitable youth initiatives backed by Sailor Nation, Inc. There are … Read more

GO! Transportation Fund

GO! Transportation provides safe, reliable transportation to nonprofit organizations serving young people in our community, increasing access to activities and services for all of our community’s youngest citizens. 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

Chuck Stilwill Scholarship for Performing Arts

The Chuck Stilwill Scholarship for Performing Arts is a $1,000 annual award supporting students with a passion for theatre and the arts. The scholarship is open to graduating seniors, or past graduates from accredited high schools in select Iowa counties, who are pursuing full-time studies at a not-for-profit college or university. Preference is given to … Read more

R. Michael Ingraham Scholarship for Technical Theater

A $1,000 annual scholarship award supporting students pursuing careers in technical theater. Eligible applicants include graduating seniors or past graduates from high schools in Black Hawk, Benton, Bremer, Buchanan, Butler, Grundy, or Tama County who are enrolled full-time at a not-for-profit 2- or 4-year college or university. Preference is given to those with experience at … Read more