Funds

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

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 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

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

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

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

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

The Hellman Family believes that youth who participate in athletic programming learn important values that serve them well for a lifetime. This Fund benefits youth athletics 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 … Read more

This fund honors the legacy of Harry and Polly Slife who were life-long community supporters of Waterloo and the greater Cedar Valley. They gave generously of their time and resources to many community organizations. Grants from this fund support qualified programs and projects that meet community needs and benefit the health and welfare of Waterloo … Read more