Project: Joice Library Book ShelvingWorth County Community FoundationAfter a 2018 fire destroyed the building that housed city hall, the library, and the community center, the city of Joice rebuilt. The library is considered the heart...

Project: Kids PLAY–Playground for Lincoln Area YouthCerro Gordo County Community FoundationMovement and outdoor play are critical to a child’s learning and development. With no playground access, Lincoln Intermediate School found that nearly 50% of its...

Kaye Englin, CFNEIA President & CEOYou never cease to amaze us. The Community Foundation of Northeast Iowa and our affiliates are in awe of the people like you who passionately believe in creating vibrant places...

If you visit Charles City and ask someone about Dean and Marcie Andrews, chances are they’ll have a story or are friends, and they’ll definitely know the couple who have spent over 40 years working...

Since 2010, over 2,500 refugees from Myanmar (formerly Burma) have come to the Cedar Valley seeking a new start after fleeing from violence and ethnic persecution. The community has become a welcome home, continuing to...

One Cedar Valley is not an organization many have heard of yet, and though its name is new, its story began as a call for action after the 2018 24/7 Wall Street report naming Waterloo...

Iowa is known for its breathtaking beauty – rolling farmland, shaded woods, and tall prairie grasses adorned with wildflowers. The sights and sounds of nature create a serene experience for all to enjoy. One organization...

Since the standard deduction was doubled in 2018, many donors may no longer collect the necessary deductions to surpass the new standard deduction threshold. A tax-smart strategy to overcome this is called “bunching,” where a...

Appreciated stock can be a tax-effective gift. Consider a year end gift of appreciated stock. Your gift of stock, donated directly to the Community Foundation, will not trigger capital gains tax and you will receive...