Greater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation

Greater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation For 75 years, the Greater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation has worked to improve the quality of life in Linn County, Iowa.

In 2024, the Greater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation celebrates 75 years of working to improve the quality of life in Linn County, Iowa. We partner with donors, funders, and other community collaborators to achieve high-impact philanthropy; support nonprofit organizations that address our community’s needs and opportunities; and convene people to learn, share ideas, and develop solutions for the

future. The Community Foundation is a public, nonprofit organization with over $212 million in assets and over 1,000 different charitable funds.

The Community Foundation recently awarded $4.6 million in grants to 352 nonprofit organizations! This includes $408,500 ...
06/05/2026

The Community Foundation recently awarded $4.6 million in grants to 352 nonprofit organizations! This includes $408,500 granted from the GreatAmerica Competitive Donor-Advised Fund to 37 local organizations. These awards also include competitive grants from the spring grant cycle, as well as Rapid Response Grants and distributions from donor-advised, designated, scholarship and nonprofit funds. Thank you, GreatAmerica, for your continued generosity, and congratulations to all grantees. Find a full list of recent grant awards here: https://buff.ly/XWTrJYR

The Community Foundation recently awarded $4.6 million in grants to 352 nonprofit organizations! These awards include co...
06/03/2026

The Community Foundation recently awarded $4.6 million in grants to 352 nonprofit organizations! These awards include competitive grants from the spring grant cycle, as well as Rapid Response Grants and distributions from donor-advised, designated, scholarship and nonprofit funds. Rapid Response Grants help nonprofits cover emergency expenses or take advantage of emerging opportunities. Congratulations to all grantees, and thanks for the great work you do for our community! Find a full list of recent grantees here: https://www.gcrcf.org/resources-for-nonprofit-organizations-serving-linn-county-iowa/grants/recent-grant-awards/2026-grant-awards/

The Community Foundation recently approved $4.6 million in grants to 352 nonprofit organizations! These awards include c...
06/02/2026

The Community Foundation recently approved $4.6 million in grants to 352 nonprofit organizations! These awards include competitive grants from the spring grant cycle, as well as Rapid Response Grants and distributions from donor-advised, designated, scholarship and nonprofit funds. The competitive grant programs, like the Organization Support Grants, are supported by the Greater Good Fund, Field of Interest funds, and Community Foundation donors. These grant opportunities are designed to support a wide range of programs, projects, and organizations that serve Linn County. Find a full list of recent grantees here: https://buff.ly/XWTrJYR

The Board of Directors of the Greater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation recently approved $4.6 million in grants to 352 ...
06/01/2026

The Board of Directors of the Greater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation recently approved $4.6 million in grants to 352 nonprofit organizations! These awards include competitive grants from the spring grant cycle, as well as Rapid Response Grants and distributions from donor-advised, designated, scholarship and nonprofit funds. The competitive grant programs, like the Program Support Grants, are supported by the Greater Good Fund, Field of Interest funds, and Community Foundation donors. These grant opportunities are designed to support a wide range of programs, projects, and organizations that serve Linn County. Congratulations to all grantees—find a full list of them here: https://buff.ly/XWTrJYR

We’ve partnered with the Southeast Linn Community Center and United Way of East Central Iowa to host a free screening of...
06/01/2026

We’ve partnered with the Southeast Linn Community Center and United Way of East Central Iowa to host a free screening of the film UnCharitable at Mount Vernon’s Bijou Movie Theater. UnCharitable is a powerful and thought-provoking documentary that examines the realities of philanthropy and challenges conventional thinking about giving. Join us on Monday, June 22, 2026 at 6:00 p.m. Admission is free and open to the public, but registration is required. Donors and community members will leave with fresh insight into how effective philanthropy can strengthen communities! Register here: https://nam12.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fdocs.google.com%2Fforms%2Fd%2Fe%2F1FAIpQLSee4KkaBNs6eSa9KRKjuIZeh_QJiWjVtTefVE84ym3xppdtsw%2Fviewform&data=05%7C02%7Cdylan.cooley%40gcrcf.org%7Cc0916360b4984ef6ceda08debff1e9ef%7Cc057518d4b044074a2ba268bb1d23a9f%7C0%7C0%7C639159242943548233%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=dEGutOMqNGi8KxEHkoZnCfdoYvw070dgLaZ6heI6UGs%3D&reserved=0

05/29/2026

A day in the life of our President & CEO, Karla Twedt-Ball✨

One of the best parts of this work is that no two days look the same. From connecting with nonprofit leaders and community partners, to celebrating the incredible people making a difference across our county, Karla‘s days are filled with purpose, collaboration, and impact.

At the Community Foundation, we are grateful to spend every day learning from and working alongside people who care deeply about our community.💙

Happy Memorial Day, Linn County ❤️ 🤍 💙
05/25/2026

Happy Memorial Day, Linn County ❤️ 🤍 💙

Earlier this year, we partnered with United Way of East Central Iowa to conduct a survey of local nonprofit sector, and ...
05/20/2026

Earlier this year, we partnered with United Way of East Central Iowa to conduct a survey of local nonprofit sector, and the results are telling. Linn County nonprofits are seeing increased demand for services, even as funding streams face cuts. This survey followed a similar one conducted last year, and the data shows a clear trend—nonprofits are facing more and more challenges to serving you. Learn more about the nonprofits serving Linn county here: https://buff.ly/PkqnLYs

Nonprofits—mark your calendars! Several Competitive Donor-Advised Funds at the Community Foundation are accepting applic...
05/15/2026

Nonprofits—mark your calendars! Several Competitive Donor-Advised Funds at the Community Foundation are accepting applications this summer, including the new Bruce and Judy McGrath Family Fund. Applications will be accepted from June 2 to July 2. Find a full list of grant opportunities here: https://buff.ly/sNJDyXx

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324 3rd Street SE
Cedar Rapids, IA
52401

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Friday 8:30am - 4:30pm

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(319) 366-2862

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