01/03/2025
2024 was a great year of giving for the Clay County Community Foundation!
Clay County, Iowa – The Clay County Community Foundation (CCCF) is pleased to share its 2024 Year-End Report, highlighting its commitment to improving the quality of life for residents of Clay County through grantmaking, community engagement, and strategic partnerships. With a focus on building a brighter future for all, the Foundation’s impact has been felt across a wide range of sectors, from education and health to arts, culture, and local infrastructure.
2024 Impact in Numbers:
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$458,000 in Grants Awarded: In 2024, CCCF distributed $458,000 in grants to local nonprofits and community projects.
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50 Community Projects Supported: The Foundation proudly supported 50 local projects, focused on supporting education, social services, the arts, health initiatives, community betterment, disaster recovery, elderly services, mental health services and more.
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Hundreds of Volunteers Mobilized: Through its volunteer-driven initiatives, CCCF worked with hundreds of volunteers to advance our mission, from assisting at local events to providing administrative support to grantees.
Notable 2024 Highlights:
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2024 Community Betterment Grants: In March of 2024, $118,000 was granted to 20 community nonprofit organizations to support projects to enhance the quality of life for all in Clay County.
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Disaster Recovery Fund: Through the Disaster Recovery Fund, CCCF successfully raised more than $550,000 thanks to the generosity of more than 320 donors. These funds were directly distributed to local initiatives aimed at supporting disaster recovery efforts throughout the county.
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Disaster Recovery Fund Grants: Grants totaling more than $340,000 were disbursed to 30 projects in the community since June 2024.
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Building Relationships with Community: The Clay County Community Foundation continued its collaboration with local government, business leaders, and other nonprofit organizations to address critical community challenges, such as affordable housing, mental health services, and disaster recovery.
A Year of Challenge and Resolve 2024 challenged the residents of Clay County and its communities, proving our resilience as individuals and organizations who worked together to adapt, overcome and recover from the flood. The tireless efforts of community partners, empowered local leaders and county organizations led to meaningful, positive change — setting us on a bright path toward the future.
“Clay County has long been a community defined by the way its residents care for one another, and 2024 has strengthened that resolve,” said Terri Batschelet, Executive Director of the Clay County Community Foundation. “Our generous donors, thoughtful volunteers and resolute partners are at the heart of everything we do, and together, we’re helping to create a brighter future for all residents of Clay County.”
Looking Ahead to 2025 As we look to 2025, CCCF is excited to continue its work in the community. The 2025 Community Betterment Grant season is open now through January 15, 2025. Disaster Recovery Grants continue to be disbursed to assist with long term flood recovery. The Clay County Community Foundation invites individuals, organizations and institutions to learn more about the benefits of working with the foundation, whether as a donor or an organizational recipient of our support.
Questions related to contributions, gifts and grantmaking can be directed to Terri Batschelet, CCCF Executive Director at 712-330-8952 or [email protected].
About Clay County Community Foundation, an affiliate of the Community Foundation of Greater Des Moines
The Clay County Community Foundation is a nonprofit organization dedicated to enhancing the quality of life in Clay County by supporting local nonprofits and investing in community development. Through its donor-advised funds, competitive grant programs, and other charitable initiatives, CCCF works to ensure that Clay County stays a vibrant community for all. Visit the Clay County Community Foundation website to learn more
