Otto Schoitz Foundation

08/25/2026

We’re grateful to everyone who stopped by the Community Crate and took time to explore, learn, and connect. It was wonderful to see so many community members engage with this unique experience and the conversations it inspired.

A special thank you to UpLift, Mid-Iowa Health Foundation and Iowa Heartland Habitat for Humanityfor partnering with us to bring the Community Crate to Waterloo, and to everyone who helped make the event possible.

08/18/2026

Join us this week and visit the Community Crate, a mobile exhibit that shares local data about housing barriers and solutions. Stop by for 10 or 15 minutes to learn more. https://upliftiowa.org/the-community-crate/

08/05/2026

We are pleased to bring the Community Crate to Waterloo. We hope you stop by to visit! https://upliftiowa.org/the-community-crate/

07/29/2026

We'll be at Anton's tomorrow - join us!

One week away🥳 July 30th at 3:30-5:00 PM! Be sure to invite your best work friends and join us as we learn from each other and connect with local funders and grant makers.
🫵 Intended Audience - *YOU*! All nonprofit employees, board members and volunteers; and Funders/Grant Makers in the Cedar Valley
📍Anton's Garden, 518 Sycamore St, Waterloo
🆒Connect with local funders as we gather together and celebrate the work of Nonprofits in the Cedar Valley

07/20/2026

The Otto Schoitz Foundation is bringing the Community Crate to Waterloo—an interactive exhibit that explores housing challenges through local stories, data, and practical solutions. Visitors are invited to learn more about the barriers to housing stability and the opportunities that can help strengthen our community.

Waterloo Center for the Arts
August 19–20
Open 9:00 a.m.–12:30 p.m. and 3:00–4:00 p.m.

No tickets or registration are required. If you're attending Iowa Heartland Habitat for Humanity's Sites & Bites Tour, be sure to stop by the Community Crate while you're there—or simply visit during the public hours above.

Learn more: https://upliftiowa.org/the-community-crate/

07/20/2026

Great opportunities for our community!

06/03/2026

Black Hawk County is now accepting referrals for Thrive Iowa!

Our team works one-on-one with participants to connect them to existing community services that help them move from crisis to stability. We work to empower families for long-term success and strengthen our community.

How to Make a Referral:
Anyone can make a referral!

• Visit HopeHub at www.hopehub.io and click “Submit a Referral”. A Thrive Family Navigator will connect with you.
• Or call us directly at (319) 292-2202.

We are grateful for the continued support from our Black Hawk County partners and look forward to serving more community members together.

Let’s help families in our county Thrive!

06/02/2026

We are grateful for this wonderful opportunity for free eye exams in our community! https://acrobat.adobe.com/id/urn:aaid:sc:VA6C2:761c28aa-bb6f-4eb5-9091-16b66c3b54f5

06/01/2026

Otto Schoitz Foundation is pleased to announce $1,517,000 in Spring 2026 grant awards to 25 nonprofit organizations serving the Cedar Valley. The organizations receiving funding are creating significant opportunities to support the health and wellbeing of our community. https://mailchi.mp/35f2dc792541/osf-grant-awards-fall22-18152969

05/21/2026

Can't wait to lunch in the park with you, Iowa Heartland Habitat for Humanity! ☀️🥪

Join us for Picnic in the Park this summer! ☀️🌳

Every Tuesday in June and July, we’ll be gathering at Washington Park from 12–1 PM for a laid-back time of conversation, connection, and community building.

Bring your own lunch, grab a chair or blanket, and enjoy a relaxed hour in the park. Whether you stay the whole time or just stop by for a quick visit, we’d love to see you there!