Greater Madison County Community Foundation

09/24/2026

The Community Foundation was proud to support the acquisition of the 422-acre Jim Wooley Family Tract. Now owned by the Iowa Department of Natural Resources, the land is open to the public. The tract includes more than 180 acres of woodland and 160 acres of grassland, including areas that likely contain remnant prairie. We were grateful for the opportunity to contribute alongside the conservation leaders who brought this project together.

07/17/2026

Winterset High School FFA received a $3,892.86 check to assist with the acquisition and instillation of three AED's at the Madison County Fair, Winterset Iowa. Hats off to Cael Hirsch and those that supported him to see this project though.

06/29/2026

Madison County Chamber of Commerce Foundation, received a $22,560.97 check to help start the renovations of the Madison County Chamber of Commerce building upstairs into a Business Resource and Innovation Center. The check was presented by GMCCF Administrator Ryan Marquardt (right) and accepted by (left to right) Jerry Parkin, Ashton McKeever, Jennifer Jackson, Jennifer Stover, Wayne Martens, and Sarah Pugh. Photo by Vicki Minor.

📢 We're excited to share some big news!
The Madison County Chamber of Commerce is proud to announce the creation of the Madison County Chamber of Commerce Foundation, a separate 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization established to support and advance the Chamber's mission of strengthening our communities, businesses, and local economy.
The Foundation was created to invest in projects and initiatives that will have a lasting impact on Madison County. Its first major project is the development of the Madison County Business Resource & Innovation Center, which will transform the upstairs of the Chamber building into a space dedicated to entrepreneurship, workforce development, business education, collaboration, and community growth.
This is just the beginning, and we're excited to share more about the Foundation's work in the months ahead.
Be sure to follow the Madison County Chamber of Commerce Foundation Madison County Chamber of Commerce Foundation to stay informed about upcoming projects, fundraising efforts, and opportunities to get involved as we work together to build an even stronger Madison County.
💙 Investing in our future. Strengthening our communities. Supporting local success.

06/09/2026

The St. Charles IA Fire & Rescue received a $4,214.29 check to assist with the purchase a new extraction hydraulic ram. The check was presented by GMCCF Board Member Becky Knight (middle) and accepted by (left to right) Steve Downs, Travis Egli, and Rick Schaffer.

The second photo shows the older equipment being replaced. The previous ram operated using the fire truck's hydraulic system, while the new unit is battery-powered, providing greater mobility and flexibility during rescue operations.

Our volunteer fire departments play a critical role in keeping our communities safe. Supporting them can take many forms, including volunteering your time, helping with station upkeep and cleaning, providing snacks and meals during training or emergency responses, or considering joining the department as a volunteer. Every contribution helps strengthen these essential community services.

06/05/2026

Community Efforts of Macksburg, received a $4,612.00 check to help with a new storage shed next to the Macksburg Community Building. The check was presented by GMCCF Administrator Ryan Marquardt (right) and accepted by (left to right) Jr Witt, Danica Goodwin, Kasie Kiddoo, Jimi Davis, Becky Faust, & Tracy Faust. Macksburg National Skillet Throw

06/03/2026

The St. Charles, Iowa Community Foundation received a $5,690.07 check to help install the foundation for "The Heart of Iowa" sculpture. The check was presented by GMCCF Board member Becky Knight (right) and received by St. Charles Foundation Board Member Dawn Vetter (left). Also pictured is fluffy companion Sam Knight, who closely supervised the proceedings.

06/01/2026

The Gateway- St. Charles received a $1,280.71 check to help to do improvements to the building. The check was presented by GMCCF Board member Sara Hobart (Center right) and received by (left to right) Margaret Blair, Marcia Thompson, Mary Seibert, Lois Stanley and Tracy Bean.

05/29/2026

Pheasants Forever received check for $10,546.93 to help transition the 422-acre Jim Wooley Family Tract to the public. The check was presented by GMCCF Board Member Jim Liechty, (center left) and received by (left to right) Madison County Conservation Director & Covered Bridge Chapter PF Board Member Steve Pearson, former PF Regional Director who project is named after Jim Wooley, Covered Bridge Chapter PF board member Leo Koster, and PF Regional Director Eric Sytsma.

05/28/2026

Madison County Historical Complex received check for $825.00 to help support continued digitation efforts. The check was presented by GMCCF Board Member Laura Bertelson (right) and received by Museum Director Jared McDonald (left).

05/28/2026

Winterset Area Soccer Club received a $2,839.29 check to help update worn equipment. The check was presented by GMCCF Board member Becky Faust(right) and received by WASC Board Member Jess Gibbons (left).