The Community Foundation of Waterloo/Cedar Falls and Northeast Iowa is a community corporation created by and for the people of Northeast Iowa.We are a tax-exempt public charity, which allows individuals, organizations, and businesses, through gifts and bequests, to establish funds within the confines of one, large foundation. Income from these separate funds assists the community in responding to emerging needs and opportunities in preparing for its future and enhancing the quality of life in the community.

Grants from the Community Foundation of Waterloo/Cedar Falls and Northeast Iowa are awarded in the areas of Arts and Culture, Community Affairs and Development, Education, Environment, Health, Human Services, and Historic Preservation.

Our Mission

Respond to the current and future charitable needs of Northeast Iowa.

Secure and serve as the custodian of endowment funds contributed by many donors.

Create other mechanisms, which will channel charitable money, goods and services to meet community needs.

Our Philosophy

We believe that we must protect, nurture, and nourish the uniqueness of the Northeast Iowa area- the diversity of its race and culture, the richness of its artistic expression and appreciation, and the beauty and quality of its natural resources- so that all may enjoy a quality of life both now and in perpetuity.

Our Commitments

We are committed to human and community development; wise and thoughtful distribution of our resources; and prudent investment of the funds entrusted to us.

We serve as a neutral, nonpartisan third party convener to examine and determine community needs and facilitate development of solutions to community problems.

We respect the trust and intent of our donors as we maintain the integrity of our philanthropic purpose.

Financial Information -
Anyone wishing to view a copy of the Community Foundation of
Waterloo/Cedar Falls and Northeast Iowa's 990 (with certain omissions to
protect donor privacy), financial audit, investment information or IRS
exemption letter, please contact the Director of Finance and Operations.