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Teen Trust

The Community Foundation of Northeast Iowa's Teen Trust program began in 1994 and is a model for youth philanthropy. This diverse group of students from Black Hawk County high schools provides grant funding to nonprofit organizations serving the county. Using a grant application system, site visits, and training seminars, the Trustees work as a team to decide which organizations to assist through grant funding and volunteerism.

Teen Trust was created with a vision in mind - to prepare youth to be "trustees of their community." At the heart of becoming a trustee means finding a way for youth to learn about and also actively practice philanthropy. The Teen Trust mission is to provide youth an opportunity to develop philanthropic behaviors, leadership and stewardship skills, and volunteer experiences.

Over its 30-year history, Teen Trust has granted more than $345,000 to support Black Hawk County nonprofits and has engaged nearly 700 students in giving back to their community.

Become a Teen Trust Trustee

Teen Trust is looking for Black Hawk County students! Apply to become a Trustee and be part of a program doing good things in the Cedar Valley. Applications to become a 2026-2027 Trustee must be submitted by May 15.

Teen Trust 2026-2027 Student Application (Coming Soon)

2025-2026 Teen Trust Members

Ahan Tandon
Anna Hempel
Araceli Perez-Torres
Arjun Anugu
Brynn Bakula
Cael Harms
Daniel Umemezie
Diana Quinto
Dina Nazry
Elise Wing
Estelle Miller
Hunter Spitzer
Isabela Hafermann
Kaitlynn Willis
Kate Pickar
Ken Kane

Kenzie Devine
Kevin Du
Kirsten Grant
Lydia Rusley-Hanesford
Meghana Kota
Riley Castro
Rishika Shettigar

Officers
James Peng
Ryan Herink
Dean Hempel
Mae Martin
Diva Dodiya

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