Category: Grantmaking in Action

The Salvation Army Steps Up Efforts for Community During Coronavirus

When talking to The Salvation Army of Waterloo/Cedar Falls about what they do, they always start by sharing a story of an individual or family they have helped. One constant of these stories is that...

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Stories tagged with 'Grantmaking in Action'

Grantmaking in Action Empowering the Latino Community
Embracing Latino culture, from the organization’s name to how it provides services, is significant to PaTi’s Libelulas, a Latina-led Waterloo nonprofit. Executive Director Claudia Rivera understands the struggles immigrant families experience and opened the cultural...
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Grantmaking in Action Opportunity for all
One City United has a clear goal: to provide a pathway for all, regardless of their past, to thrive and succeed. The organization has been working to help end crisis, poverty, and addiction in Waterloo...
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Grantmaking in Action A welcoming community
Julie Molisho was born and raised in Congo. She has a bachelor’s degree and attended law school in her home country. Still, when she and her husband arrived in the United States to pursue more...
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Grantmaking in Action A restoration of hope
For 34 years, Iowa Heartland Habitat for Humanity has been helping families achieve homeownership and partnering with communities in Black Hawk, Butler, Bremer, and Buchanan counties. “Our core focus is building stability for families through...
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Grantmaking in Action Reaching rural communities
Howard County is home to approximately 9,400 people on our state’s northeast border. It is the boyhood home of humanitarian and Nobel Peace Prize recipient Norman Borlaug. However, in the home county of a man...
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Grantmaking in Action Leading tomorrow
The Boys and Girls Clubs of the Cedar Valley has served local youth for over 60 years. Their mission – to inspire and enable all young people, especially those who need us most, to reach...
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Grantmaking in Action Women Are The Center of Attention
CFNEIA’s Women for Good members were treated to a presentation and tour at The Center for Attention in Waterloo in May. The Center is a transitional housing organization for women. It provides a safe, sober...
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Grantmaking in Action Grantmaking Snapshot: Old Creamery Nature Trail Bridge
The 15-mile Old Creamery Nature Trail connects the communities of Vinton, Garrison, and Dysart in Benton County. It is a recreational destination for both residents and people outside of the county. In 2022, Benton County...
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Grantmaking in Action Grantmaking Snapshot: Franklin County Fair Sound System
The county fair is an iconic Iowa tradition showcasing the hard work of youth and families and playing a vital role in the local economy. The Franklin County Fair is a destination for thousands of...
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