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Stories of Impact

Stories of generous people and hardworking organizations making an impact on their communities.

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Grantmaking in Action(125)
Donor Stories(49)
Community Leadership(33)
Resources(20)
Scholarships(10)
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Professional Advisors(2)

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County/Community

May 13, 2025
Working toward a sustainable Iowa and world
A scholarship helps Ella McGrath achieve her educational and career goals.  Ella McGrath has always known she wanted to make...
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May 13, 2025
A welcoming vision for all
Community and Culture Connections opens doors for everyone in Kossuth County. When Jennifer Davis stepped in to interpret a wedding...
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May 13, 2025
A champion for Charles City and Floyd County
Jim Erb led the way and left a legacy for the community he loved.  Jim Erb’s name is synonymous with...
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May 13, 2025
Building a stronger workforce
ONE Cedar Valley provides opportunities for all by believing in people. ONE Cedar Valley is transforming lives by focusing not...
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May 13, 2025
Empowered to overcome and succeed
EPI helps people with disabilities thrive in their community. For Eric, living with Exceptional Persons, Inc. (EPI) means more than...
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May 13, 2025
Feeding hope across northeast Iowa
Northeast Iowa Food Bank & Community Foundation of Northeast Iowa are partners in fighting hunger. In Northeast Iowa, where nearly...
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May 13, 2025
Rooted in love and legacy
Rod and Joy Thorson’s commitment to giving back to their community. Rod and Joy Thorson’s story began unexpectedly—with Rod arriving...
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May 8, 2025
Making More Good Possible: Our 2024 Impact Report
We are excited to release our 2024 Impact Report! Through your support and generosity, CFNEIA granted more than $9 million to nonprofit...
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April 15, 2025
Standing with our Nonprofit Partners
For nearly 70 years, the Community Foundation of Northeast Iowa has proudly partnered with nonprofits that are the lifeblood of...
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