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2 Table of Contents Iowa Community Foundations Involved ......................................................3 History and Purpose ...................................................................................4 County Endowment Fund Grants ................................................................5 Statewide Statistics on the Program ..........................................................6 Terms to Know ...........................................................................................7 Individual County Summaries .....................................................................8 Iowa-based Community Foundations That Meet National Standards .........50 Casinos’ Nonprofit Organizations .............................................................51 Iowa Council of Foundations The Iowa Council of Foundations (ICoF) was originally organized in 1998 as an informal network of grantmakers across the state. Since that time, the organization has engaged in numerous activities that promote philanthropy in Iowa. The mission of the ICoF is to strengthen philanthropy and effective grantmaking, and does so through education and networking opportunities. For a complete list of members and information on joining, visit www.IowaCouncilofFoundations.org. For more information on the ICoF’s Iowa Community Foundations Initiative, visit www.IowaCommunityFoundations.org. Iowa Gaming Association The IGA is an advocate for its members, which are a viable part of the state’s economy and add value to the entertainment and tourism industry. The IGA’s members are: Ameristar Casino – Council Bluffs; Argosy Casino – Sioux City; Catfish Bend Casino – Burlington; Diamond Jo Casino – Dubuque; Diamond Jo Worth Casino – Northwood; Grand Falls Casino Resort – Larchwood; Harrah’s Casino Hotel – Council Bluffs; Horseshoe Casino & Bluffs Run Greyhound Park – Council Bluffs; Isle Casino Hotel – Bettendorf; Isle Casino Hotel – Waterloo; Lady Luck Casino – Marquette; Mystique – Dubuque; Prairie Meadows – Altoona; Riverside Casino and Golf Resort – Riverside; Rhythm City Casino – Davenport; Lakeside Hotel and Casino – Osceola; Wild Rose Casino – Clinton; Wild Rose Casino – Emmetsburg. A Catalyst for Philanthropic Partnerships The numbers tell the story. More than 130 community foundations across Iowa are working to make our state an even better place to live, work and raise their families. Through endowment building, grantmaking and community leadership, their efforts are making a difference today that will be felt throughout Iowa well into the future. Annually, over 1,500 community foundation volunteers and staff commit themselves to this work, strengthening and supporting all facets of community life through philanthropy. The County Endowment Fund Program (created by the Iowa Legislature through a percentage of the commercial casinos’ gaming tax revenues) is creating a strong community foundation infrastructure in the 85 counties that do not hold a state-issued gaming license. This year alone, the County Endowment Fund Program provided 2,214 grants for a total of more than $7.75 million. More than 130 community foundations. Over 1,500 volunteers. Over $7.75 million distributed through 2,214 grants across 85 counties. These numbers are very compelling, but we think they only tell part of the story. In business, one of the most important ways to tell the story of your success is through numbers, all leading up to the bottom line. Figures play a role in philanthropy also, but instead of dollars, the really important numbers relate to people, places and opportunities. How many lives have been impacted? How many communities have been strengthened for today – and the future? How has our rural environment been protected? How many pieces of history have been preserved? These are the cornerstone questions that frame what we believe matters most. When we reflect on the true success of the County Endowment Fund Program, the collective effort to be a catalyst for philanthropic partnerships is where we take the most pride. On the following pages you will find highlights from this past year. In it, you’ll see lots of numbers – numbers that tie back to how these grants have impacted nearly every citizen in several positive ways. That is Iowa’s true bottom line! We hope you enjoy seeing the report’s many meaningful grant projects and will share them with others. We invite you to learn more about your local community foundation and encourage you to become an influence by getting involved where and when you can. For good. For Iowa. Forever. Laura Sauser Wes Ehrecke President, Iowa Council of Foundations President & CEO, Iowa Gaming Association *Every effort has been made to ensure accuracy; however, if an error has occurred please accept our apologies.
Iowa Community Foundations Involved The map below highlights the Iowa community foundations participating in the County Endowment Fund Program for the 2011-2012 program year; by using the color-coded key, you will see the affiliation connections for the county community foundations in Iowa. Please note: The map does not show all of the community foundations serving Iowa, but does highlight the 85 counties that are involved in the County Endowment Fund Program. Information regarding Iowa-based community foundations that meet the National Standards for US Community Foundations can be found on page 50. To learn more about all of the Iowa community foundations, please visit www.IowaCommunityFoundations.org. County Endowment Fund Program (HF 2302) 2011-2012 Recipients by Affiliation 3
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Page 8 and 9: Empowering Adair County Foundation
Page 10 and 11: Audubon County Community Foundation
Page 12 and 13: Buchanan County Community Foundatio
Page 14 and 15: Community Foundation of Carroll Cou
Page 16 and 17: Cherokee County Legacy Foundation H
Page 18 and 19: Dallas County Foundation Host Commu
Page 20 and 21: Dickinson County Endowment Fund Hos
Page 22 and 23: Community Foundation of Franklin Co
Page 24 and 25: Guthrie County Community Foundation
Page 26 and 27: Harrison County Community Foundatio
Page 28 and 29: Ida County Community Betterment Fou
Page 30 and 31: Greater Jefferson County Foundation
Page 32 and 33: Kossuth County Community Foundation
Page 34 and 35: Lucas-South Central Iowa Community
Page 36 and 37: Community Foundation of Marshall Co
Page 38 and 39: Monroe County Iowa Community Founda
Page 40 and 41: Community Foundation of Osceola Cou
Page 42 and 43: Poweshiek County Alliance Host Comm
Page 44 and 45: Sioux County Community Foundation H
Page 46 and 47: Union - South Central Iowa Communit
Page 48 and 49: Wayne Community Foundation Host Com
Page 50 and 51: Wright County Charitable Foundation
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