Charitable Funds
Assets Under Management
Grants, Scholarships & Distributions
Contributions, Grant Income & Donations
Matching Gift Opportunities
Please consider donating to this matching fund.
Racial Equity Fund
Together, Grinnell College and the Claude W. and Dolly Ahrens Foundation will match up to $30,000 in gifts to support anti-racism work locally through a granting program.
Who We Are
The Greater Poweshiek Community Foundation (GPCF) serves Poweshiek County by providing financial management support to our partner nonprofit agencies and assisting individuals with their personal giving objectives.
Our Vision
We grow community through giving.
Our Mission
GPCF inspires philanthropy through effective granting, responsible investing, and building partnerships to enhance inclusive, vibrant, and sustainable communities and nonprofits. The following Value statements further define the work of the board and staff:
Service – We foster relationships through exceptional service to donors, nonprofits and the greater community by connecting those who care with those who need.
Integrity – We believe integrity is at the heart of a relationship where commitments are honored and the spirit of giving is nurtured.
Mobilizing – We align, strengthen and mobilize nonprofit leaders, donors, and community members to respond to emerging and changing needs.
Fair and Equitable – We believe we are most impactful when our organization and our work include people from varied backgrounds, opinions and perspectives.
Courage – We tackle the tough challenges, speak up, and take risks to fight for justice, equity, and systemic change.
Program Partners & Initiatives
Growing Community Through Giving
The Greater Poweshiek Community Foundation serves as an umbrella organization and financial manager for many other organizations. By banding together, these organizations achieve efficiency of scale while maintaining independent advisory committees.
