About Us
The Greater Poweshiek Community Foundation, located in Grinnell, Iowa, assists donors in efficiently and effectively supporting non-profit organizations that make life better for people in the area. Through the Foundation, donors are able to make long-lasting positive contributions without being burdened by administrative or legal complexities.
Area Served
Donors can choose the organizations, programs and projects they wish to help with their gifts or they can rely on the Foundation’s Board of Directors to direct their funds to the most pressing needs of the community.
By establishing a charitable fund, donors can create a permanent legacy, enjoy the tax benefits that come with giving, and have the satisfaction of doing good for something they care about.
Note: This map has been provided through the courtesy of The Greater Poweshiek Area Development Corporation.
Strategic Plan
Click here to view or download our Strategic Plan.
External Audit
GPCF’s last three Audits are available by clicking the links below.
990 Tax Return
Statement of Financial Position
Development & Growth
Charitable Funds
Assets Under Management
Grants, Scholarships & Distributions
Contributions, Grant Income & Donations
GPCF Governing Body

Mike Allen
President
Farmer

Steve Gant
Vice President
Central West, Bayer US-Crop Science

Jon Plate
Treasurer
Plate & Co.

Vickie McDonald
Secretary
Retired, Manatt’s Inc.

Barb Baker
Director of Advertising & Community Relations
Grinnell Mutual Reinsurance Company

Monica Chavez-Silva
Vice President of Community Engagement and Strategic Planning
Grinnell College

Rusty Clayton
Retired Business Owner

Dr. Patrick Cogley
Past President
Physician, Grinnell Family Practice

Mike Geiger
Senior Vice President
County Bank

Brad German
Vice President/Branch Manager
GreenState Credit Union

Marie Hedlund
Vice President
First State Bank

Joel Kercheval
Emergency Services
City of Montezuma

Paul Kolpin
Financial Advisor
Edward Jones

Tom Lacina
Attorney
Charnetski, Lacina, Follette, LLP

Sandy Ross
Treasurer
Poweshiek County

Kelly Sandquist
Senior Investment Account Manager
Grinnell College

Connie Scurr
Treasurer
Accountant, TL Baker

Mary Sherwood
Elementary Principal
BGM School District

brenda strong
Associate Director of International Student Compliance
Grinnell College

Katy Wells
Owner
Double You Marketing, Inc.