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.
2020 Audit
The GPCF Fiscal Year 2020 Audit is available upon request. Contact us.
2020 990 Tax Return
GPCF files an annual 990 tax return which is available upon request (GPCF is not required to file a 990-T). Contact us.
Statement of Financial Position
Click here to view or download our Statement of Financial Position.
Development & Growth
Charitable Funds
Assets Under Management
Grants, Scholarships & Distributions
Contributions, Grant Income & Donations
GPCF Governing Body

Dr. Patrick Cogley
President
Physician, Grinnell Family Practice

Mike Allen
Vice-President
Farmer

Connie Scurr
Treasurer
Accountant, TL Baker

Vickie McDonald
Secretary
Retired, Manatt’s Inc.

George Britton
Past President
Retired City Planner

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

Rusty Clayton
Retired Business Owner

Tina Elfenbein
Associate Director of Admission
Grinnell College

Steve Gant
Regional Site Lead
Central West, Bayer US-Crop Science

Mike Geiger
Senior Vice President
County Bank

Marie Hedlund
Vice President
First State Bank

Austin Jones
President and CFO
Grinnell State Bank

Paul Kolpin
Financial Advisor
Edward Jones

Jon Plate
Certified Public Accountant
Plate & Co.

Liesl Roorda
Teacher
Montezuma Community School District

Mary Sherwood
Elementary Principal
BGM School District

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

Katy Wells
Owner
Double You Marketing, Inc.