Community Foundation for Western Iowa
The Community Foundation for Western Iowa is a tax-exempt public charity (501(c)(3)) headquartered in Council Bluffs, Iowa. Founded in 2008, the organization serves thousands of individuals, families, businesses, and organizations committed to improving quality of life in southwest Iowa. The foundation operates as a philanthropic fundraising services organization that creates and administers permanent charitable funds for donors seeking to create lasting community impact.
Financial Overview
From 2024 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
$83.3M
+86.8% YoY
Annual Giving
$3.5M
-11.9% YoY
Grant Count
39
+34.5% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$91K
-34.5% YoY
Mission & Focus Areas
The Community Foundation for Western Iowa's mission is to improve the quality of life in southwest Iowa by connecting donors committed to making a difference with pressing community issues and compelling projects. The organization identifies current and emerging issues to help investors channel resources and create lasting legacies addressing the most pressing needs in their communities.
The foundation facilitates giving across multiple focus areas including education, human services, philanthropy and grantmaking, mental health, and emergency relief.
Grantmaking
The Community Foundation for Western Iowa provides grants and allocations to nonprofit charitable organizations. Typical grant awards range from $5,033 to $3,033,500.
Review Cycle
have awarded approximately $65,000 in Community Impact Grants funding.
Ready to take the next step with Community Foundation for Western Iowa?
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The Community Foundation for Western Iowa primarily serves southwest Iowa, with grantmaking activity also extending to Nebraska and Michigan.
Grant Distribution by State
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
As of 2024:
- Total Assets: $83,311,926
- Total Revenues: $40,729,739
- Total Expenses: $5,702,271
As of 2023:
- Total Assets: $44,593,080
- Total Revenues: $4,632,343
- Total Expenses: $5,466,717
| Metric | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Assets | $83,311,926 | $44,593,080 | $42,464,983 |
| Revenue | $40,729,739 | $4,632,343 | $3,918,445 |
| Expenses | $5,702,271 | $5,466,717 | $6,680,004 |
| Qualifying Distributions | — | — | — |
| Net Investment Income | $2,948,452 | $2,001,198 | $1,118,951 |
| Distributable Amount | — | — | — |
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
Grant Insights
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
Grant Size Distribution
147 grants across all recorded years
Open Grants
5 open opportunities from Community Foundation for Western Iowa
Henry K. Peterson Foundation Grant
COMMUNITY FOUNDATION FOR WESTERN IOWA
Amount
Up to US $10,000
Deadline
Rolling / Open
Mental Health and Substance Abuse Fund of Southwest Iowa
COMMUNITY FOUNDATION FOR WESTERN IOWA
Amount
US $500 - US $2,500
Deadline
Rolling / Open
PCIF Community Impact Grants
COMMUNITY FOUNDATION FOR WESTERN IOWA
Amount
US $500 - US $5,000
Deadline
Rolling / Open
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
No grants recorded for .
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
From 2024 filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| CONNIE CASSON | MEMBER | 1 | — |
| KATHERYNE CUTLER | VICE CHAIR | 1 | — |
| ANTHONY FAHRENKROG | SECRETARY | 1 | — |
| ALAN GARDNER | MEMBER | 1 | — |
| SHERYL GARST | MEMBER | 1 | — |
| LUCY HOUGH | MEMBER | 1 | — |
| JOHN JERKOVICH | MEMBER | 1 | — |
| HENRY MCKINLEY | CHAIR | 1 | — |
| DAN PETERSON | MEMBER | 1 | — |
| CHRISTY SAUSER | TREASURER | 1 | — |
| DONNA SCHOEPPNER | MEMBER | 1 | — |
| NANCY SCHULZE | MEMBER | 1 | — |
| STEPHEN WILD | MEMBER | 1 | — |
| CHRISTINA BATEMAN | MEMBER | 1 | — |
| KEVIN CABBAGE | MEMBER | 1 | — |
| SHEILA JACOBS | MEMBER | 1 | — |
| DONNA DOSTAL | PRESIDENT/CEO | 40 | $173,640 |
Recent News & Activity
Recent developments and announcements
The Community Foundation for Western Iowa has been actively accepting applications for Community Impact Grants and other funding opportunities. Recent grant cycles have distributed approximately $65,000 in impact grants funding. The organization also committed $100,000 to the Westfair Project.
Community Foundation for Western Iowa Now Accepting ...Subject Areas
Focus areas based on grantmaking activity
Related Funders
Similar funders by location and focus area
Main Street Fort Dodge Inc
FORT DODGE, IA
Assets
$315K
Grants
1
Total Given
$25K
John & Beverly Anderson Charitable Trust
VINTON, IA
Assets
—
Grants
18
Total Given
$22K
Barbara Jean Couturier Charitable T
DAVENPORT, IA
Assets
—
Grants
0
Total Given
—
The Joseph Andres Family Foundation
OKOBOJI, IA
Assets
—
Grants
6
Total Given
$7K
Lohse Family Foundation
BONDURANT, IA
Assets
—
Grants
2
Total Given
$400K
Vande Brake Family Foundation
ORANGE CITY, IA
Assets
$172K
Grants
6
Total Given
$47K
Data last updated April 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated April 2026.
What could you do with Community Foundation for Western Iowa on Grantable?
- Assess strategic fit with your organization
- Draft a tailored letter of inquiry
- Find open RFPs from this funder
- Monitor for new funding opportunities