Greater Cedar Rapids Community
The Greater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation is a public, nonprofit community foundation serving Linn County, Iowa. Founded in 1949 as the Community Welfare Foundation, it became a public community foundation in 1992. The organization operates as a convenor and partner to donors, funders, and nonprofit organizations, stewarding charitable assets and awarding grants to address community needs and opportunities.
Financial Overview
From 2024 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
$229.3M
+8.0% YoY
Annual Giving
$9.4M
+8.6% YoY
Grant Count
209
+8.9% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$45K
-0.2% YoY
Mission & Focus Areas
Mission: To help donors give in meaningful ways, to strengthen nonprofits, and to provide leadership that supports a vibrant community.
Vision: A vibrant and inclusive Linn County where all people thrive.
The Foundation's core strategies include:
- Inspiring giving
- Providing funding
- Advocating for equity
- Investing in community initiatives
- Convening people
- Promoting learning
- Managing investments
Primary funding areas encompass education, philanthropy, voluntarism, grantmaking, and human services.
Grantmaking
The Foundation offers several grant cycles throughout the year with multiple funding opportunities for nonprofit organizations.
Review Cycle
throughout the year with multiple funding opportunities for nonprofit organizations.
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The Foundation serves Linn County, Iowa, with primary grantmaking focus in Iowa, Illinois, and Minnesota.
Grant Distribution by State
States
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
As of 2024:
- Total Assets: $229,293,739
- Total Revenue: $20,178,901
- Total Expenses: $13,759,796
- Total Liabilities: $43,500,000
- Total Funds: 1,083
- Staff: 23 employees
Historical Context:
- The Foundation previously reported over $212 million in assets and over 1,000 charitable funds
| Metric | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Assets | $229,293,739 | $212,302,246 | $190,014,997 |
| Revenue | $20,178,901 | $15,302,878 | $13,077,105 |
| Expenses | $13,759,796 | $13,079,026 | $12,841,062 |
| Qualifying Distributions | — | — | — |
| Net Investment Income | $11,125,862 | $2,335,696 | $2,269,015 |
| 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
250 grants across all recorded years
Open Grants
19 open opportunities from Greater Cedar Rapids Community
Competitive Donor-Advised Funds - Bloomhall Family Grant
GREATER CEDAR RAPIDS COMMUNITY
Amount
Approximately US $3,000
Deadline
Rolling / Open
Competitive Donor-Advised Funds - Diamond V Grant
GREATER CEDAR RAPIDS COMMUNITY
Amount
Approximately US $7,500
Deadline
Rolling / Open
Competitive Donor-Advised Funds - Girls with Goals Fund Grant
GREATER CEDAR RAPIDS COMMUNITY
Amount
Up to US $1,000
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| JON LANDON | CHAIR | 2 | — |
| JIM HADDAD | CHAIR-ELECT (UNTIL 8/1/24) | 2 | — |
| MICHELLE NIERMANN | CHAIR ELECT | 2 | — |
| DAVID LITTLE | TREASURER | 2 | — |
| ANTHONY ARRINGTON | SECRETARY | 2 | — |
| JILL ACKERMAN | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| RAY BROWN | DIRECTOR (UNTIL 10/7/24) | 1 | — |
| PATRICE CARROLL | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| CHRIS CASEY | DIRECTOR | 3 | — |
| NANCY HILL | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| MARY JUNGE | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| JANICE KERKOVE | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| DIANA LEDFORD | PAST CHAIR | 2 | — |
| JOE LOCK | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| BRANDI MUELLER | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| TRACEY MYERS | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| DAVE PARMLEY | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| OKPARA RICE | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| CRAIG SMITH | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| HAYWOOD STOWE | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| MATTHEW VAN MAANEN | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| KARLA TWEDT-BALL | PRESIDENT & CEO | 40 | $194,446 |
| JEAN BRENNEMAN | CFO | 32 | $117,291 |
| CORINNE RAHE | VP OF COMMUNICATIONS | 40 | $113,756 |
| JOE HEITZ | VP OF COMMUNITY IMPACT | 40 | $116,974 |
Recent News & Activity
Recent developments and announcements
The Foundation celebrated 75 years of service in 2024, marking its founding in 1949. Recent grant announcements include:
Greater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation grants $4.9M to 350 nonprofitsOver $3 million in grants approved in early 2025
Greater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation Approves Over $3 Million in Grants$4.9 million distributed to 350 nonprofits for local impact
2025 grant deadlines announced with multiple funding cycles throughout the year
2025 Grant Deadlines Announced - Greater Cedar Rapids ...The Foundation operates a donor-advised fund through which donors can direct the distribution or investment of funds.
Subject Areas
Focus areas based on grantmaking activity
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Data last updated April 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated April 2026.
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