Donor Events

The Community Foundation organizes regular educational opportunities and resources for our donors.

Strategies for Private Foundations
May 19, 2026
Noon – 1:30pm
Me & Billy, The Fairhaven 200 West 3rd Street, Davenport, Iowa 52801

The Community Foundation will host an in-depth conversation on trust-based philanthropy and grantmaking specifically designed for private foundation leaders. Community Foundation staff will share how trust-based philanthropy and practical grantmaking strategies are being applied locally through private foundations. The conversation will include:

  • An overview of trust-based philanthropy and why it matters

  • Practical grantmaking strategies

  • Testimonials from private foundation holders, including

  • An overview of private foundation conversion opportunities

  • Time for questions and discussion

No matter why you give, this session is designed to offer concrete insights and real-world examples to help you support the causes that matter to you in the most effective way possible. As a private foundation holder, you are invited to join peers for thoughtful dialogue, shared learning, and connection around the future of your philanthropy.

RSVP is required. To RSVP, email Rocío Ayard Ochoa at rocioayard@QCCommunityFoundation.org.

Upcoming events

Act now: Estate planning and charitable giving seminar
June 4, 2026
Noon – 1:30 p.m.
QCCF Community Room

Join us for a practical, approachable, no-cost seminar designed to help you take the next step in planning for your future—and your legacy. Led by Melissa L. Uzzell, JD, vice president, trust officer, and wealth advisor at First Community Trust, N.A., this session will walk through the essentials of estate planning and charitable giving. You’ll gain a clearer understanding of wills, trusts, beneficiary designations, and ways to incorporate legacy gifts into your plan, helping you make informed decisions with confidence.

Space for this event is limited. Lunch will be provided.

Register today