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Spotlight on Community Foundation of Van Buren County
Project AWARE (A Watershed Awareness River Expedition) is not for the faint of heart. It is, however, for those who care about the environment, don’t mind getting dirty and like a little adventure.
Read MoreIt was with renewed excitement that Sherry Ristau left a meeting last month with lawmakers, volunteers and fellow Iowa Community Foundation Presidents and colleagues. Organized annually in the state capital in Des Moines to talk about the importance of two state of Iowa programs that benefit donors to community foundations, the annual gathering is an important way to communicate with leaders and legislators.
Read MoreAnne Calder comes to the Community Foundation from Augustana College, bringing with her a background in donor stewardship
Read MoreIf there's one human trait we understand well at the Quad Cities Community Foundation, it is the importance of relationships. And that's something our new Vice President of Development, Anne Calder, believes in deeply—and has committed to investing in as she begins her new job with us.
Read MoreSaneha Borisuth, a senior at Moline High School, has been recognized as one of the country’s most outstanding high school leaders by the Coca-Cola Scholars Foundation and has been awarded a $20,000 college scholarship.
Read MoreThe following essay was written by student Ike Sears, a participant in the Quad Cities Community Foundation's Teens for Tomorrow Program. In his own words, Ike shares with us a glimpse into the program.
Read MoreInvesting in the Quad Cities is easy when you're in love with the place, says Dave Heller, owner of the Quad Cities River Bandits. "I had never even been to the Quad Cities before looking at buying the baseball team here," said Heller.
Read MoreIf there's one thing that a grant usually does for the Child Welfare Emergency Services, it is simply help staff members do what they do best, said Judy Davidson, program director at the CWES agency shelter in Iowa. "We believe in loving these kids," she said. "We're very passionate about it."
Read MoreAs Jill McLaughlin wrapped up her second board meeting as chairperson of the Quad Cities Community Foundation earlier this month, she was more confident than ever that she was in the right place—serving alongside a group of people with hearts for the Quad Cities.
Read MoreKelly Thompson, Vice President of Grantmaking and Community Initiatives at Quad Cities Community Foundation, has been named a PLACES Fellow by The Funders' Network for Smart Growth and Livable Communities. She is one of 16 leaders from across the country to receive the fellowship.
Read MoreMorrison High School students will give the City of Morrison a helping hand when they execute a plan this spring to build and replace a worn-out bridge in a local city park. The Morrison Area Community Foundation, a Geographic Affiliate Fund of the Quad Cities Community Foundation, awarded the City of Morrison a grant to replace the foot bridge in Kelly Park.
Read MoreThe Quad Cities Community Foundation is joining forces with the Women's Leadership Council, part of the United Way of the Quad Cities, to expand early childhood learning while also engaging young professionals in philanthropy.
Read MoreAfter more than four decades at Wells Fargo, Nancy Goldsmith has embarked on a new adventure at the Quad Cities Community Foundation. Goldsmith, who retired from Wells Fargo last year after 43 years in wealth management, joined the Community Foundation as a new Philanthropic Advisor.
Read MoreI believe there is a movement to raise the level of philanthropy in our region. It includes the push to support, equip and enable young people—from cradle to career—with tools to be successful in all areas of their lives.
Read MoreThe Quad Cities Community Foundation is joining forces with the Women's Leadership Council, part of the United Way of the Quad Cities, to expand early childhood learning while also engaging young professionals in philanthropy.
Read MoreAs the Women's Leadership Council advances its mission of preparing the Quad-Cities' children for the future, it will do so with the added voices, ideas and efforts of more young professional women.
Read MoreOur entire staff—every single person—plays a vital role in our day-to-day operations. I am continually encouraged and impressed with their passion for people, for the work in front of them, and the community outside our doors.
Read MoreThe Quad Cities Community Foundation welcomed three new individuals to their Board of Directors this month, moving the organization forward with its mission to continue to transform the region through the generosity of donors.
Read MorePassion. That’s what Jade Bullock sees reflected in her fellow Teens for Tomorrow members. “I enjoy the whole concept of being in control of helping our community,” said the 17-year-old Davenport Central High School student.
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