Coralville Community Fund Grants $24,500
The Coralville Community Fund was launched in 2006 to build, invest, and distribute funds for local nonprofit projects of impact…
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Important Update: Endow Iowa Will Continue!
We’re excited to share that the Endow Iowa Tax Credit Program has been preserved and will continue into…
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Coldren Fund for Seniors Grants $20,000
This year, the Coldren Fund for Seniors 2025 Grant Cycle awarded five grants for a total of $20,000…
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Johnson County Great Give Day Raises $80K For Local Nonprofits
Together, our community raised $80,912 in just one day to support our local nonprofit organizations! On Wednesday, May…
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Great Give Day – 1:1 Match
Double Your Impact This Great Give Day On Great Give Day—Wednesday, May 7—your donation to the CFJC Community…
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CFJC Hosts Community Conversation on Immigrant & Refugee Support
On April 22, the Community Foundation of Johnson County hosted a Community Conversation on Immigrant & Refugee Support…
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Johnson County’s Annual Great Give Day to be held May 7
These are undoubtedly challenging times, and many of our most vulnerable neighbors are facing increased hardship. The future…
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Nonprofit Endowment Info Sessions
Learn how an endowment fund can secure your nonprofit’s financial stability. Discover what an endowed fund is, the…
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Community Conversation: Immigrant & Refugee Support
Hear from local experts as they discuss the current landscape of immigrant and refugee resources in Johnson County.…
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2025 Community Board Fair
Join us for the 2025 Community Board Fair! This event provides a centralized space for individuals looking for…
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KCRG: Spotlight of Coralville Community Fund Grants
KCRG-TV9 recently spotlighted the Coralville Community Fund and its grantmaking efforts, offering an overview of the fund’s history…
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Webinar: Demystifying Immigrant & Refugee Rights
This webinar learning opportunity will provide facts and resources to understand current immigration law and stay up-to-date. Join…
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Applications Open: Coralville Community Fund Grants
The Coralville Community Fund was launched in 2006 to build, invest, and distribute funds for local nonprofit projects…
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Applications Open: Coldren Fund for Seniors Grant Cycle
The Coldren Fund for Seniors supports projects and activities that assist adults 65+ of limited income. Grants will…
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Now Hiring: Director of Philanthropy!
The Director of Philanthropy plays a key role in fulfilling our mission by raising new funds, supporting donors…
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Applications Open: Spring Capacity Building Grants
The Spring Capacity Building Grant Cycle will support the operations, growth, and sustainability of local nonprofit organizations, especially…
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KCRG: CFJC President & CEO Shelly Maharry on Fed Funding Freeze
In a recent KCRG-TV9 segment, CFJC President & CEO Shelly Maharry addressed the Trump Administration’s executive order to…
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CFJC Hosts Community Conversation on Mental Health
The Community Foundation of Johnson County hosted a Community Conversation on Mental Health at the Iowa City Public…
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KCRG: New grant for Johnson County small business owners
KCRG published a video segment and written article on the Johnson County Underestimated Small Businesses Grants. Watch the…
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CFJC & Think Iowa City Host Legislative Preview Breakfast
The CFJC and Think Iowa City hosted a Legislative Preview Breakfast with a special presentation by David Adelman, who…
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Applications Open: Johnson County Underestimated Small Business Grants
The Johnson County Underestimated Small Business Grants is offering grants between $3,500 to $20,000 to help stabilize and…
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2024 Community Celebration Reflection
The Community Foundation of Johnson County (CFJC) awarded $3,269,169 in grants to various nonprofit organizations during Fiscal Year…
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Community Conversation: Mental Health
Join us and our partner organizations for our Community Conversation on Mental Health on Thursday, January 23 from…
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Important End of Year Granting & Giving Information
Happy Thanksgiving, Friends! Right now, many of us are thinking of ways we can support the important work…
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Letter of Support: Johnson County Conservation Bond
The Community Foundation of Johnson County Board of Directors strongly supports the upcoming Johnson County Conservation Bond Referendum…
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Lunch & Learn: Johnson County Conservation Bond
Johnson County voters will decide whether to approve the Johnson County Conservation Bond Referendum on November 5. Join…
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10% Match on New Funds
Want to make a meaningful contribution to the causes you care about most? Open a new fund with…
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2024 Community Celebration
The Community Foundation of Johnson County cordially invites you to our annual Community Celebration on Thursday, November 14…
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Community Conversation: Childcare
Please join us and our partner organizations for a Community Conversation on Childcare on Tuesday, September 17th at…
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2024 Planning for Success – Professional Advisors Event
The Community Foundation of Johnson County is partnering with Simmons, Perrine, Moyer, Bergman PLC, the Greater Cedar Rapids…
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Lunch and Learn: Qualified Charitable Deductions
Join us on Tuesday, October 1st at noon on Zoom to learn about how your Qualified Charitable Deductions…
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NEW Board Leadership Program – Apply Today!
Greater Iowa City, Inc., the Community Foundation of Johnson County, and United Way of Johnson & Washington Counties…
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Join Our Team as Director of Strategic Communications!
The mission of the Community Foundation of Johnson County (CFJC) is to connect communities who care with causes…
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Skogman Golf Outing
Skogman Realty presents their 11th Annual Benefit Golf Outing supporting The Freedom Foundation – a veterans’ service and…
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$125,000 Grant Cycle Opens in August
This fall the Community Foundation of Johnson County will award five $25,000 grants to local nonprofit organizations serving…
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Coralville Community Fund Grants $23,500
The Coralville Community Fund, led by a committee of local community leaders, awarded $23,500 in grants to nine…
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CFJC Hosts Community Conversation on Affordable Housing
Please join us and our partner organizations for a Community Conversation on Affordable Housing on June 12th at…
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Join Us for Happy Hour!
Join the Community Foundation of Johnson County and the City of North Liberty for a Centennial Park Pilsner…
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Johnson County Great Give Day Returns!
Johnson County Great Give Day returns on May 1, 2024! We hope you’ll be able to participate with…
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Scholarship Opportunities Open for Johnson County Seniors
Scholarship Opportunities Open for Johnson County Seniors!Scholarship opportunities are now available for Johnson County high school seniors! The…
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2024 Tee Off for Philanthropy Team Up for Community Golf Outing
Save the Date!Mark your calendar on May 20, 2024 for our Tee Off for Philanthropy, Team Up for…
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“Get to Know Your Community Foundation” Webinar
Ever wondered what a Community Foundation is? How they work? What they do? Join your local Community Foundation…
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CFJC Partners with BBBS During Transition
Community Foundation of Johnson County Partners with Big Brothers Big Sisters of Johnson County to Facilitate Seamless Operations…
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Brewing Up Something Special: Centennial Park Pils
Brewing Up Something Special: A Collaboration with the City of North Liberty & Field Day Brewing Co.The Community…
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Fundholders’ Investment Performance & Economic Outlook Meeting
2024 Fundholders' Investment Performance & Economic Outlook MeetingPlease join us virtually on February 13th at 4pm as we…
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CFJC Makes $50,000 Investment in Community Park
Community Foundation of Johnson County Endorses North Liberty’s Next Stage with $50,000 GrantThe Community Foundation of Johnson County…
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New Donor Giving Tool – CFJC Giving Catalog
At the CFJC Community Celebration, the Community Foundation announced the launch of a new community donor giving tool…
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CFJC 2023 Community Celebration
Join Us for the 2023 Community Grant CelebrationThe Board of Directors and staff of the Community Foundation of…
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Professional Advisor Open House
Since 2000, the Community Foundation of Johnson County has supported charitable giving in our area by connecting those…
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Inclusive Johnson County Fund Supports over $20,500 in Grants
The Community Foundation of Johnson County Inclusive Johnson County Fund Grant Cycle concluded in August 2023 with the…
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Endow Iowa Tax Credit Updates
As of August 17, 2023, the Endow Iowa Tax Credit for 2023 have been exhausted. With the updates…
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Secure Act 2.0 Donor Updates
As part of the Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2023, the Secure Act 2.0 was passed in December of…
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Over $9,000 Awarded in Emergency Response Grants
Earlier this year, the Community Foundation of Johnson County opened our Emergency Response Fund to assist with relief…
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Coralville Community Fund Grants $20,000
The Coralville Community Fund was launched in 2006 to build, invest, and distribute funds for local nonprofit projects…
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Johnson County “Food with Love” Food Drive
The cost of food is rising, food assistance benefits have been reduced for families, pantries are seeing an…
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SKOGMAN REALTY GOLF OUTING BENEFITING THE BIRD HOUSE HOSPICE HOME
Skogman Realty presents the 10th Annual Benefit Golf Outing, benefiting The Bird House Hospice Home of Johnson County…
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2023 Community Grants Timeline
The 2023 Community Grants Cycle Timeline has been released! Grant applications will be open to 501(c)3 nonprofit organizations…
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Volunteer to Review Community Grants
The CFJC is searching for a diverse team of community reviewers to assist in the review of nonprofit grant…
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Join Us for A Celebration of Giving!
We cordially invite you to join us on Wednesday, June 28th from 5-7pm at the Terry Trueblood Recreation…
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Endow Iowa Tax Credit Updates
The Endow Iowa Tax Credit Program will be seeing some major changes in 2023. Please see below for…
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Join Our Team as Director of Philanthropy
The Community Foundation of Johnson County is hiring a Director of Philanthropy! The mission of the Community Foundation…
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Inclusive Johnson County Fund Grant Applications Open
The Community Foundation of Johnson County has opened a new grant application through our Inclusive Johnson County Fund.…
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Johnson County Great Give Day Raises $160K For Local Nonprofits
Thank you for participating in Johnson County Great Give Day! Together, across the county generous donors like you…
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Emergency Response Fund – Tornado Relief
Our hearts go out to our neighbors in need during this critical time. The Community Foundation of Johnson…
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Planning for Success 2023
Please join the CFJC, Greater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation, MidWestOne Bank, RSM, and Simmons, Perrine, Moyer, Bergan PLC…
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2023 Tee Off for Philanthropy Team Up for Community Golf Outing
Registration for the 2023 Community Foundation of Johnson County’s Tee Off for Philanthropy Team Up for Community Golf…
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2023 Investment Performance & Economic Outlook Meeting
Fundholder's Investment Performance & Economic Outlook MeetingPlease join us on March 22nd as we welcome Dr. David Barker…
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CFJC Unveils New Strategic Plan, Mission, and Vision
A new year brings joy, hope, and renewed energy. And for the CFJC – a new strategic plan,…
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Over $330K Granted to Community Nonprofit Organizations
The Community Foundation of Johnson County is proud to announce over $330,000 in grants were awarded to 54…
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CFJC Awarded Outstanding Small Philanthropic Organization
“The Community Foundation of Johnson County has been honored as the ‘Small Philanthropic Organization’ of 2022 due to…
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Becky Svatos
Becky Svatos’ impact on our community continues with the establishment of the Svatos Engineering Endowed Scholarship Fund at…
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Professional Advisors Breakfast
Each year, many Johnson County donors choose to partner with the Community Foundation of Johnson County to fulfill…
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Welcome New CFJC Board Members!
The Community Foundation of Johnson County welcomes four new board members to our Board of Directors! Welcome, Dan…
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Mi Casa Your Casa
Mi Casa Your Casa - Project CompletionThe Mi Casa Your Casa art installation project was completed at the…
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Volunteer as a Community Grant Reviewer
The CFJC is searching for a diverse team of community reviewers to assist in the review of nonprofit…
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CLP Alumni Fund – Celebrate 31 Years!
Over the past 31 years, the Iowa City Area Business Partnership’s Community Leadership Program (CLP) has positively impacted…
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Planning For Success 2022 – May 13th
Please join us and our partners: Simmons, Perrine, Moyer, Bergman PLC; RSM; MidWestOne Bank; and the Greater Cedar…
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CFJC Sponsors Film Screening of “A Decent Home”
As a community connector and convener, the Community Foundation of Johnson County is sponsoring 50 tickets to the…
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2022 CFJC Golf Outing Registration Now Open
We are so excited to welcome back the Community Foundation of Johnson County’s Tee Off for Philanthropy Team…
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PulsePoint App to Save Lives in Johnson County
Did you know a phone app can save a life? Two new applications, PulsePoint Respond and PulsePoint AED…
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Three Scholarship Opportunities Open
The Community Foundation of Johnson County is pleased to announce the opening of three scholarship applications for Johnson…
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Investment Performance and Economic Outlook Meeting
Update: Please find the Investment Performance and Economic Outlook Meeting Slides here. Please join us virtually on February…
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We’re Hiring an Administrative Coordinator!
The Community Foundation of Johnson County (CFJC) is a tax-exempt, 501(c)3 charitable nonprofit organization dedicated to serving the…
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$314,446 Awarded in Community Grants
The Community Foundation of Johnson County is proud to announce over $314,000 in grants were awarded to 59…
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Making An Impact with Your Giving: A Year-End Giving Webinar
The end of the year is quickly approaching and with it will come many opportunities for charitable giving.…
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Welcome, Julie!
We are excited to welcome Julie Yoder to the Community Foundation as our new Vice President of Finance…
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Skogman Realty Golf Outing Benefiting Deafinitely Dogs
This event occurred September 30, 2021. Check back next year for the 9th Annual Skogman Benefit Golf Outing!…
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CFJC Conference Room Dedication to Dean Price
Dean Price joined the Community Foundation Board of Directors in 2001 and has been serving our organization and…
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Welcome New Board Members!
The Community Foundation is excited to welcome five new community leaders to our Board of Directors. Our 21-person…
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Thank you, Shirley!
After 15 years of world class service to the Community Foundation and Johnson County, our Chief Financial Officer,…
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Thank You, Board Members!
We are so grateful to the following five outstanding volunteers for their service to our Board of Directors…
Learn MoreCommunity Connections Features Inclusive Johnson County Fund
CFJC Executive Director, Shelly Maharry, made a guest appearance this week on City Channel 4 and the City…
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We’re Hiring! Coordinator Position Available
At the Community Foundation of Johnson County, we know that a thriving community simply cannot exist where all…
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Volunteer as a Community Grant Reviewer
The CFJC is searching for a diverse team of community reviewers to assist in the review of nonprofit…
Learn MoreCLP Alumni Fund Support
Every year the Iowa City Area Business Partnership connects with their network of more than 650 Community Leadership…
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Celebrating a Commitment to Giving Through the Community Foundation
The Community Foundation of Johnson County is excited to announce the awarding of the inaugural Partners in Philanthropy…
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Emergency Response Grant Awarded
We are happy to announce that the Johnson County Affordable Housing Coalition has been awarded a $1,250 Emergency…
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2021 Scholarships Open for Applications
Two Scholarships Are Now Open for ApplicationsThe Community Foundation of Johnson County is pleased to announce the opening…
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Emergency Response Fund Grantee Stories
The 2020 Emergency Response Grants played an integral role in our community’s recovery and resilience through the coronavirus…
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CFJC Investment Performance Review and Economic Outlook Meeting
Thanks to all who joined us for the Investment Performance Review and Economic Outlook Meeting. If you missed…
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We’re Hosting a Book Club!
The CFJC is launching a new book club! This opportunity is open to anyone – donors, nonprofit partners,…
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20th Anniversary: A Celebration of the Power of Yes
You’re invited to our 20th Anniversary Celebration! Save the date for Friday, December 11th at 10 a.m. to celebrate…
Learn MoreInclusive Johnson County Fund Opens
The Community Foundation of Johnson County is committed to serving as a community catalyst and connector to help…
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CFJC Joins Nationwide Community Foundation Celebration
The Community Foundation of Johnson County will join in a nationwide celebration, November 12-18, 2019, to recognize the…
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Over $314K Awarded: Community Recovery & Nonprofit Support Grants
This year, the nonprofit organizations in Johnson County have seen an increased demand on their services. The Community…
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Food with Love Project Wins 2020 Iowa City Area Resiliency Award
Last week, the Food with Love Project was awarded the 2020 Iowa City Area Resiliency Award for a…
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What We Can Do Together: CFJC Provides Non-Financial Assistance
Project Better Together, a community initiative driven by the Iowa City Area Business Partnership, Think Iowa City, Iowa…
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Neighborhood NESTS: Nurturing Every Student Together Safely
In response to the challenges our school districts face when designing Return to Learn plans, a group of…
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Iowa Derecho Recovery Resources
Iowa Derecho Recovery Resources: For volunteers, donors, and those in need of reliefThe following is a list of…
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Community Foundation Administers $199,871 in COVID-19 Relief
On March 16, 2020, the Community Foundation of Johnson County activated our emergency response fund with a commitment…
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Community Leadership Program Alumni Fund
June 2020 Every year the Iowa City Area Business Partnership connects with their network of more than 675…
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100+ Men Who Care Support Emergency Response Funds
May 2020 Although members of 100+ Men Who Care are not able to meet in person at this…
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United Iowa Financial Awards $10,000 Grant to Community
United Iowa Financial Celebrates 1st Anniversary with $10,000 Grant to Community This spring, our friends at United Iowa…
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U.S Bank has awarded a $25,000 grant to Emergency Response Fund
U.S. Bank has expedited its annual $1 million Market Impact Fund grant program to provide funding for 30…
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14th Annual Golf Outing Cancelled
With regret the Community Foundation of Johnson County has chosen to cancel the 14th Annual Tee Off for…
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UPDATE July 2020: The Food with Love Project has been completed and donations are no longer being accepted.…
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FEDERAL ASSISTANCE PROGRAMS FOR NONPROFITS and SMALL BUSINESSES
FEDERAL ASSISTANCE PROGRAMS FOR NONPROFITS and SMALL BUSINESSES Paycheck Protection Program The Paycheck Protection Program provides small businesses…
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HAVlife Foundation of Johnson County awards $20,000 matching grant
HAVlife Foundation of Johnson County awards $20,000 matching grant to support Emergency Response Fund The HAVlife Foundation of…
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Community Foundation Office Closed to the Public
In an effort to protect the health of our staff and visitors, the Community Foundation of Johnson County’s…
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Emergency Response Fund Addresses Community Needs
On March 16, 2020, the Community Foundation of Johnson County activated our emergency response fund with a commitment…
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Planning for Success 2020: Charitable Gift Strategy Seminar
Planning for Success 2020: Charitable Gift Strategy Seminar Join us for breakfast as we bring together industry professionals…
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Fund Holders Investment and Economic Forecast Meeting
We would like to invite you to our first Fund Holders Investment and Economic Forecast meeting on Tuesday,…
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Coralville Community Fund to host first Grant Cycle
The Coralville Community Fund is delighted to share that they will be hosting their first granting cycle in…
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Great Give Day!
The Community Foundation of Johnson County is pleased to share we are sponsoring our first Great Give Day…
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Our Commitment to Excellence and Accountability
When it comes to being exceptional stewards of charitable resources, donors can trust us. The Community Foundation of…
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Community Foundation Elects New Board Members
The Community Foundation of Johnson County recently elected two new officers to their Board of Directors. Joining the…
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Come visit us at our new location!
On August 1, 2019, the Community Foundation of Johnson County relocated to 501 12th Avenue, Suite 102 in…
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