Competitive Donor-Advised Funds
Donor-advised grants from the Greater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation support diverse nonprofit programs and projects in Linn County, with scientific and community priorities set by individual donors.
Funder: Greater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation
Due Dates: March 6, 2026 | July 2, 2026 | September 11, 2026
Funding Amounts: Typical awards range from $1,000–$10,000 depending on the donor-advised fund; e.g., Diamond V average is $7,500; duration is typically 12 months.
Summary: Donor-driven grants supporting nonprofit programs, capital projects, and event sponsorships in Linn County, Iowa, with priorities set by individual donor advisors.
Key Information: Each fund has unique priorities and requirements; organizations may apply once per fund per 12 months.
Description
Competitive Donor-Advised Funds at the Greater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation provide grant opportunities for nonprofits, governmental entities, and organizations with 501(c)(3) fiscal sponsors serving Linn County, Iowa. These grants are unique in that funding priorities, decision-making, and award timing are set by individual donor advisors, not the foundation itself. Funds may support programmatic or operating needs, capital campaigns, or event sponsorships, with each donor-advised fund specifying its own focus areas, eligible activities, and restrictions. Awards are typically for a 12-month period.
