Girls With Goals Competitive Donor-Advised Fund
The Girls With Goals Competitive Donor-Advised Fund from the Greater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation supports Iowa nonprofits empowering girls in grades K–8 through research-driven programs and projects.
Funder: Greater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation
Due Dates: September 11, 2026 (applications due by 4:30 p.m. Central Time)
Funding Amounts: Typical award up to $1,000; 12-month grant term; generally one grant per organization per year
Summary: Supports Iowa nonprofits empowering girls in grades K–8 through programs, capital projects, or sponsorships.
Description
The Girls With Goals Competitive Donor-Advised Fund, managed by the Greater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation, provides grants to nonprofit organizations across Iowa that are dedicated to empowering girls in kindergarten through 8th grade. Funding may be used for programmatic activities, capital improvements, and sponsorships that foster leadership, confidence, and new opportunities for young girls. The fund is donor-advised, with priorities shaped by donor input, but always focused on enabling girls to pursue their aspirations and achieve positive outcomes.
