Competitive Donor-Advised Funds
This grant funds nonprofit and public sector projects in Linn County, Iowa, prioritizing children's needs, mental health, and community betterment as determined by the donor advisor.
Funder: Greater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation
Due Dates: September 11, 2026 (McGrath Automotive Group Competitive Donor-Advised Fund full application deadline, 4:30 p.m. Central Time)
Funding Amounts: Typical award: $3,000; grant duration: 12 months; one grant per fund per 12 months is typical.
Summary: Supports nonprofit and public sector projects in Linn County, Iowa, with priorities in children's needs, mental health, and community betterment, as set by donor advisors.
Key Information: Applications must be submitted online; priorities and exclusions are fund-specific.
Description
The McGrath Automotive Group Competitive Donor-Advised Fund, managed by the Greater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation, provides donor-driven grants to support nonprofit and public sector projects in Linn County, Iowa. This fund specifically prioritizes initiatives serving children's needs, mental health, and community betterment. Funding decisions, priorities, and award timing are determined by the donor advisor, making each donor-advised fund unique within the Foundation's broader grantmaking portfolio. Grants typically support programmatic or capital projects, and the application process is distinct from other Community Foundation grant programs.
