Competitive Donor-Advised Funds
The Competitive Donor-Advised Funds from the Greater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation support a wide range of science, research, and community projects in Linn County, Iowa, based on donor priorities.
Funder: Greater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation
Due Dates: March 6, 2026 | July 2, 2026 | September 11, 2026
Funding Amounts: Typical awards range from $500 to $10,000 for World Class Industries fund; other donor-advised funds generally range from $1,000 to $10,000; duration is 12 months.
Summary: Donor-driven grants supporting nonprofit, governmental, and fiscally sponsored projects in Linn County, Iowa, with priorities and award amounts set by individual donor-advisors.
Key Information: Each donor-advised fund has unique priorities and eligibility—review details before applying; separate applications required for each fund.
Description
The Competitive Donor-Advised Funds, administered by the Greater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation, provide flexible, donor-directed grant opportunities for nonprofit organizations, governmental entities, and groups with a fiscal sponsor serving Linn County, Iowa. Each donor-advised fund sets its own funding priorities, eligible activities, and award amounts, reflecting the philanthropic interests of local families and corporations. Grants may support programmatic initiatives, operating expenses, capital campaigns, or event sponsorships, depending on the fund. Applications are not subject to limits for other Community Foundation grant programs, and organizations may apply to multiple donor-advised funds as appropriate.
