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The Hardin County Community Endowment Foundation is an affiliate of the Community Foundation of Greater Des Moines, a community foundation that is confirmed in compliance with National Standards for U.S. Community Foundations.

How You Can Get Involved

Call (641) 373-1379 to Donate Or Contact Us to get Involved

Charity Fund

By working with the Hardin County Community Endowment Foundation, you can improve the quality of life throughout Hardin County by providing ongoing support to charitable organizations or causes that have meaning to you; whether you act now, create a lasting legacy or decide to do both!

Community Grants and Hardin County Arts and Culture

 

Since 2004, community foundations in the 84 counties have received $136 million. These funds help build infrastructure, increase tourism, address environmental conservation and bring cultural attractions to the state.

The Schiller Fund

The Schiller Fund was established in 2017 through the generous contributions of Eleanor and Evelyn Schiller. The esteemed ladies identified several areas of focus, including agriculture, arts and culture, community enhancement, and health and human services. The fund is accessible to individuals residing in Iowa Falls, Alden, and Buckeye.

Raising the quality of life throughout Hardin County since 2005

Initiatives Supported

Million Dollars Raised

Years Serving Hardin County

What We Do

The Hardin County Community Endowment Foundation seeks to raise the quality of life throughout Hardin County by fostering philanthropy, connecting donors to area needs and building community partnerships. Based on the American virtues of volunteerism and philanthropy, the Foundation fosters a legacy of support for the people of Hardin County by making grants to not-for-profit organizations working in the areas of arts and culture, community development, education, environment, health, and human services.
Since its inception, the Foundation has built its endowment assets to more than $3 million and awarded more than $1.4 million in scholarships and grants to nonprofit agencies serving the residents of Hardin County.

Our Mission

To promote charitable giving, to build permanent endowment funds for Hardin County, and to address a broad range of community issues through active leadership and grant-making.

Become a Sponsor. Get Involved.

By working with the Hardin County Community Endowment Foundation, you can improve the quality of life throughout Hardin County by providing ongoing support to charitable organizations or causes that have meaning to you; whether you act now, create a lasting legacy or decide to do both!

Get in Touch. Get Involved.

Contact Us: If you have any questions, feedback, or inquiries, don't hesitate to reach out to us. You can fill out the contact form on our website, which includes options to submit your message or request support. We strive to respond to all inquiries promptly and provide the assistance you need.

P.O. Box 473 Iowa Falls, Iowa 50126

Call Us: 641-373-1379