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Greater Dubuque Forever Fund
No one can predict the future. However, a gift to the Forever Fund can help address community needs and opportunities that arise — whatever they might be.
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Your Contribution Is Key
Fueled by a powerful, passionate community of supporters like you.
Together, we can realize a shared vision of a strong, thriving Greater Dubuque for all.
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What is a Community Foundation?
We are your trusted partner in giving back to strengthen the place you call home.
Learn how you can build a strong region for the future.
Giving Opportunities
Transforming people’s passion for their community into lasting impact.
Find funds supporting causes that are important to you.
Women’s Giving Circle
We bring together women from diverse backgrounds to improve lives by researching needs and making grants to organizations serving women and children.
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Great Give Day
This annual, 24-hour online giving event is a way to celebrate and support local nonprofits — and build a strong community.
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History
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Homelessness and Housing
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Job Training
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Brain Health
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Seniors
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Sports & Recreation
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Technology
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Veterans
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Women
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Connecting Our Community
We bridge your generosity with community needs.
The Community Foundation works closely with many types of people to meet their philanthropic goals and address an array of complex community challenges.
People Who Give
Tom and Amanda Rauen Give With Personality
World Records and mac and cheese: the Rauens make an impact.
“We’re all here to do good, and whether you have a pot of money or you can only give a little bit, you can make a difference. In the Community Foundation, you have an organization investing your gift wisely and helping it grow to benefit future generations.”
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Community Foundation Tool Box
Find helpful links to guide you towards making a dierence in your community.
Endow Iowa Tax Credit
Learn how your gift could be eligible for this generous benefit.
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Types of Gifts
You have many options for making an impact in the community.
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Legacy & Estate Giving
Make a lasting difference for future generations.
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Private Foundation Alternative
Gain relief from the responsibilities of managing your own foundation.
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Corporate Giving
Join the us to engage, lead and transform our community.
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Memorial Funds
Consider how best to represent your loved one’s passions and interests.
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Our Approach
Top-tier financial management driven by community voice and hands-on research.
We partner with you to turn your passion and generosity into a strong and strategic investment in our community.
Confirmed in Compliance with National Standards for U.S. Community Foundations.
We have earned a 2021 GuideStar Gold Seal of Transparency. View our financial details at GuideStar.org
Partner with us to make a difference.
Our data-driven approach, financial management and personalized expert guidance ensures expert investment and fiduciary oversight.
Top-Tier Financial Management
We ensure excellent investment and fiduciary oversight that drives transformative impact.
Data-Driven Approach to Giving
We are a learning organization, collecting data, researching needs and listening to the community.
Personalized Expert Guidance
We are dedicated to providing you with resources, support and opportunities.
Our Team
Here for you.
Together, we can make a difference for the region — today, tomorrow and forever.
