The Fort Dodge Community Foundation is committed to building strong and vibrant communities in the greater Fort Dodge region. It aims to make the area a great place to live, work, play, and raise families. The foundation supports nonprofits contributing to the community's quality of life, emphasizing making grant awards for projects aligned with community opportunities and needs.
The County Endowment Funding Grant by the Fort Dodge Community Foundation focuses on supporting charitable projects that enhance the quality of life in Iowa communities through grants. Targeting Fort Dodge, Webster County, and Northwest-Central Iowa, it operates to aid a vast spectrum of charitable causes, non-profit organizations, community programs, services, and projects. Funded by Iowa’s state gaming tax revenues, this grant program emphasizes community improvement by addressing four key principles: enriching life for citizens, families, and youth; supporting the common good; boosting economic prosperity; and advancing community betterment. It stands as a testament to the Foundation’s commitment to proactive community leadership and impactful resource allocation for fostering an environment where people thrive.
In alignment with its core principles, the Foundation prioritizes funding in the following areas: