"Live here...Give here..."

is based on the belief that Hardin County citizens, like you, value sharing good fortune,
lending helping hands, and supporting causes that reflect your values.

"Live here...Give here..."

supports community development - benefiting all of us!  

The following foundations are working together to strengthen Hardin County, now and into the future - by promoting community investments and by providing the tools to make local charitable giving easy.   The people of Hardin County and the organizations in our communities are invaluable assets.  Each of these foundations serve to support the programs and groups which make our community a better place to live, work, and raise our families.

To learn more about any of these foundations and how you can support causes close to your heart, make a contact by
phone or clicking on website links below.

Please join us in building Hardin County’s future:

Ackley Community Foundation

The Ackley Community Foundation is dedicated to advancing charitable giving, and providing leadership and education to meet the changing needs in our community for the benefit of all citizens. For good, for Ackley, for ever.

Mike Nuss, City Administrator - 641-847-2214

Eldora Community Foundation

The Eldora Community Foundation is a charitable public foundation established to improve the quality of life in Eldora by initiating programs, coordinating resources and supporting organizations that enhance education, community betterment, arts and culture, health and human services.

Deb Crossser, Executive Director Economic Development
641-939-4321

Ellsworth College Foundation

Ellsworth College Foundation was established in 1958 as a 501(C)3 organization. The Foundation’s primary efforts include raising funds used for scholarships, equipment purchases, and building and grounds improvement at Ellsworth Community College.

Kaitlyn Bartling, Director of Development - 641-647-4611

Ellsworth Municipal Hospital Foundation

The Ellsworth Municipal Hospital Foundation solicits and administers gifts to support the mission of Ellsworth Municipal Hospital – providing quality healthcare in Hardin County since 1902.

110 Rocksylvania Iowa Falls, IA 50126

Shirley Carter, Executive Director - 641-648-7188

Hardin County Community Endowment Foundation

"The Hardin County Community Endowment Foundation serves as a leader, catalyst, and resource providing philanthropic services that enhance Hardin County."

Carol Gilbert, Board Chair - 515-855-4170

Scenic City Civic Foundation, Iowa Falls

The SCCF is a perpetual organization formed to administer tax deductible gifts from donors, assuring that each gift will accomplish the greatest good for the residents of Iowa Falls and the surrounding area with no part of these gifts to directly benefit any private individuals or entities.

Lisa Prochaska, Board President - 641-648-3761