Community Partnerships
Do you have a project in your community that needs funding, or maybe a great idea or initiative that will enhance the health of your community? The Foundation partners with visionary leaders in all communities served by GMHC on initiatives that align with the FCC mission of creating healthy and vibrant todays, local projects that keep our communities healthy and strong. Apply today!
Since its beginning in 2019, the Foundation of Cornerstone Communities has partnered with five communities in the GMHC service area to provide funding for projects including updated playground equipment, pickleball courts, trails, and community vitality initiatives, including:
Guttenberg:
- Playground Equipment
- Promotional Video
- Vitality Director Position
- Pickleball Courts and Improvements
- Guttenberg Brewery Land
- Guttenberg Gallery & Creativity Center
- Transient Mississippi River Docks
- Umbrella Arts Outdoor Musical Instruments
- Dog Park
- Boy Scouts of America – Hiking Essentials Kits
- Community Garden Improvements
- Kayak Launches at South Marina & Bussey Lake Access
- Alluring Waters Gateway Entrance
- Community Resource Center
- Helping Hands
- Summer Reading Program
Elkader:
- Osborne Park Walking Paths
- Pony Hollow Trail Extension
- Pickleball Court Enhancements
- Summer Reading Program
Colesburg:
- Handicapped Parking at Baseball Diamonds
Edgewood:
- Viking Loop Trail
- Dog Park
- Kinderwood Daycare
Garnavillo:
- Garnavillo Day Care Large Motor Play Equipment
North Buena Vista:
- Playground Revitalization
Luxemburg:
- City Signage and Secure Walking Trails
Marquette:
- Driftless Center
McGregor:
- Great River Run Race Certification
Holy Cross:
- Pickleball Court
The Foundation of Cornerstone Communities partners with communities served by GMHC on projects that align with the FCC mission of creating healthy and vibrant todays.
The FCC Grantmaking Committee welcomes applications for consideration twice a year on April 15 and November 15, with decisions announced to applicants within 30 days.
For more information, email fccgmhc@gmail.com
