The Community Foundation of Hancock County (CFHC) connects generous donors with the causes and nonprofits that make Hancock County a great place to live, work, and grow.
The Hancock County Foundation exists to keep charitable dollars working in Hancock County for generations. We help donors create funds and endowments that support the causes they care about most — so their impact continues long after the gift is made.
We believe that charitable giving should be a force for lasting change. By building permanent endowments and supporting local nonprofits, we help ensure that Hancock County remains a great place to live, work, and grow — not just today, but for tomorrow too.
Through permanent funds and community grants, local charitable dollars stay in Hancock County—creating impact today and building a lasting legacy for generations to come.
From grants to named endowment funds, we offer flexible ways to invest in the community you love.
Establish a named fund to support causes you care about most. Donor advised, designated grants, and field of interest funds are all available.
We fund local nonprofits and organizations working to strengthen health, arts, education, and civic life across Hancock County.
Creating an endowment is one of the most powerful ways to care for the causes, places, and neighbors you love—for generations to come.
Your generosity directly enriches Hancock County. Every gift stays local to fuel vital education programs, preserve vibrant public spaces, and support the community organizations you care about most. Whether responding to immediate needs or building for the future, donating gives you a direct role in making our hometown a stronger, more resilient place for everyone.
Your charitable gift creates an enduring legacy — supporting the programs and people that define this community for generations to come.
Give online, by check, or transfer assets like stock or real estate. Every gift — large or small — builds lasting impact.
Direct your gift to a specific cause, nonprofit, or fund. Or let us put it to work where Hancock County needs it most.
Your contribution becomes a permanent endowment — growing and giving year after year, long into the future.
Our board of directors is always ready to help each donor choose the best giving option for them. We understand there are lots of options, and we want to help you choose what fits best with your goals. Fill out the form here, or contact us using our other channels to get started on your legacy!
Nonprofit organizations serving Hancock County residents are encouraged to apply for our 2025 spring community grants, with awards up to $10,000.
We are proud to announce 28 scholarships awarded to graduating Hancock County seniors, totaling over $74,000 in student support.
Our 2024 Annual Report highlights a record year of grantmaking, new endowment funds, and expanded partnerships across the county.
Celebrate continued impact with the Community Foundation of Hancock County (CFHC) at their Second Annual Awards Night! Marking more than two decades of growth, impact, and community transformation, this special evening will honor the incredible projects and individuals who continue to shape the foundation’s success.
The celebration takes place on Thursday, March 4, 2027. The event location will be announced soon.
Guests are kindly asked to RSVP to Ellen at hancockcounty@desmoinesfoundation.org. Come raise a glass to our community’s ongoing dedication and celebrate the people who make Hancock County shine!
