The Greater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation encourages all grant and loan recipients to build awareness of their projects within the community and through local media. Social media, news releases, publications, websites, speeches, brochures, annual reports, and advertising are all simple but important ways to share the impact of your work.
When promoting a project funded by the Greater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation, we ask that you acknowledge our support. Recognition helps raise awareness of the good work being funded through philanthropy in our community and encourages continued support for projects like yours.
Below you’ll find guidelines for recognition, along with ideas for sharing news about your Community Foundation-funded work.
Recognition
Logo
We encourage including the Greater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation logo on any promotional, marketing, or donor recognition materials associated with projects we have supported. This may include posters, advertisements, web pages, brochures, invitations, and similar materials.
- Download the logo below.
- Please do not squash, stretch, rotate, or otherwise modify the logo.
- If you need the logo in a different format, please contact Dylan Cooley.
- When using the logo on your website, please link it to the Community Foundation’s website: gcrcf.org
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Recognition Lists or Donation Walls
Recognition lists or permanent signage (such as donation walls) should include the Community Foundation’s name and/or logo. If the support came from a specific fund, the fund name can also be included. Acceptable formats include:
- Greater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation, XYZ Fund
- XYZ Fund at the Greater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation
If the list is alphabetized or you have limited space, you may list the Greater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation and the donor name(s) separately.
If the donor has requested anonymity (as noted in the letter accompanying your grant), please recognize the Community Foundation only.
For any questions, please contact Corinne Rahe.
Making Your Grant News
There are many ways to bring attention to your organization’s work. Here are a few ideas:
Share Your Stories and Photos With Us
Do you have a success story from your grant? We’re always looking for content for our newsletters, bulletins, events, and social media channels. We welcome story ideas that highlight the impact of Community Foundation grants.
Photos are a powerful way to illustrate your work. Please note:
- Photos must be high-resolution.
- We require photo consent from individuals pictured, or confirmation that you have obtained consent.
- You are welcome to use our photo consent form.
Please contact Dylan Cooley to share stories and photos.
Media Releases or Newsletters
When preparing a media release or newsletter article about a project funded by the Community Foundation, please acknowledge our support. If you would like to include a quote from the Community Foundation, please contact Corinne Rahe.
You may also include the following boilerplate in media releases related to Community Foundation-funded projects:
About the Greater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation
The Greater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation is a nonprofit organization that supports Linn County, Iowa by stewarding charitable assets and awarding grants to address community needs and opportunities. The Community Foundation is a convenor and partner to donors, funders, and nonprofit organizations working together to build vibrant and inclusive communities where all people can thrive. Founded in 1949 as the Community Welfare Foundation, we became a public community foundation in 1992. Today, we steward more than $229 million in charitable assets across more than 1,000 funds, generating grants for the greater good of Linn County. Our Vision: A vibrant and inclusive Linn County where all people thrive. Our Mission: To strengthen our community through philanthropy. For more information on the Community Foundation, visit gcrcf.org or visit Facebook, Instagram. or LinkedIn..
Events
If you are hosting an event or public celebration related to your project, please acknowledge the Community Foundation’s role as funder. When appropriate, we are also happy to speak at your events to share our support for your work.
Keep Us in the Loop Through Social Media
Share impact stories and project milestones by tagging the Community Foundation on social media:
- Facebook (facebook.com/GCRCF)
- Instagram (@gcrcommunityfoundation)
- LinkedIn (linkedin.com/company/the-greater-cedar-rapids-community-foundation)
Tagging us helps us stay informed and allows us to amplify your work while highlighting the Community Foundation’s role as a funder or partner.
