Veridian Credit Union, in collaboration with the Community Foundation of Northeast Iowa, focuses on enriching communities within its service area in Iowa and Nebraska through support to nonprofit organizations. Their mission encompasses providing general operating support grants to organizations that contribute significantly to community enrichment.
The Teen Trust Grants program embodies the principle of youth philanthropy, engaging high school students in the grantmaking process to support 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations within Black Hawk County. Marking its 25th year, the initiative allows students to manage a $15,000 fund, employing a thorough evaluation process including application reviews, site visits, and training seminars to make informed decisions on financial and volunteer support for selected charities.