"Words cannot describe the appreciation I have for those who helped me obtain an education."

- Bryan Berry, Community Foundation scholarship recipient

"I know Mike would be pleased and humbled to know his family and friends are keeping his spirit and memory alive through the Michael J. Barrer Memorial Fund."

- Roberta Barrer

"Although our opinions differed when it came down to awarding grants, we were always able to make decisions that I believe represented the ideals of Teens for Tomorrow."

- Sarah Bitting

"Over the years the Community Foundation has offered more alternatives for giving and is able to carry out the charitable intent of any individual, while also retaining their personal identity."

- Marlin “Hap” Volz, Senior Vice President and trust officer, Wells Fargo Bank

"The Community Foundation’s flexibility and giving options meet our immediate needs and our long-terms goals for planning a secure future."

- Terese TouVelle, Bettendorf Community Schools Foundation Executive Director

"The idea of a permanent resource with the funds held and closely invested by a professional intermediary, like the Community Foundation, was an ideal plan for us."

- Wanda Gardner, LeClaire Community Library Executive Director

"Establishing a scholarship fund at the Community Foundation will enable us to support students of Pleasant Valley High School and encourage them to be the best they can be."

- Hovey and Maggie Tinsman

"The Community Foundation's process for creating a fund was very appealing to us because of its ease and simplicity."

- Janelle Swanberg, Help Legal Assistance Executive Director

"The Community Foundation feels like an extra leg to stand on. Not only does it support nonprofit organizations through grants, but it also encourages endowment building."

- Mark Drake, Christian Friendliness Executive Director

"All of us involved in the Farmers Market are grateful to the Morrison Area Community Foundation for this gift. It will be a wonderful improvement to the Market to provide benches for patrons to relax and converse."

- Sharon Habben, Farmers Market Manager