Ways We Give

Discover grants, scholarships and sponsorships that make a difference

In 2023, Dupaco and the Dupaco Foundation financially supported 128 nonprofit and community organizations. Here’s how we’re giving back—and how you can ask for support.

Sponsorships

Grants

Strengthening the well-being of our communities

Explore grants and other opportunities made possible by the Dupaco Foundation and by Dupaco partnerships.

First-time Homebuyer Grant Program

Application period: Closed Nov. 25, 2024
Please check back in Jan. 2025

The Dupaco Foundation is awarding one-time $1,000 grants to those with low-to-moderate income who are purchasing their first home.

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Have questions? Email us at foundation@dupaco.com.

Made possible by the Dupaco Foundation

Hardship Grant Program

Application period: Begins Spring 2025

The Dupaco Foundation is awarding one-time grants up to $5,000 to those experiencing an unexpected hardship including, but not limited to, events like a medical crisis, disaster (e.g., flood, fire) or death of a family member.

Have questions? Email us at foundation@dupaco.com.

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Key City Creative Center Membership Grant

Application period: Closed Nov. 13, 2024
Awards will be announced Jan. 2025

Dupaco is awarding three six-month membership grants to Key City Creative Center for those eager to develop their skills or launch their startup business at the Dubuque makerspace.

Have questions? Email us at grants@dupaco.com.

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Nonprofit Grant Program

Application period: Begins April 2025

The Dupaco Foundation is awarding one-time grants up to $20,000 to support nonprofit organizations whose mission or programs directly further one of the Foundation’s three Community Pillars: Affordable housing and homeownership, upskilling and reskilling, or small business development.

Have questions? Email us at foundation@dupaco.com.

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Made possible by the Dupaco Foundation

Gift of Innovation Grant Program

Application period: Closed November 15, 2024
Awards will be announced Jan. 2025

Dupaco’s Gift of Innovation, powered by The Innovation Lab, is a grant program that offers innovation sessions for nonprofit organizations. It’s all about boosting nonprofits’ operations and capacity, ultimately helping the communities and people they serve.

Have questions? Email us at grants@dupaco.com.

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Made possible by The Innovation Lab and Dupaco Credit Union

Scholarships

Turn your next opportunity into a reality

Whether you’re a first-year college student or looking to further your skills, we’re connecting you with the resources, tools and scholarships to help you reach your goals.

Dupaco Foundation Scholarship

Application period: Opens Jan. 2, 2025

The Dupaco Foundation is a proud supporter of education. And we’d love to help you succeed in yours. That’s why we’re awarding twenty renewable scholarships for the 2025-2026 academic year.

Have questions? Email us at scholarship@dupaco.com.

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Made possible by the Dupaco Foundation

Warren A. Morrow Memorial Scholarship

Application period: Open now

This annual scholarship program is in memory of the late Warren Morrow and is open to credit union members pursuing or completing post-secondary education. The deadline to apply is February 7, 2025.

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Have questions? Visit the Iowa Credit Union Foundation’s website here.

Sponsorships

For the love of community

Dupaco is committed to investing in the communities we serve—making them better places to live and work. Have an event or venue you’d like Dupaco to sponsor? We’d love to hear from you! Apply for sponsorship today.

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We look for opportunities to market and promote Dupaco, while providing a positive experience for our membership.

Dupaco employees standing beside a tented booth on a sunny summer day at the Waterloo Bucks game in Waterloo, Iowa.

Dupaco supports community events, such as the Waterloo Bucks baseball games, providing an opportunity for staff to connect with potential members. (C. Olsen/Dupaco photo)

Dupaco sponsors the Festival of the Trees, uniting thousands to enjoy the season’s sights and sounds while supporting children’s mental health services. (T. Freese/Dupaco photo)

Dupaco employees under a tent outdoors on a sunny summer day issuing tickets to attendees at Music in the Park in Asbury, Iowa.

Dupaco staff provide a positive experience for those attending Asbury’s Music in the Park in Asbury, Iowa. (K. Rellihan/Dupaco photo)

Dupaco Foundation

About the Dupaco Foundation

Building on a legacy of generosity

The Dupaco R.W. Hoefer Foundation was established in 2011 to honor the retirement of 47-year employee and long-time Dupaco Community Credit Union President and CEO, Robert W. "Bob" Hoefer. The Foundation is designed to carry on the Bob Hoefer tradition of providing personal financial assistance and coaching to help hardworking and financially prudent people recover from unforeseen life events and to increase their opportunities for financial stability.

The Dupaco Foundation is an independent, tax-exempt 501(c)(3) private foundation, governed by a separate board of directors, whose purpose is charitable.

Donations

Strengthen the Dupaco Foundation's impact with a donation

Donations—big and small—may be tax-deductible* and are accepted anytime. Every dollar or gift you donate will be used to help us provide financial coaching, education and opportunities to those in need. Please mail your donation(s) to:

Dupaco Foundation
P.O. Box 179
Dubuque, IA 52004-0179

Contribution guidelines

*The Dupaco Foundation is an independent, tax-exempt 501(c)(3) private foundation, governed by a separate board of directors, whose purpose is charitable.

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