Teen Trust

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Teen Trust is a youth philanthropy group consisting of 24 high school students who allocate $15,000 in grants to local nonprofits each year.

The Teen Trust Board is a diverse group of high school students from the Black Hawk County area facilitated by a qualified mentor. Teen Trust provides them the opportunity to serve as Trustees and young philanthropists in their community. They have been given $15,000 from the Community Foundation of Northeast Iowa to allocate to 501(c)(3) nonprofit agencies in Black Hawk County. Organizations serving all ages are welcome to apply for the Teen Trust grant. Using a grant application system, site visits, and interviews, the Trustees work as a team to decide which organizations they wish to help through financial aid and/or volunteerism. Teen Trust empowers and challenges high school students to address, identify and seek solutions to community needs while building a sense of social responsibility. Participants are expected to attend meetings and activities on a consistent basis. The board meets twice a month for approximately two hours per meeting and have other activities scheduled throughout the year, including service projects and fundraising efforts.

10/06/2026

Teen Trust is officially in full swing! This past Sunday, our amazing group of trustees dived deep into all things philanthropy and mapped out the grant-making cycle. 💡✨

We’re so excited for everything we’re learning, building, and preparing to give back to our community this year. Stay tuned to watch these future changemakers in action!

What’s a community cause you’re passionate about? Let us know in the comments!

09/17/2026

We can’t wait for another year of youth philanthropy, learning, leadership and making an impact in our communities. Here’s to another great year with an incredible group of young philanthropists! 💙

06/04/2026

Black Hawk County high school students: Make a difference in your community through Teen Trust!

Teen Trust is a youth philanthropy program that empowers students to learn about local needs, support nonprofit organizations, and make real funding decisions.

As a Trustee, you'll:
✅ Help award more than $15,000 in grants to local nonprofits
✅ Participate in hands-on service projects
✅ Build leadership skills
✅ Connect with students from across Black Hawk County

Applications for the 2026–2027 Teen Trust class are open now!

Learn more and apply today at cfneia.org/teentrust.

05/08/2026

High school students in Black Hawk County still have time to apply to become a 2026–2027 Teen Trust Trustee.

This youth philanthropy program gives students the opportunity to:
• Support local nonprofits
• Award over $15,000 in grants
• Complete service projects
• Build leadership skills

📅 Applications close May 15.

Apply today: cfneia.org/teentrust

04/21/2026

Don’t miss your chance to join Teen Trust!

Teen Trust is a youth philanthropy program that empowers Black Hawk County high school students to learn about community needs and award grants to local nonprofits.

As a Trustee, you’ll help allocate $15,000+ in funding, participate in service projects, and gain leadership experience alongside other students from across the county.

📣 Applications for the 2026–2027 Teen Trust class are open now.
🗓 Apply by May 15: cfneia.org/teentrust

04/13/2026

The Community Foundation of Northeast Iowa is seeking a Teen Trust Student Director to help lead our youth philanthropy program.

This position goes beyond a typical student job. You’ll:
✔ Mentor and develop student leaders
✔ Coordinate impactful service and fundraising projects
✔ Help guide grant decisions that support local nonprofits

If you’re a college student with strong communication skills and a passion for community impact, this is an incredible opportunity.

🗓 Deadline: April 15

https://bit.ly/485Ake6

04/03/2026

Do you love working with students and want hands-on experience in nonprofit leadership?

We’re hiring a Teen Trust Student Director at the Community Foundation of Northeast Iowa

This role is perfect for a college student interested in nonprofit work, youth development, or communications. You’ll help lead bi-weekly meetings, coordinate service projects, and guide students through real-world philanthropy and grantmaking.

✨ Build leadership skills
✨ Make a community impact
✨ Mentor the next generation of changemakers

Apply by April 15
https://bit.ly/485Ake6

04/02/2026

Want to make an impact in the Cedar Valley?

Teen Trust is looking for Black Hawk County high school students to serve as Trustees for the 2026–2027 program year. Trustees learn about community needs, work together to make grant decisions, complete service projects, and grow as leaders.

Each year, the group awards more than $15,000 to local nonprofits.

📌 Incoming sophomores, juniors, and seniors are eligible to apply.
🗓 Deadline: May 15

Apply here: cfneia.org/teentrust

03/23/2026

Looking for a meaningful leadership opportunity?

The Community Foundation of Northeast Iowa is now accepting applications for a Teen Trust Student Director, a unique role for a college student passionate about youth leadership, philanthropy, and making a difference.

In this role, you’ll mentor high school students, guide real grantmaking decisions, and help lead service projects that directly impact our communities.

📅 Applications are due April 15

If you’re ready to grow your leadership skills while giving back in a powerful way, we’d love to hear from you.

📩 Submit your resume and cover letter to [email protected]

https://www.cfneia.org/about-us/join-our-team/teen-trust-student-director/

03/16/2026

Become a Teen Trust Trustee!

Are you a high school student in Black Hawk County who wants to make a difference in your community? Teen Trust is now accepting applications for the 2026–2027 Trustee class.

Trustees work together to:
✔ Support local nonprofits
✔ Award more than $15,000 in grants
✔ Participate in service projects
✔ Develop leadership skills

If you’re an incoming sophomore, junior, or senior, we encourage you to apply!

🗓 Applications are due May 15.
Apply today: cfneia.org/teentrust

Address

3117 Greenhill Cir
Cedar Falls, IA
50613

Website

http://www.cfneia.org/TeenTrust

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