Vinton Community Foundation
The Vinton Community Foundation is a tax-exempt charitable organization,501c3 ; that was established November 7, 1994. The purpose of the foundation is to receive and accept donations for educational, cultural, or charitable purposes. The Foundation then disburses the donations among local tax-exempt community organizations to support various projects. Through the use of these donations, the quality of life in the Vinton area is improved.
Over its lifetime, the foundation has provided over $680,000 to nonprofit groups and community projects. Each year the foundation distributes 100% of the interest earned and any donations which are not restricted. Restricted donations are either placed into the endowment or if for a specific use – distributed for that use.
The Foundation is managed by the five-member board of directors, who are appointed by various community organizations and serve limited terms.
2026 Board of Directors
2026 Current Board of Directors of the Vinton Community Foundation:
Left to right:
Dakoda Sellers – representing Vinton City Council
Kyle Koeppen – representing the Vinton Shellsburg School District
Kristine Horst – representing Vinton Unlimited
Deb Wilberg – representing Farmers Savings Bank & Trust