Eichacker / Lofton Grant Fund

One of George Eichacker’s and Richard Lofton’s proudest achievements was being the founding fathers of the Keokuk Area Community Foundation. George and Richard established the Keokuk Area Community Foundation Grant Fund to support Keokuk Area organizations in arts and culture, community betterment, education, health, and human services.

To honor George and Richard's legacies, the Keokuk Area Community Foundation Board of Directors renamed the Keokuk Area Community Foundation Grant Fund the Eichacker/Lofton Grant Fund in 2024.

Eickacker / Lofton Grant Guidelines

Application Dates: 4/28/2026 – 6/29/2026
General Keokuk Area Community Foundation and North Lee Community Foundation General Guidelines also apply.
Lee County, Hancock County, or Clark County 501 (c)(3) nonprofit organizations, municipalities, churches, and schools with charitable intent will be considered.
One grant per organization.
Grants awarded up to $10,000.

Types of Projects Supported

Capital Projects: Grant awards would assist organizations with the upkeep and/or repair of buildings and facilities, the purchase and/or upgrade of new equipment, and the replacement of existing equipment, including new equipment and technology.
Program Projects: Grant awards could be awarded to establish new programs or initiatives and/or to assist with funding the growth and expansion of existing programs and activities.

2026 Eichacker / Lofton Grant Recipients

In 2026 the Eichacker/Lofton Grant Fund awarded a combined total of $172,000 in grants to 26 nonprofit organizations. These grants support a wide range of community projects, from youth programs and food security initiatives to arts, recreation, and essential human services.