In crisis? Contact us at 319-362-2174 or 988.

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Ways to Give

Online Donations

“Speaking with your staff last night made me feel like I mattered.”

– crisis center caller

Donors who wish to donate online can use their PayPal account or their credit card information to make a one-time donation or a monthly contribution. Monthly contributions allow you to send monthly donations to Foundation 2 Crisis Services to help continue our mission by checking one box—that’s it!

To cancel your monthly contributions, contact our offices at 319-362-1170  or by using our contact form.

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Endowment

"They were there when it felt like no one else was, and that was life-changing."

– crisis center caller

In June 2021, Foundation 2 Crisis Services established an endowment through the Greater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation. The endowment’s purpose is to support the mission of Foundation 2 Crisis Services in perpetuity. A gift to our endowment is a wonderful way to honor the life of someone who died by suicide because the gift will continue to serve our organization for years to come. Connect with the Greater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation here.

The Endow Iowa Tax Credit Program allows taxpayers to receive an Iowa state income tax credit equal to 25 percent of the value of your gift for certain endowed charitable gifts. These gifts are not eligible for a state income tax deduction, although they do qualify for the federal charitable deduction. The Greater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation is a qualified community foundation that provides access to Endow Iowa tax credits. Learn more here.

Venmo Donations

"I felt the sensation of tons of weight lifting off my shoulders, back, head, conscience. ...They saved me, I owe them my life."

-Mobile Crisis Outreach caller

We offer a quick, secure option to donate on mobile through Venmo. Donate at @Foundation2 to support our mission today.

Donation by Check

"Please let your staff know how much I appreciate what you do. It can’t be easy, but you are helping save lives.”

-crisis center caller

We accept check donations that are made payable to Foundation 2 Crisis Services. Please send your check to:

1714 Johnson Ave. NW,
Cedar Rapids, IA 52405

Be sure to include the following information: Name, Email, Address, and Phone Number. If you are making this gift in honor of someone, please let us know their name. If your company will match this gift, please let us know the name of the company and enclose a gift matching form.

Memorial or Honorarium Gifts

“You all make the world a better place with who you serve and what you do.”

-Foundation 2 Crisis Services donor

Our donors may choose to celebrate a good friend or family member, or honor the memory of a loved one by making a memorial or tribute gift. Tribute gifts can be given online (be sure to include their information in the additional area provided for donations) or by making a check donation.

If you would like to learn more about memorial or tribute gifts, you can call our office at 319-362-1170.

Please use this link to allow us to capture your honoree’s information with your donation. 

Make an In-Memory Donation here

Leave Your Legacy

“Your service was a blessing. I don’t know what I would have done without them; I was at a loss of what to do.”

-Mother of youth client

Make a gift in your will to help your community.

For more information contact Katie Curtis:
kcurtis@foundation2.org
(319) 200-8428

In-Kind Donations

"Every kid in your shelter is a gem; they just need someone to help them shine. Thank you to everyone who helped me shine.”

-former youth shelter client

Commonly needed items at the emergency youth shelter (ages 11-17, all genders) include:

  • Holiday and birthday gifts
  • Socks and underwear
  • Recreational activities (sports equipment, games, craft supplies, etc.)
  • Personal hygiene products
  • School supplies

Commonly needed items with the Fostering Futures program (ages 17-23, all genders) include: 

  • Small household items
  • Gift cards (to area restaurants, gas stations, grocery stores, etc.)
  • Full-size toiletries
  • Phone cards (Straight Talk, T-Mobile, etc.)
  • Suitcases, bags, totes and other storage containers

In-kind donations can be dropped off at the Foundation 2 Crisis Services Administrative Office, 1714 Johnson Ave NW in Cedar Rapids, Monday through Friday 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. 

Please note, we kindly request that all donations be new and in their original packaging. To inquire about donating used items, please call ahead at 319-362-1170.