The Linn-Mar School Foundation is a nonprofit established in 1985 that supports students in 10 schools in Marion, Cedar Rapids, and Robins, Iowa. With annual revenue of $227,012 and 2 employees, the Foundation relies on volunteers and donations to fulfill its mission of providing enrichment opportunities and bridging funding gaps for students. The Foundation supports various programs through its annual fundraising campaign, endowment, and events, with most of its funding coming from contributions and events.

1. Number of employees: 2
Annual revenue: $227,012
Year established: 1985
KEY SERVICESWe are focused on supporting 21st Century students with
opportunities to succeed. We strive to bridge critical funding
gaps and provide enrichment opportunities for students.
HOW TO HELP
Volunteering Opportunities
Volunteers allow us to fulfill our mission of supporting
students. We rely on volunteer support for our Board
of Directors, planning committees such as Development/
Marketing, Events, Strategic Planning and Scholarships.
Event volunteers, graphic design and database management
are also needed. Registered district volunteers are always welcome in our schools.
Giving Opportunities
We have many different educational programs one can support at Linn-Mar. Please contact us for
opportunities to impact current and future students. Online giving at linnmarfoundation.org.
FUNDRAISING/EVENTSOur annual Smart Money campaign, endowment and fundraising events allow us to support grants to
our 10 schools each year. Our donors generously help support 21st Century classroom & student
technology, student enrichment opportunities, STEM initiatives, visiting author programs, music
enrichment and support programs for students facing financial obstacles.
BOARDRick Weber, Board President, Retail Sales Manager, Farmers State Bank; Jill Ackerman, Past President,
President, Marion Chamber of Commerce; Mark Ahlers, Director, Vice President Trust Officer,
Hills Bank & Trust; Missy Daubenmier, Director, Product Planning Analyst, Rockwell Collins; Barry
Frantz, Treasurer, Managing Director & Partner, Terry, Lockridge & Dunn; Don Johnson, Director,
Attorney, CPA Shuttleworth & Ingersoll; Jessica Johnson, Director, Community Volunteer; Angie
Matson, Director, Head of Financial Planning & Analysis, Transamerica; Emily McDonald, Director,
Office Manager, Barnes Manufacturing; Joy Mindrup, Director, Nurse, St. Luke’s Hospice; Darline
Reid, Director, Adjunct Faculty, Mt. Mercy University; Shelley Schroeder, Director, Trust Management
Officer, Farmers State Bank; Matt Skogman, Director, Project Manager, Skogman Homes; Lance
Staker, Director, Attorney, Rockwell Collins; Katie Streit, Secretary, Tax Manager, Transamerica; Kären
Wilson, Director, Dentist/Owner, Cedar Valley Family Dentistry; Quintin Shepherd, Ed.D., (Ex-Officio
Member), Superintendent, Linn-Mar Community School District
Top Four Funding Sources
67% Contributions
24% Events
8% Grants
1% Administrative Fee
LINN-MAR SCHOOL
FOUNDATION
2999 N.10th Street
Marion, IA 52302
319-447-3065
www.linnmarfoundation.org
EXECUTIVE OFFICER
Shelley Woods,
Executive Director
EXECUTIVE OFFICER
Rick Weber,
2016 Board President
MISSION
STATEMENT:
The Linn-Mar
School Foundation
impacts educational
excellence for
K-12 students by
connecting our
community to
educational projects
they are passionate
about.
Geographic Services Area
We serve K-12 students in 10 schools in
Marion, Cedar Rapids and Robins, Iowa. Our
support focuses on curriculum and enrichment
programming impacting 21st Century learners.