Here are some examples of the impact being made in Keokuk County!
Keswick Sign 2006
2006 – A new town marker greets visitors to Keswick in style
2008 – The same sign was illuminated
Keokuk Co EMTs 2018
2018 – Purchase of portable equipment to assist patients in respiratory distress
Keokuk Co Hospital 2018
2018 – Carbon Monoxide Level Indicator
can save precious time in treating patients
Keota Baseball Walkways
2008 – Concrete Walks and Bleacher Pads were installed at Keota High School Baseball and Softball Complex to assist elderly
Webster Basketball Hoops 2008
2008 – Websters Park intalled new adjustable basktball hoops for players of all sizes
Martinsburg Park Bench 2008
2009 – Martinsburg now has a comfortable spot to sit thanks to KCCEF
What Cheer Building Renovation 2008
2009 – The Cuckler building at What Cheer received a new overhead door
Keokuk Co Sportsmen Equipment 2010
2010 – Keokuk Co Sportsmen purchased new equipment
Martinsburg Town Sign 2009
2009 – The City of Martinsburg greets passersby with a new town sign
Rock Creek Donor Board 2010
2010 – Rock Creek Park Church installed a new donor board
Lancaster Heritage 2010
2010 – Lancaster Heritage Association repaired this building
Mezzanine Seating in Keota 2010
2010 – The Baseball Field at Keota High School poured concrete for mezzanine seating on the hillside
Harper Park Upgrade 2010
2010 – Harper installed new play equipment at the town park
What Cheer Town SIgn 2010
2010 – What Cheer greets visitors with a new town sign
Rock Creek Historic Church 2010
2010 – Rock Creek Park Historic Church gets a facelift both inside and out
Sigourney Library Collection 2010
2010 – The collection of CDs and DVDs at Sigourney Library was enhanced with a grant
Veterans Flags Keota Cemetary 2011
2011 – After a devastating wind storm, the Veteran Flags at Keota Cemetery needed replacement
Richland Low Income Roofing 2013
2013 – Richland replaced the roofing on their low rent housing facilities
Dumont Museum 2015
2015 – Dumont Museum upgraded their collection
Sigourney Library Computer Lab 2012
2012 – Sigourney Library enhanced their computer lab
Lancaster School 2015
2015 – Lancaster School was restored with money in part from KCCEF
Childrens Room Sigourney Library 2013
2013 – Sigourney Public Library renovated their children department
Keokuk Co Historical Society 2016
2016 – Keokuk Co Historical Society reroofed their building.
Sigourney Police Dept 2016
2016 – Sigourney Police purchased a non lethal weapon with KCCEF funds
Sigourney Public Library 2016
2015 – Sigourney Library enhanced their collection with a KCCEF grant
Webster Park Play Equipment
2017 – Webster Park was upgraded for the local youth and young at heart
Library Adventure Packs 2017
2017- Adventure Packs for Kids were created by the Sigourney Public Library
What Cheer Play Equipment 2017
2018 – What Cheer Park received new play equipment thanks to KCCEF
Harper Park Bench
Harper Park offers a quiet place to sit and relax thanks to KCCEF
What Cheer Opera House
2017 – What Cheer Opera House did some much needed rewiring and upgraded lights
Sigourney Safety Communications
Sigourney Police upgrade their communication equipment with KCCEF money
Wilson Library Computer
Wilson Library in Keota enhanced their kids computer to the delight of some young patrons
Veterans Memorial
This memorial offers a place of pride for our local veterans
2023
Total Amount Awarded: $137,217.43
Organization |
Project |
Amount |
| American Legion Post #83 | Gravel for Legion Parking area | $32396.00 |
| City of Delta | Playground Equipment | $5,000.00 |
| City of Hayesville | City Hall Renovation | $5,000.00 |
| City of Hedrick | Park fence / concrete floor for shed | $5,000.00 |
| City of Keswick | Roof for Shelter at City Park | $4,163.75 |
| City of Martinsburg | New City Hall Furnishings | $5,000.00 |
| City of Sigourney – Park & Rec | Swimming Pool Picnic Tables | $5,000.00 |
| City of Thornburg | Street Repairs | $5,000.00 |
| City of Webster | Street Repairs | $5,000.00 |
| Clear Creek Township | Talleyrand Cemetery Restoration Project | $5,000.00 |
| Community Center | Roofing Project **Disaster Recovery Fund Recipient | $5,000.00 + $15,000.00 |
| Delta Town and Country | Stage Remodel | $2,500.00 |
| Hedrick Public Library | Book Expansion & Computer Maintenance | $1,832.00 |
| Keokuk County Ambulance | Portable Radios | $4825.68 |
| Keokuk County Fair / What Cheer | Floral Hall / Tuckpointing | $3,000.00 |
| Keokuk Plank – Sunny Ridge Cemetery | Repair and Reset Headstone | $5,000.00 |
| Keswick Fire Department | Fire Department Gear | $5,000.00 |
| Keswick American Legion #319 | Replace Tables and Chairs | $5,000.00 |
| Sigourney Public Library | Enhance Workplace | $2,500.00 |
| South English Fire Department | Generator, Portable LED Lights and truck mounted LED lights | $2,000.00 |
| South English QRS | Portable Generator and LED Light | $4,000.00 |
| UNleashed | Utility Trailer | $5,000.00 |
| What Cheer Brick Museum | Lighting and FIxture upgrade | $5,000.00 |
| What Cheer Opera House | Opera House Remodeling Project – *Major Award | $25,000.00 |
24 Projects Funded
|
Total Awards |
$137,217.43 |
2016 Projects
Total Amount Awarded: $93,850.00
Organization |
Project |
Amount |
| Crisis Intervention Services | Assault Services to Victims | $3,000.00 |
| City of Delta Fire Dept | New Gear Racks | $2,000.00 |
| Delta Comm Housing Project | Roofing Project | $3,000.00 |
| Delta Town & Country Center | Replace Gym Windows | $2,000.00 |
| Keokuk County Fair | Grandstand & Concession Renov | $2,000.00 |
| First Resources Corp | Vocational Site Wall Repair | $2,500.00 |
| Food Bank of Southern Iowa Inc | Door Replacement | $2,000.00 |
| City of Harper | Replace Storm Drain Line | $5,000.00 |
| City of Hayesville | Tornado Siren | $2,500.00 |
| City of Hedrick Public Library | Public Library Upgrade | $1,600.00 |
| City of Hedrick | Security System | $750.00 |
| Keokuk County Sheriff | K9 Patrol Unit | $3,000.00 |
| Keokuk County Conservation | Belva Deer Trail | $5,000.00 |
| Keokuk County Exposition Inc | Show Ring & Barn Lighting | $1,000.00 |
| Keokuk County Health Center | Copilot | $4,000.00 |
| Keokuk County Historical Society | Stone House Repair | $2,500.00 |
| Keok Co Soil & Water Conserv Dist | Conservation Education | $1,000.00 |
| City of Keota | Water Meter Revitalization | $5,000.00 |
| City of Keswick | Street Repairs | $5,000.00 |
| City of Martinsburg | Street Surface Repairs | $4,000.00 |
| City of Ollie | Community Center Renovations | $2,500.00 |
| City of Richland | Alumni Park Shelter Roofing | $2,000.00 |
| City of Richland Public Library | Enhancement and Expansion | $1,000.00 |
| Richland Betterment Council | Mower/Snow Removal Equipment | $3,000.00 |
| City of Sigourney Police Dept | Police Weapon System | $3,000.00 |
| City of Sigourney | Lewis Memorial Renovation | $2,500.00 |
| City of Sigourney Police Dept | Police Auxiliary 3 Cs Project | $1,000.00 |
| City of Sigourney Public Library | Collection Enhancement Project | $2,000.00 |
| Sigourney After Prom / Drama Dept | Projection System & Screen | $2,500.00 |
| North Keokuk Co Fire Dept | 100 Watt Radio | $2,000.00 |
| South English Development Corp | Entrance Doors Replacement | $1,000.00 |
| City of Thornburg | Street Repairs | $4,000.00 |
| City of Webster | Playground Equipment | $4,000.00 |
| City of What Cheer | Keok Co Freedom Rock Park | $4,000.00 |
| City of What Cheer Public Library | Computer Upgrades for Kids | $1,500.00 |
| What Cheer Opera House Inc | Wiring & Sign Replacement | $1,000.00 |
35 Projects Funded |
Total Awards |
$93,850.00 |
2015 Projects
Total Amount Awarded: $96.132.19
Organization |
Project |
Amount |
| City of Delta | Nuisance Project | $3,000.00 |
| City of Delta Fire Dept | Fire Equipment Update | $4,000.00 |
| City of Harper | Water System Efficiency | $4,000.00 |
| City of Hedrick | Park Playground, Phase 2 | $2,500.00 |
| City of Hedrick | Sidewalk Repair | $2,600.00 |
| City of Keota | Police Dept : Tough Pad | $2,500.00 |
| City of Keota | Wilson Library: Seating | $1,000.00 |
| City of Keswick | City Facility Improvements | $4,000.00 |
| City of Richland | Library Display Case | $1,000.00 |
| City of Richland | Central Park Sidewalks | $4,000.00 |
| City of Richland | Security Cameras | $2,000.00 |
| City of Sigourney | Park Memorial & Playground | $1,500.00 |
| City of Sigourney Police Dept | Communication Equipment | $5,000.00 |
| City of Sigourney | Library Computer Upgrades | $3,000.00 |
| City of Sigourney | Fire Rescue Auto Ext Needs | $3,700.00 |
| City of Sigourney Police Auxilliary | 3 Cs Project | $1,000.00 |
| City of Sigourney | Fountain Renovation | $5,000.00 |
| City of South English | QRS Responder Lighting | $3,000.00 |
| City of Thornburg | Street Repair | $4,000.00 |
| City of Webster | Water System Improvements | $4,000.00 |
| City of What Cheer Library | Computer Upgrades | $2,000.00 |
| Clear Creek Heritage Assc | Roof Repair | $5,000.00 |
| Delta Town and Country | Electrical Poles & Service | $2,000.00 |
| Keokuk Co Endowment Found | Philanthropic Promotion | $432.19 |
| Keokuk Co Conservation | Belva Deer Trail Phase 2 | $5,000.00 |
| Keokuk Co Expo | Pavillion Barn Project | $2,000.00 |
| Keokuk Co Health Center | CO Pilot VL | $5,000.00 |
| Keokuk County Sheriff | In Car Computers | $2,500.00 |
| Keokuk County Soil & Water Dist | Conservation Education | $800.00 |
| Keota VFW | Roof Repair | $3,600.00 |
| South English Develop Corp | Roofing Low Income Housing | $3,000.00 |
| Tri County Comm Schools | Art Dept Trips | $1,000.00 |
| What Cheer Opera House | Brick Repair | $3,000.00 |
33 Projects Funded
|
Total Awards |
$96,132.19 |
2014 Projects
Total Amount Awarded: $93,098.00
Organization |
Project |
Amount |
| Delta Town & Country | Energy Efficient Furnace | $2,500.00 |
| City of Hedrick | Sidewalk Project | $3,250.00 |
| American Legion | Flag/Pole Replace | $1,700.00 |
| Sigourney Public Library | Public Acc. Computers | $2,500.00 |
| City of Keota | Park Concrete | $2,450.00 |
| Keota Kindergarten | Learning Together | $500.00 |
| Wilson Memorial Library | Computer Updates | $1,000.00 |
| Keota Dare Program | Dare Program | $1,500.00 |
| Sigourney Fire Department | Radio Comm. | $2,000.00 |
| City of Keswick | City Street Repairs | $5,000.00 |
| City of Martinsburg | City Park Playground | $3,700.00 |
| City of Ollie | Handicapped Rest | $5,000.00 |
| Richland Betterment Council | Cypress Village | $4,000.00 |
| Public Library | Library Roof | $4,200.00 |
| Fire Department | Rescue & Safety | $2,000.00 |
| City of Sigourney | Town Square Park | $3,000.00 |
| Police Auxillary | 3 C’s Project | $500.00 |
| Police Department | Transport/Equipment | $3,000.00 |
| Public Library | Children’s Area | $1,500.00 |
| Swimming Pool | Equip. Replacement | $2,898.00 |
| Public Library | Collection Dev. | $5,000.00 |
| City of Webster | Water Main Upgrade | $5,000.00 |
| City of Thornburg | Street Repair 2014 | $5,000.00 |
| What Cheer Opera House | Stage Curtains | $4,500.00 |
| Public Library | Upgrade Computer | $2,000.00 |
| Keota Fire Department | Thermal Imaging Camera | $2,000.00 |
| Friends of RC | Entrance Door Repair | $2,600.00 |
| Iowa Radio Read | Read to local blind | $1,200.00 |
| Keokuk County Fair | Elec. Poles & Service | $2,000.00 |
| Sigourney Historical Society | Stone House Maint. | $2,500.00 |
| Keokuk County Sheriff | Two Way Radio Rep. | $5,000.00 |
| Sixteen Cemetery | Flags & Maintenance | $2,500.00 |
| County Fire Dept | Rehab Chair/Ice Mach | $1,600.00 |
33 Projects Funded |
Total Awards |
$93,098.00 |
2013 Projects
Total Amount Awarded: $92,950.00
Organization |
Project |
Amount |
| 4H Keokuk Co Extension | Ricochet Leadership Training | $2,000.00 |
| City of Hedrick | Veteran Building Improvements | $2,000.00 |
| City of Keota | Making a Climb Playground | $2,000.00 |
| City of Keswick | Snow Pusher | $3,800.00 |
| City of Kinross | City Maintenance Phase 3 | $5,000.00 |
| City of Martinsburg | City Hall & Park Repairs | $5,000 |
| City of Sigourney | $4,900.00 | |
| City of Thornburg | Street Repair | $5,000.00 |
| City of Webster | Sidewalk Repair | $4,500.00 |
| City of What Cheer | Community Event Equipment | $700.00 |
| Clear Creek Heritage Assc | Reception Area Accessibility | $4,800.00 |
| Delta Town and Country | Energy Efficient Water Heater | $1,900.00 |
| Keokuk Co | 2 Way Radio Repeaters | $5,000.00 |
| Keokuk Co Fair | Steel for Barn | $2,000.00 |
| Keokuk Co Health Center | Vein Finding System | $5,000.00 |
| Keokuk Co Historical Society | Stained Glass Restoration | $2,500.00 |
| Keota Historical Museum | Preservation | $700.00 |
| Keota VFW | Shelter Project | $2,750.00 |
| Keota Volunteer Fire Dept | Building Addition | $2,000.00 |
| Knights of Columbus | Sewer Improvement | $5,000.00 |
| Lancaster Heritage | Exterior Siding Replacement | $500.00 |
| Richland Betterment Council | Roof Replacement | $5,000.00 |
| Richland Little League | Fence Rehab | $5,000.00 |
| Sigourney FIre Dept | Grain Rescue Tube | $1,850.00 |
| Sigourney Library | Public Access Computer | $1,700.00 |
| Sigourney Little League | Ball Field Scoreboards | $2,500.00 |
| Sigourney Police Auxillary | 3Cs Project | $250.00 |
| Sixteen Cemetery | Avenue of Flags | $1,000.00 |
| South English Library | Geneology and Local History | $5,000.00 |
| What Cheer Library | Computer & Children Dept | $2,500.00 |
| What Cheer Opera House | Step Replacement | $3,100.00 |
| Wilson Memorial Library | Reading Program | $1,000.00 |
32 Projects Funded |
Total Awards |
$95,950.00 |
2012 Projects
Total Amount Awarded: $118,130
Organization |
Project |
Amount |
| 4H Keokuk Co Extension | Leadership Training | $2,150.00 |
| Sig American Legion | Folding Tables | $2,400.00 |
| City of Hedrick | Ceiling/Side Wall Storm Door | $1,530.00 |
| City of Hedrick | Electric Upgrade | $2,000.00 |
| Hedrick Library | DVD / Audio Book Project | $900.00 |
| Hedrick Fire Dept | Fire Station Addition | $2,000.00 |
| City of Keota | Forward Moving Progress | $1,481.00 |
| City of Keswick | Shop Equipment | $1,800.00 |
| City of Keswick | Public Bathroom / Equipment | $3,600.00 |
| City of Kinross | City Maintenance Phase 2 | $4,000.00 |
| City of Martinsburg | Streets / USPS Area | $5,000.00 |
| Richland Betterment Council | Cypress Village Housing | $4,400.00 |
| Richland Library | Community Media / Meeting | $1,000.00 |
| Sigourney Library | Updated Automation System | $1,000.00 |
| Sigourney Police Dept | Tactical Vests | $5,000.00 |
| South English Library | Automation / Summer Program | $3,000.00 |
| City of Thornburg | Street Repair Phase 2012 | $5,000.00 |
| City of Webster | New Town Sign | $3,500.00 |
| What Cheer Library | Computerized Automation | $2,000.00 |
| What Cheer Fire Dept | Protection Gear / Equipment | $2,000.00 |
| Delta Town and Country | Window Replacement | $2,000.00 |
| Delta Town and Country | Electric Pole Replacement | $2,000.00 |
| Keokuk County | Generator | $4,000.00 |
| Keokuk County | Public Safety | $5,000.00 |
| Keota Community Schools | Concession Stand Renovation | $3,285.00 |
| Knights of Columbus | Energy Efficient Upgrades | $3,000.00 |
| Lancaster Heritage | Entrance Door Replacement | $500.00 |
| What Cheer Opera House | Sound System | $2,000.00 |
28 Projects Funded |
Total Awards |
$75,546.00 |
2011 Projects
Total Amount Awarded: $93,440.00
Organization |
Project |
Amount |
| City of Delta | Condemnation Revolving Fund | $3,500.00 |
| Delta Town & Country | Paint | $1,500.00 |
| City of Harper | Water Study | $6,500.00 |
| City of Hedrick | House Demolition | $3,500.00 |
| Hedrick Fire Dept | Physicals / Air Tests | $1,500.00 |
| Hedrick Public Library | CD Conversion | $1,500.00 |
| Keota American Legion | Flag Project | $440.00 |
| Keota Volunteer Fire Dept | Thermal Camera Upgrade | $3,500.00 |
| Wilson Memorial Library | Shelving | $1,000.00 |
| City of Kinross | Tiling | $5,000.00 |
| Keswick American Legion | Kitchen Remodel | $3,500.00 |
| City of Keswick | Playground Equipment | $2,000.00 |
| Keswick Iron Street Gym | Exercize Equipment | $4,000.00 |
| City of Martinsburg | Street Repair | $5,000.00 |
| Richland Public Library | Server Upgrade | $2,700.00 |
| Richland Little League | Fence Repair | $2,000.00 |
| Richland Volunteer Fire Dept | Equipment Comp Board | $3,500.00 |
| Sigourney Public Library | Work Station Construction | $3,000.00 |
| Sigourney PTO | Soccer Nets | $1,500.00 |
| Sigourney Area Development Corp | Handicap Restrooms | $2,500.00 |
| Seneca | Office Equipment | $2,700.00 |
| Sigourney Community School | STARR Materials | $2,800.00 |
| South English Public Library | Summer Reading Program | $1,000.00 |
| City of Thornburg | Street Repair | $5,500.00 |
| City of Webster | Pump House Door & Window | $1,200.00 |
| What Cheer Ball | Resurfaace Ball Field | $1,500.00 |
| What Cheer Brick School | Roof Repair | $1,500.00 |
| What Cheer Fire & Rescue | Communication | $1,500.00 |
| What Cheer Public Library | Computer Automation | $2,000.00 |
| Dumont Museum | Carriage Restoration | $2,525.00 |
| Keokuk Co Emergency Mgmt | Shelter Equipment | $1,500.00 |
| Keokuk County Fair | Electrical Upgrade | $2,000.00 |
| Sigourney Law Enforcement | Critical Response | $4,500.00 |
| Lancaster Heritage | School Kiosk | $475.00 |
| Sts Peter and Paul Heritage | Landscape / Sidewalk | $1,600.00 |
| Community Health Action Partnership | Building rent | $2,500.00 |
| Special Donation | Keota Fire | $1,000.00 |
37 Projects Funded |
Total Awards |
$93,440.00 |
2010 Projects
Total Amount Awarded: $98,570.00
Organization |
Project |
Amount |
| Clear Creek Heritage Assoc | Kitchen & Dining Restocking | $3,000.00 |
| Delta Town & Country | Replace North Windows | $1,500.00 |
| Delta Meal Site | Needed Repairs | $1,780.00 |
| Friends of Harper | Playground Equipment | $2,400.00 |
| Harper Knight of Columbus | Accessibility Phase III | $4,000.00 |
| Hedrick American Legion | Wall Rehabilitation | $2,500.00 |
| Hedrick Civic Center | On Demand Water Heater | $1,000.00 |
| Hedrick Ball Teams | Field Renovation | $1,000.00 |
| Hedrick Fire Dept | Continued Training | $1,000.00 |
| Hedrick Public Library | Continued Automation | $3,000.00 |
| Food Bank of Southern Iowa | Purchase of New Forklift | $2,000.00 |
| Keokuk County 4H | Equipment | $1,815.00 |
| Keokuk County Sportsmen | High Houses Equipment | $1,600.00 |
| Keota Athletic Boosters | Mezzanine Seating Project | $2,000.00 |
| Keota Volunteer Fire Dept | Emergency Light | $2,000.00 |
| Wilson Memorial Library | Preserving Our History | $2,000.00 |
| Keswick Volunteer Fire Dept | Portable Communication | $1,880.00 |
| City of Kinross | City Hall / Park Updates | $5,000.00 |
| Lancaster Heritage | Toilet Construction | $1,400.00 |
| City of Martinsburg | Computer | $700.00 |
| City of Martinsburg | Streets / Tile Repair | $5,000.00 |
| City of Ollie | Infield Renovation | $5,000.00 |
| Friends of Rock Creek Church | Church Restoration | $2,000.00 |
| City of Richland | Bandstand Restoration | $2,000.00 |
| Richland Volunteer Fire Dept | Training Equipment | $2,000.00 |
| Richland Public Library | Copy Machine | $1,695.00 |
| Sigourney Community Schools | Jr High Wrestling Mat | $1,500.00 |
| Sigourney Fire & Rescue | JAWS of Life Hydraulic Pump | $1,500.00 |
| Keokuk County Ambulance | EKG Transmission Software | $3,000.00 |
| Sigourney Public Library | Multimedia Project | $1,000.00 |
| Sigourney Area Development Corp | A Road Map to Success | $1,200.00 |
| Keokuk Co Agency on Aging | Table & Chairs | $3,000.00 |
| South English QRS | Technology Upgrade | $3,000.00 |
| South English Library | Library Book Scanner | $2,000.00 |
| City of Thornburg | Welcome Sign Phase II | $600.00 |
| Tri County Community Schools | Fencing for Baseball Field | $3,500.00 |
| Town of Webster | Shelter and Water Bldg Repair | $2,000.00 |
| Webster Ball Club | Ball Field Lights | $2,000.00 |
| North Keokuk Co Fire Dept | Response Time Improvement | $2,000.00 |
| What Cheer Brick School | Roof Repair | $3,500.00 |
| City of What Cheer | City Entry Signs | $2,000.00 |
| Highland Cemetary Assoc | Remove Trees & Rock | $2,000.00 |
| Keokuk County Fair | Cement Walkway | $1,500.00 |
| What Cheer Ball | Bldgg & Ground Improvements | $2,000.00 |
| What Cheer Public Library | Computerized Automation | $2,000.00 |
45 Projects Funded |
Total Awards |
$98,570.00 |