Enhance Hamilton County Foundation

06/21/2026

A father’s legacy is often found in the lessons he teaches, the values he shares, and the example he sets for those who follow.

Today, we celebrate the fathers, grandfathers, and father figures who help shape future generations through their love, guidance, and unwavering support.

Happy Father’s Day from the Enhance Hamilton County Foundation.

06/12/2026

Some stories deserve to be shared.

When Stacie Jacobson established the Doug "Jake" Jacobson Legacy Fund, her vision was simple yet incredibly meaningful: to honor Jake's love of the outdoors by creating opportunities for others to enjoy those same experiences for generations to come.

In a relatively short time, that vision is already making an impact through projects like the Briggs Woods Lake Walleye Restocking Project, Cops N Bobbers, and now a handicapped-accessible hunting blind that will allow individuals with mobility challenges to experience the joy of hunting alongside family and friends.

We're also incredibly grateful to POET Biorefining - Jewell for their recent $3,000 contribution and to the many individuals, organizations, and businesses who have stepped forward to help bring this project to life. Their generosity is a wonderful reminder of what can happen when a community rallies around a shared vision.

The article in the Daily Freeman-Journal, Webster City, IA below shares more about this inspiring project and the partnerships making it possible.

As of today, we're just $2,000 away from fully funding the hunting blind and making it possible to have it in place for this fall's hunting season. Hunters are already lined up and eager to use it.

If you would like to help make this vision a reality, contributions can be mailed to:

Enhance Hamilton County Foundation
501 Bank Street
Webster City, IA 50595

Please include "Hunting Blind" in the memo line, and your gift will be directed entirely toward this project.

Together, we're not just funding a hunting blind. We're creating opportunities, preserving traditions, and ensuring more individuals and families can experience the outdoors for years to come.

Thank you, Stacie, for your vision and generosity in creating a legacy that will continue making a difference throughout Hamilton County for years to come.

POET Biorefining of Jewell donated $3,000 toward purchase of a handicapped-accessible hunting blind, that will be used within Hamilton County and be stored at the Hamilton County Conservation office. “We try to partner with local people doing good work, and this project certainly qualifies as that...

06/06/2026

Meet Sean Morgan, the 2026 recipient of the Logan Baldwin Memorial Scholarship.

The Logan Baldwin Memorial Scholarship Fund was established to honor Logan's memory by supporting local students pursuing careers in the skilled trades. Thanks to the generosity of donors and supporters, students like Sean are receiving assistance as they take the next step toward building rewarding careers and strengthening our workforce.

Today, you can help continue that legacy by supporting the Fly High Memorial Cruise.

Old Kmart Parking Lot, Webster City

Meet at 4:00 PM | Cruise at 5:00 PM

Whether you participate in the cruise, make a donation, or simply help spread the word, your support helps ensure future scholarships can be awarded to students pursuing careers in the trades.

To learn more about the Logan Baldwin Memorial Scholarship Fund, its impact, and the many ways you can support future scholarships, visit:

https://enhancehamiltoncounty.org/logan-baldwin

Thank you to everyone who continues to support this event and help carry Logan's legacy forward.

06/06/2026

06/06/2026

What a great day at Cops N Bobbers at Briggs Woods Park!

More than 90 kids participated and over 140 fish were caught in just two hours, creating memories and introducing the next generation to the joys of fishing and the outdoors.

The Doug "Jake" Jacobson Legacy Fund was proud to be one of the sponsors of this year's event and provided 98 bags filled with goodies for participants. Supporting opportunities like Cops N Bobbers is exactly what the fund was created to do. The fund supports projects and programs that encourage outdoor recreation, conservation, accessibility, education, and youth engagement throughout Hamilton County.

Thank you to the Hamilton County Conservation Board team, local law enforcement partners, volunteers, sponsors, and everyone who helped make this event such a success. We are already looking forward to next year!

If you would like to support programs and projects like Cops N Bobbers through the Doug "Jake" Jacobson Legacy Fund, learn more and explore the many ways to give at:
https://enhancehamiltoncounty.org/jacobson-legacy-fund/

Questions? Feel free to contact Darcy Swon at the Enhance Hamilton County Foundation at 515-835-0437.

Every gift helps continue Doug's legacy and create opportunities for others.

06/04/2026

Community impact comes in many forms.

Sometimes it is a grant. Sometimes it is a volunteer. And sometimes it is a local business creating an opportunity for others to succeed.

Congratulations to Jewell Market and the community members who came out to support this fundraiser. Through a simple meal and a generous matching contribution, more than $2,500 was raised to support local FCCLA students.

Thank you to everyone who purchased a meal, volunteered their time, and helped make this event a success. This is a wonderful example of what can happen when a community comes together behind its youth.

We raised over $1500 tonight for the FCCLA with our burger meal, thank you for your support!

The store will also contribute another $1000 to their cause, bringing in over $2500 for the event.

Thank you South Hamilton Community!

06/01/2026

Summer meals make a big difference.

We are grateful for programs like this that help make sure children and youth in our community have access to a meal throughout the summer months.

Thank you to the Webster City Ministerial Association and everyone helping make this possible. Food security matters, and partnerships like this help care for families in a very real way.

Please help spread the word so families who could benefit know this resource is available.

Beginning today through August 21st!

06/01/2026

It starts with one.

One person giving a few hours.
One helping hand.
One neighbor stepping up to make a difference.

The City of Webster City, Iowa’s annual Clean Up Days is coming up Friday afternoon, June 12, and Saturday morning, June 13, and they are currently looking for volunteers to help on Saturday morning.

It is a great way to support neighbors, lend a hand, and help keep Webster City looking its best.

If you are available to help Saturday morning, check out the details below and reach out to City Hall.

Thank you to everyone who helps care for the community.

We need YOU!

We are looking for volunteers for the morning of Saturday, June 13th.

Help your neighbors and keep Webster City beautiful! This event is vital for disposing of items that don't fit in regular trash.

Interested in helping out for a few hours? Contact City Hall to sign up! 🧹

06/01/2026

It starts with one idea.

One conversation about what could make a community gathering space even better.

And then… people step in.

Neighbors give their time.
Families donate.
Volunteers roll up their sleeves.
And a project begins to take shape.

We are proud to have supported the Blairsburg park shelter addition through our annual grant program and even more proud to see the incredible community effort that helped bring it to life.

Congratulations to everyone who played a part in this project. Your time, generosity, and commitment created something meaningful for the community to enjoy for years to come.

Take a moment to read the story below that appears in today's Daily Freeman-Journal, Webster City, IA and, if you can, stop by Sunday for the dedication, open house, and potluck.

This Sunday, Blairsburg is celebrating the construction of the addition to its park shelter with an open house potluck, and invites everyone to come and enjoy fellowship, food and the new facility. The dedication is a culmination of many volunteer hours, from fundraising to manpower, helping to get....