In 2021, the Vermeer Charitable Foundation’s largest 20 gifts totaled more than $613,000 given to local organizations, with an additional $582,000 given to educational institutions.

Wesley Retirement Services, Central College, Pella Historical Society, Lake View Camp and south-central Iowa community and Christian school districts were the recipients of the larger awards funded by the Vermeer Charitable Organization.

“VCF strives to reflect the caring culture of Vermeer Corporation as we focus our giving in the communities our team members call home,” stated Tricia Vermeer, executive director of the VCF. “We also focus on education opportunities at all levels ⎯ preschool, elementary, high school and colleges and universities. We strive to help our team members and their neighbors in the important work they do in their communities.”