On Wednesday, the Washington County Riverboat Foundation announced the 2023 3rd quarter grants awards through its Municipal Grant Program. Two such awards were given to the Cities of Kalona and Wellman.

The City of Kalona will receive $62,705.59, while Wellman was awarded $36,787.28. Since its formation in 2006, WCRF has given over $2.6 million to Kalona and more than $1.5 million to Wellman. Funds received by these cities will be programmed by their respective City Councils.

Each quarter, WCRF awards 25% of their total revenues directly to cities in Washington County based on population. With the $334,429.84 granted this quarter, the organization has now given $15,080,340.80 in total Municipal Grants. The Washington County Riverboat Foundation is the nonprofit license holder for the Riverside Casino & Golf Resort, which provides the entirety of its funding.