Why Donate to LCTA?

  • Your gift supports continued development of a multi-use trail network in Linn County that is accessible to all.
  • Trails in our local area boost economic development, provide safe and alternative transportation commuter routes, and promote increased physical activity and healthy living for all residents and visitors.
  • More than 90% of your gift goes directly to trail development. Most of the rest is used to inform and advocate for the trail network.

Donate Online




Donate by Mail

Use this DonateCard to select your donation amount and send a check to LCTA, PO Box 2681, Cedar Rapids, IA 52406.


Other Ways To Donate

Monthly Donation – Set up a recurring monthly donation as an easy and convenient way to support trail development in Linn County every month! Use the Donate button at the top of this screen to set up recurring credit card payments.  You can cancel through PayPal at any time.

Workplace Giving – Direct your gift through a local employer; we are registered with Benevity, Cybergrants, United Way, Collins Aerospace, Alliant Energy and others.

Give in Honor/Give In Memory – To give in honor or memory of a family member or friend, simply reach out using this email: [email protected].

Celebrate Special Event – To celebrate a milestone event like a birthday, wedding, anniversary, graduation, or other special celebration important to you. Email [email protected]. Online social media fundraisers through Facebook are also common.

Business Sponsorships – Reach out to [email protected] for more information.

Donation Levels

The following donation levels are recognized in our annual report. Donations of $20 or greater receive a printed newsletter and are mailed an annual report.

LCTA is recognized by the IRS as 501c3 non-profit organization: Federal EIN number: 42-1359081; your gift is tax deductible as allowed by law.

Trail Champion $5,000
Trail Builder $1,000 – $4,999
Trail Blazer $500-$999
Trail Partner $250-$499
Trail Scout $50-$249
Trail Friend $20-$49

Gifts may be anonymous if you designated in the note section of your check or PAYPAL donation. Gifts may be earmarked for a specific project / purpose as well.