Athene Charitable Foundation pledges $1M to Central Iowa Water Trails project Tuesday, May 11, 2021 11:09 AM The Great Outdoors Foundation, the fiscal agent of the Central Iowa Water Trails Consortium, today announced a $1 million commitment from the Athene Charitable Foundation. With this pledge, total private funding raised for the water trails project now stands at just under $25 million. The Central Iowa Water Trails project will connect more than 150 miles of water trails and 86 amenities throughout the region. With nearly 75% of the capital campaign now complete, Athene’s donation represents a key investment in several water quality and habitat restoration initiatives that are part of the infrastructure and design of the Central Iowa Water Trails, organizers said. Athene’s donation will be used to support water quality efforts at each of the following access points: