Lost something in Cedar Falls? Here is where to report it.
File a single report and we notify the Cedar Falls Police Division, coordinate with local lost and found offices, and keep your report active across the community. Your report stays live for up to 12 months, continuously searching for a match.
What did you lose?
If there isn’t an adequate suggestion, select “Other – My item isn’t listed” and enter the item’s category. You can provide details later.
Publishing your report is free and your details stay private. The assisted search is a separate paid service, described in the Terms.
Recent activity
Across the United States
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- Keys · Brookline, MA, October 7
- Camera · Monterey, CA, October 7
Local contact details reviewed on October 7, 2026.
How ReportLost Works in Cedar Falls
You tell us what you lost
Describe your item, where you lost it, and when. We gather the details needed to alert the right Cedar Falls agencies and local groups.
We route it to the right places
Your report goes straight to Cedar Falls Police Division, Cedar Bend Humane Society (if it's a pet), local lost and found programs, and active community channels. You don't have to call each one individually.
Your report keeps searching for you
While you go about your day, your report remains active, automatically checking for new matches across local posts, community groups, and found item announcements. We'll alert you the moment a credible match appears, so you don't have to refresh a dozen tabs every morning.
Where to Report in Cedar Falls
The places that hold and announce found items in your community
Cedar Falls Police Division
The police department holds found property at their main office and coordinates with lost item reports. They accept reports for items found around the city and can tell you what's currently in their lost and found inventory. ReportLost submits your report to the right department and provides the exact details they need.
City of Cedar Falls Lost & Found Office
The city maintains a dedicated lost and found service for items left at public programs and facilities. Located at 110 East 13th Street, this is where items from city events and activities are stored and cataloged. When you file with ReportLost, we make sure this office gets your description and contact information.
Cedar Bend Humane Society
If you've lost a pet or found one, Cedar Bend Humane Society is your first call. They reunite hundreds of animals with their families each year and maintain a lost and found pets database. ReportLost also connects lost pet reports to IowaPetAlert.com, a statewide resource. To file a priority lost pet report with dedicated pet search tools, file a priority lost pet report.
Eastern Iowa Airport (Cedar Rapids)
If you lost an item while traveling through Eastern Iowa Airport, Cedar Rapids' main airport terminal has a dedicated lost and found desk. Items can be reported and tracked through their system. ReportLost helps you document what you lost and when, making your claim faster.
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The sooner you report, the better your chances.
Lost items are claimed quickly. Filing your report now gets your description and photo into circulation before that wallet, phone, or jacket passes through another owner's hands. Once your report is live, you can step back, the system will keep searching.
Report my lost item →Losing something in Cedar Falls is unsettling, and the search can feel scattered. Found items get dropped at the police station, the city's lost and found office, animal shelters, and posted across multiple Facebook groups and community channels. Tracking them all down yourself eats up time and energy, especially when you're already stressed.
ReportLost simplifies that mess. One report triggers notifications to Cedar Falls Police Division, Cedar Bend Humane Society, local lost and found services, and the community groups where locals post found items. And here's the key difference, your report stays active for your entire search period, continuously matching against new posts and announcements so you can breathe easier. You've done the hard part, and now the system works for you.
Common Places Where Things Go Missing in Cedar Falls
Help us narrow the search by telling us where you lost your item
Downtown Cedar Falls
Retail shops, restaurants, and parks along Main Street and the central business district see steady foot traffic and frequent lost item reports.
University Avenue
Near the University of Northern Iowa campus, students and visitors report losing items at local businesses, transit stops, and gathering spots.
Cedar Falls Public Library & Community Centers
Civic buildings and libraries are hotspots for lost phones, wallets, and personal items left at study tables and meeting rooms.
Parks & Recreational Areas
Cedar Falls' parks and trails see items lost during outdoor activities; check with Parks and Recreation if your item was left at a sports field or trailhead.
Public Transit & Bus Routes
Items left on Metro Transit buses are collected and held; reporting through ReportLost ensures the bus service is notified of what to look for.
Community Groups Where Found Items Get Posted
Cedar Falls residents share found items on these platforms; your ReportLost report reaches these channels
Active Facebook group for lost, found, and stolen items across the Cedar Valley area
Facebook community dedicated to reuniting lost and found pets
Reddit Cedar Rapids community where locals post lost items and sightings
Official Cedar Falls Police page where found property is sometimes posted
Neighborhood app where residents frequently report found items in their area
Frequently Asked Questions
How long will Cedar Falls Police hold a found item?
Cedar Falls Police Division holds found property for a standard period before disposal. Check with them at (319) 273-8612 or visit in person at 220 Clay Street to confirm your item's status, as holding times may vary by item type.
What if I lost something at a city facility or public program?
Items lost at city programs and facilities go to the Cedar Falls Lost & Found office at 110 East 13th Street. Call (319) 273-8636 to check inventory. Holding times depend on the program; contact them directly to confirm how long they keep items.
I lost my pet, where do I start?
Call Cedar Bend Humane Society immediately at (319) 232-6887. Also visit IowaPetAlert.com to post your pet statewide. ReportLost offers a dedicated lost pet reporting flow that ensures your pet's description reaches shelters and community pet groups across the region.
How does ReportLost keep my report active for so long?
Your report is stored in our system and continuously checked against new found item posts, community group announcements, and marketplace listings. Instead of you refreshing Facebook and local sites every day, we alert you when a credible match appears. You're in control, we're just watching on your behalf.
What if I lost something in Cedar Rapids but live in Cedar Falls?
Cedar Falls and Cedar Rapids are close; we cover both areas. File a report specifying the Cedar Rapids location, and we'll route it to Cedar Rapids Police and Cedar Valley Humane Society as well. Let us know your search area, and we'll make sure the right agencies are notified.
Is ReportLost.org official, or do I still need to report to the police?
ReportLost is an independent service, not part of the Cedar Falls Police Department. We're a shortcut that notifies the police and other agencies on your behalf, but we're not a replacement for an official police report. If your lost item is stolen or part of a crime, file a report with Cedar Falls Police at (319) 273-8612. For ordinary lost items, ReportLost handles the coordination so you don't have to call around yourself.
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Your report starts searching right now.
The longer you wait, the farther your lost item travels. File your report today and let ReportLost handle the coordination with Cedar Falls Police, local services, and community channels. Once it's submitted, your report stays active and searching, and you can focus on something else.
Start my report →ReportLost.org is an independent service and is not affiliated with or endorsed by the Cedar Falls Police Division, City of Cedar Falls, Cedar Bend Humane Society, or Eastern Iowa Airport. We are a third-party platform that helps you notify local lost and found services and community groups. For emergencies or crimes, contact Cedar Falls Police directly at 911 or (319) 273-8612.