Greater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation Announces Fall 2025 Grant Cycle
The Greater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation announces its fall 2025 grant cycle for local charitable nonprofits. Applications will be accepted through Friday, September 12, 2025, at 4:30 p.m. The Community Foundation accepts applications from nonprofit organizations with a 501(c)(3) status, governmental organizations, and non-501(c)(3) organizations that have completed arrangements to obtain a fiscal sponsor. Grant applications can be submitted online…Continue Reading
Greater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation Matches Gifts to Linn County Public Classrooms
The Greater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation announces it has once again partnered with DonorsChoose to match gifts to help fund classroom projects in Linn County, Iowa. DonorsChoose is a nonprofit organization that makes it easy for anyone to help a classroom in need. Funding is available to support classroom education projects in Linn County public schools for grades K-12 that…Continue Reading
Endow Iowa is Preserved with Key Changes Starting in 2026
We’re pleased to share that Governor Reynolds recently signed legislation preserving the Endow Iowa tax credit program! After months of negotiations, the program will continue in 2026—but with some significant changes and updates. What’s Changing in 2026? Effective January 1, 2026: The tax credit allocation will decrease from $6 million to $3.5 million. The maximum tax credit per taxpayer will…Continue Reading
Community Foundation Seeks Part-Time Accountant
Applications are being accepted by the Greater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation for the position of Accountant. This part-time position is responsible for the maintenance and control of the general ledger and financial transactions of the Community Foundation. This includes analysis and thorough review of financial records. Below is the full job description. The hourly range for this position is $27…Continue Reading
Greater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation Announces Summer 2025 Grant Cycle
Grant Deadline: Friday, June 27, 2025 at 4:30 p.m. CST CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa – The Greater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation announces its summer grant cycle for 2025 for local charitable nonprofits. Applications will be accepted through Friday, June 27, 2025 at 4:30 p.m. CST. The Community Foundation accepts applications from nonprofit organizations with a 501(c)(3) status, governmental organizations, and non-501(c)(3)…Continue Reading
Community Foundation Receives National Standards Reaccreditation
The Greater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation recently received reaccreditation with Community Foundations National Standards®. This accreditation indicates that the Community Foundation meets the highest standards for philanthropic excellence. The accreditation process provides quality assurance by verifying that foundations maintain legal, ethical and effective practices. The process of earning Community Foundations National Standards accreditation is arduous. The program requires community foundations…Continue Reading
Community Foundation Seeks a Graphic and Multimedia Designer
Applications are being accepted by the Greater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation for the position of Graphic and Multimedia Designer. This position is responsible for creating and executing visual and digital aspects of marketing materials, website, and other media to promote philanthropy and impactful grantmaking for the Greater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation. This person is the graphic design and videography expert…Continue Reading
Greater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation to Serve as Host Site of 2024 Volunteer Management Conference
The Greater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation will serve as a host site for the 2024 Volunteer Management Conference sponsored by Volunteer Management Professionals of Canada, AL!VE (Association of Leaders in Volunteer Engagement), and Better Impact. Creating Influence in Your Organization: Thinking Beyond a Seat at the Table’ will focus on equipping leaders of volunteers with skills to advocate, educate and…Continue Reading
2024 Summer Grant Cycle Announced
Grant Deadline: Friday, June 28, 2024 at 4:30 p.m. CST The Greater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation announces its summer grant cycle for 2024 for local charitable nonprofits. Applications will be accepted through Friday, June 28, 2024 at 4:30 p.m. CST. The Community Foundation accepts applications from nonprofit organizations with a 501(c)(3) status, governmental organizations, and non-501(c)(3) organizations that have…Continue Reading
We’re Hiring! Vice President of Development
Applications are being accepted by the Greater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation for the position of Vice President of Development. This position is responsible for the asset development activities including strategies that enhance the Community Foundation’s effectiveness in cultivating donors and prospects; and connecting donors to community needs and opportunities while helping donors accomplish broader philanthropic interests. The Vice President of…Continue Reading