Community Foundation Expands Free Admission Days to Arts & Cultural Organizations in Linn County

Published: July 1, 2025 | By: Greater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation | Category:

The Greater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation is pleased to announce the return of Free Admission Days, offering no-cost entry to many of Linn County’s arts and cultural institutions. Following the success of last year’s inaugural event, launched in celebration of the Community Foundation’s 75th anniversary, the 2025 event will expand from one day to include two days of free admission…Continue Reading


PATCH Program Concludes After Restoring 292 Households

August 10, 2020, is a day that many residents in Cedar Rapids and surrounding communities will never forget. On that day, a powerful derecho devastated the area, bringing record-breaking winds that damaged homes, displaced families, and tested the resilience of our community. In the wake of the disaster, a collaborative response emerged – the Providing Assistance to Community Homeowners (PATCH)…Continue Reading


Endow Iowa is Preserved with Key Changes Starting in 2026

Published: June 11, 2025 | By: Corinne Ramler | Category:

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

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Greater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation Approves Over $4.9 Million in Grants

The Board of Directors of the Greater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation recently approved over $4.9 million in grants to 350 nonprofit organizations. The awards include competitive Organization Support Grants and Program Support Grants from the spring grant cycle, as well as Rapid Response Grants and distributions from donor-advised, designated, scholarship and nonprofit funds. Additionally, the GreatAmerica Financial Services Competitive Donor-Advised Fund…Continue Reading


Community Foundation Seeks Part-Time Accountant

Published: May 8, 2025 | By: Corinne Ramler | Category:

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


Staff News

Published: May 7, 2025 | By: Greater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation | Category:

Paula Lange, CPA, has been named Chief Financial Officer of the Community Foundation. Paula joined the organization in 2019 and brings more than 20 years of community foundation experience to our Leadership Team. Congratulations, Paula! Shirley Amthauer has been promoted to Controller of the Community Foundation. Shirley has served as the Community Foundation’s Accountant since 2022, and she also helps…Continue Reading


Greater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation Announces Summer 2025 Grant Cycle

Published: April 30, 2025 | By: Corinne Ramler | Category:

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


Navigating Change: How Linn County Nonprofits Are Adapting

When federal funding abruptly froze on January 24, some local nonprofits faced new uncertainties and difficult decisions. A recent Community Foundation survey of nonprofits found that the impact of that freeze could be dire for those served by these organizations. Federal grants and contracts enable local nonprofits to provide a range of services in our community, such as affordable housing…Continue Reading


Building Their Legacy: Britton and Erin Langdon Give Back

You might say that Britton and Erin Langdon are builders by nature. In 2013, the couple relocated to Cedar Rapids—Erin’s hometown—for Britton’s work in construction management. By then, Erin had extensive experience in growing and leading lean nonprofit organizations. At Modern Companies, Inc., Britton was tasked with creating a software system to coordinate design and prefabrication operations. As it turned…Continue Reading


Thrive Cohort Enters Fourth Year

Published: March 26, 2025 | By: Greater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation | Category:

On March 6, the Thrive Cohort launched its fourth year with an inaugural gathering for new participants. Throughout the year, members will engage in networking, relationship building, and professional development. Created for Black, Brown and Bi-racial leaders in the nonprofit sector, this learning opportunity fosters growth and collaboration.   “The Community Foundation is committed to strengthening our local nonprofit sector,”…Continue Reading