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Nonprofit Appreciation Day

August 14 @ 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm
The Greater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation is hosting a Nonprofit Appreciation Day celebration for Linn County nonprofit professionals and grassroots nonprofit leaders. Please join us for connection, learning, and fun on Thursday, August 14, 2025, from 3 – 5 p.m. at the Greater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation, 324 3rd Street SE in downtown Cedar Rapids.
LEARNING POSTERS
Got a big idea but not sure where to start? Start by seeing how your peers have taken on big opportunities or daunting projects. Through six learning posters, you’ll get to see what your fellow nonprofit professionals are up to–you may walk away with valuable insights!
- Brucemore – Creating Space for Connection: Brucemore’s Investment in Community
- ConnectCR – Awakening Connections: The Campaign to ConnectCR
- Kids First Law Center – Uplifting Kids Through Mission-Related Awards Event
- Linn Area Partners Active In Disaster – Solving Post-Derecho Housing Challenges with PATCH
- Linn County Trail Association – Serving Trail Users with Website Refresh
- Waypoint – Enhancing Coordinated Entry Program Through Workforce Investment
Prizes
To show how much we appreciate everything you do for our community, we’ll be doling out some prizes! All you have to do is show up for a chance to win!
- Two, $500 awards for a 501(c)(3) Linn County nonprofit organization of your choice
- Five, $20 gift cards to shop and dine local
WHO
Nonprofit Professionals
WHAT
Nonprofit Appreciation Day
WHEN
Thursday, August 14, 2025, 3 – 5 p.m.
WHERE
Greater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation, Foundation Hall
324 3rd St SE, downtown Cedar Rapids
WHY
To celebrate you and the incredible work you do for our community!
Please note: The Nonprofit Party, along with the Spirit of Minnie Rubek recognition program, has been retired. We look forward to celebrating you and telling your stories in new ways.