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  • Nonprofit Know-How: UnCharitable Movie for Nonprofits and Boards

    Cedar Rapids Public Library, Beems Auditorium 450 Fifth Avenue SE, Cedar Rapids, IA, United States

    Join us for the next Nonprofit Know-How: UnCharitable Movie for Nonprofits and Board Members on Wednesday, March 12, from 9:30 - 11:30 a.m. This timely and crucial documentary uncovers the realities of philanthropy and introduces a radical new way of giving. The film explores the idea of freeing charities from outdated constraints to truly change the world. Donors, nonprofit professionals, and...Continue Reading

  • William Quarton Heritage Society Luncheon

    Indian Creek Nature Center 5300 Otis Rd SE, Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States

    Philanthropists who have made permanent gifts to our community through a planned gift or the establishment of an endowed fund are invited to the William Quarton Heritage Society Luncheon. The event is on Tuesday, June 3, 2025 from 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. at the Indian Creek Nature Center's Amazing Space Auditorium at 5300 Otis Road SE, Cedar Rapids, Iowa....Continue Reading

  • 2025 Investment Update

    Greater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation 324 3rd Street SE, Cedar Rapids, IA, United States

    Join the Greater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation for an informative session on our investment strategy and performance. Tim O'Donnell, Investment Consultant with Fund Evaluation Group will lead the presentation. This is a special event designed for donors, fund holders, and professional advisors to gain insight into the Community Foundation’s investment philosophy and how market volatility impacts our funds. RSVPs are...Continue Reading

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    Nonprofit Know-How: Rewriting the Nonprofit Narrative

    Cedar Rapids Public Library, Beems Auditorium 450 Fifth Avenue SE, Cedar Rapids, IA, United States

    There are a lot of misconceptions about nonprofits, and sometimes we unknowingly reinforce these false narratives. Join us to discuss common nonprofit myths and explore universal language to describe our sector’s strengths, service, and professionalism. Taking cues from the film UnCharitable, discover a new and refreshed nonprofit narrative that supports the best way to create change. Then, utilize reflection time...Continue Reading

  • Free Admission Days

    The Greater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation is pleased to bring you 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 on Saturday,...Continue Reading

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  • Nonprofit Appreciation Day

    Greater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation 324 3rd Street SE, Cedar Rapids, IA, United States

    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...Continue Reading

  • Learning Cohort for Small and Grassroots Nonprofits

    Greater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation 324 3rd Street SE, Cedar Rapids, IA, United States

    The Learning Cohort for Small and Grassroots Nonprofits is held annually during the fall. The content is intended for a small nonprofit that employs five or fewer people or is volunteer-driven without paid staff. There is no cost to participate and lunch is included. Registration is required. This Learning Cohort is a small group setting facilitated by Community Foundation staff...Continue Reading

  • Greater Connection: Reducing Food Insecurity

    HACAP Food Reservoir 1515 Hawkeye Drive, Hiawatha, Iowa

    Join us for the first event in our new Greater Connection series—designed to bring Community Foundation friends and supporters closer to the pressing needs and opportunities in our community. These special access events offer meaningful, first-hand insight by showcasing local nonprofits and hearing from local leaders that are making a difference. This engaging afternoon will include: Panelists: Kim GuardadoFood Reservoir...Continue Reading

  • Learning Cohort for Small and Grassroots Nonprofits

    Greater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation 324 3rd Street SE, Cedar Rapids, IA, United States

    The Learning Cohort for Small and Grassroots Nonprofits is held annually during the fall. The content is intended for a small nonprofit that employs five or fewer people or is volunteer-driven without paid staff. There is no cost to participate and lunch is included. Registration is required here. This Learning Cohort is a small group setting facilitated by Community Foundation...Continue Reading

  • Discover Your Voice: a Toastmasters KICKOFF Meeting

    Greater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation 324 3rd Street SE, Cedar Rapids, IA, United States

    The Nonprofit Network and Junior Achievement of Eastern Iowa have partnered to bring a unique professional development opportunity to our nonprofit community through Toastmasters International. If you are a nonprofit professional seeking to develop as a leader and practice your speaking skills, Toastmasters might be a good fit for you. It’s affordable professional development and a great networking tool! Learn...Continue Reading

    $80

  • Learning Cohort for Small and Grassroots Nonprofits

    The Learning Cohort for Small and Grassroots Nonprofits is held annually during the fall. The content is intended for a small nonprofit that employs five or fewer people or is volunteer-driven without paid staff. There is no cost to participate and lunch is included. Registration is required here. This Learning Cohort is a small group setting facilitated by Community Foundation...Continue Reading

  • UnCharitable Screenings

    On Monday, December 1, the Nonprofit Network and the United Way of East Central Iowa will host three free screenings of UnCharitable as an early Giving Tuesday event. The documentary dives into the realities of philanthropy and introduces a new way of giving. This is the third local UnCharitable screening and coincides with #GivingTuesday, a global day of encouraging generosity....Continue Reading

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