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SUMMARY:Learning Cohort for Small and Grassroots Nonprofits: Nonprofit Tools and Resources
DESCRIPTION:Staff\, board members\, and volunteers of small and grassroots nonprofit organizations serving Linn County are invited to participate in a new three-session learning cohort in fall of 2024. Content is intended for a small nonprofit that employs five or fewer people or is volunteer-driven without paid staff. You’re welcome to attend if you think you can benefit from the learning and network connections. There is no cost to participate and lunch is included. Registration is required by Friday\, September 6. Up to two people per organization\, please. \n\n\n\nSmall and grassroots nonprofit organizations have unique learning experiences and challenges\, and this Cohort is designed to offer both essential information and nonprofit connections critical to building a sustainable nonprofit organization. Community Foundation staff will facilitate group learning and connection. \n\n\n\nCohort Schedule: \n\n\n\nWednesday\, September 11\, 2024\, 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.: Nonprofit Essentials  \n\n\n\nWednesday\, October 9\, 2024\, 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.: Building the Nonprofit  \n\n\n\nWednesday\, November 13\, 2024\, 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.: Nonprofit Tools and Resources 
URL:https://www.gcrcf.org/event/learning-cohort-for-small-and-grassroots-nonprofits-nonprofit-tools-and-resources/
LOCATION:IA
CATEGORIES:Learning & Events
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SUMMARY:Nonprofit Know-How: Artificial Intelligence
DESCRIPTION:Presenter: Dr. Laura Lacasa Yost\, Instructional Designer | Academic Innovation\, Strategy\, & Design Department\, Kirkwood Community College \n\n\n\nIt’s the hottest topic of the year and we’re ready to confront it: Artificial Intelligence! Dr. Laura Lacasa Yost will share about her work with Artificial Intelligence and its effects on our workplace. The Nonprofit Know-How session will explore the impacts of AI on nonprofits including opportunities\, pitfalls\, cautions\, and practicality. We’ll also cover standards for AI workplace implementation and provide a demonstration of AI tools. Following the informational session by Dr. Yost\, we’ll divide into small groups to learn from peers. \n\n\n\n\nRegister Here
URL:https://www.gcrcf.org/event/nonprofit-know-how-artificial-intelligence-2/
LOCATION:Cedar Rapids Public Library\, Beems Auditorium\, 450 Fifth Avenue SE\, Cedar Rapids\, IA\, 52401\, United States
CATEGORIES:Learning & Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250131T093000
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SUMMARY:Nonprofit Know-How: Grants in 2025
DESCRIPTION:Join the Community Foundation grants staff to learn about upcoming grant opportunities\, application process updates\, and helpful tools for grant seekers. \n\n\n\n\nRegister Here
URL:https://www.gcrcf.org/event/nonprofit-know-how-grants-in-2025/
LOCATION:Cedar Rapids Public Library\, Beems Auditorium\, 450 Fifth Avenue SE\, Cedar Rapids\, IA\, 52401\, United States
CATEGORIES:Learning & Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250312T093000
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SUMMARY:Nonprofit Know-How: UnCharitable Movie for Nonprofits and Boards
DESCRIPTION: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 nonprofit board members will walk away with a new understanding of how we can truly strengthen our communities. \n\n\n\n\nRegister Here\n\n\n\n\nWho: Nonprofit professionals\, nonprofit board members\, and community members \n\n\n\nWhat: Nonprofit Know-How: UnCharitable Movie for Nonprofits and Board Members. A free screening of the documentary. \n\n\n\nWhen: Wednesday\, March 12\, 2025\, 9:30 – 11:30 a.m. \n\n\n\nWhere: Cedar Rapids Public Library\, Beems Auditorium\, 405 5th Ave SE\, Cedar Rapids 52401 \n\n\n\nWhy: To inspire more effective philanthropy in Linn County! \n 
URL:https://www.gcrcf.org/event/nonprofit-know-how-uncharitable-movie-for-nonprofits-and-boards/
LOCATION:Cedar Rapids Public Library\, Beems Auditorium\, 450 Fifth Avenue SE\, Cedar Rapids\, IA\, 52401\, United States
CATEGORIES:Learning & Events
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SUMMARY:William Quarton Heritage Society Luncheon
DESCRIPTION: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. Parking is available on site. Golf carts will be available for transportation to and from your vehicle. RSVP by Friday\, May 23\, 2025 to donorservices@gcrcf.org or call Claire English at 319.200.4229. Please provide any dietary requests when you RSVP. Following the luncheon\, we invite you to explore the exhibits and grounds of Indian Creek Nature Center at your leisure. To learn more about the William Quarton Heritage Society or how to become a member\, click here.
URL:https://www.gcrcf.org/event/william-quarton-heritage-society-luncheon/
LOCATION:Indian Creek Nature Center\, 5300 Otis Rd SE\, Cedar Rapids\, Iowa\, 52403\, United States
CATEGORIES:Learning & Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250729T033000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250729T043000
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SUMMARY:2025 Investment Update
DESCRIPTION: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. \nRSVPs are appreciated. Guests are welcome! To RSVP\, contact Claire English at claire.english@gcrcf.org or 319.200.4229.
URL:https://www.gcrcf.org/event/2025-investment-update/
LOCATION:Greater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation\, 324 3rd Street SE\, Cedar Rapids\, IA\, 52401\, United States
CATEGORIES:Learning & Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250806T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250806T113000
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SUMMARY:Nonprofit Know-How: Rewriting the Nonprofit Narrative
DESCRIPTION: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 to work with your team to apply themes and generate your organization’s narrative. Our collective efforts make an impact. \n\n\n\n\nRSVP Here\n\n\n\n\nNonprofit Know-How is a series of fast\, free and focused trainings. These workshops\, presentations and training events cover a variety of topics of interest to nonprofit employees. Each Know-How event format\, length and topic is unique. \n\n\n\n\n2025 Nonprofit Know-How Schedule
URL:https://www.gcrcf.org/event/nonprofit-know-how-topic-tbd/
LOCATION:Cedar Rapids Public Library\, Beems Auditorium\, 450 Fifth Avenue SE\, Cedar Rapids\, IA\, 52401\, United States
CATEGORIES:Learning & Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250809T080000
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SUMMARY:Free Admission Days
DESCRIPTION: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\, August 9 and Sunday\, August 10\, 2025. Click the link below to find a complete list of participating organizations and hours.  \n\n\n\n\nLearn More
URL:https://www.gcrcf.org/event/free-admission-day/
LOCATION:IA
CATEGORIES:Learning & Events,Nonprofit Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250814T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250814T170000
DTSTAMP:20260405T133019
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SUMMARY:Nonprofit Appreciation Day
DESCRIPTION: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. \n\n\n\nLEARNING POSTERS\n\n\n\nGot 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! \n\n\n\n\nBrucemore – Creating Space for Connection: Brucemore’s Investment in Community\n\n\n\nConnectCR – Awakening Connections: The Campaign to ConnectCR\n\n\n\nKids First Law Center – Uplifting Kids Through Mission-Related Awards Event\n\n\n\nLinn Area Partners Active In Disaster – Solving Post-Derecho Housing Challenges with PATCH\n\n\n\nLinn County Trail Association – Serving Trail Users with Website Refresh\n\n\n\nWaypoint – Enhancing Coordinated Entry Program Through Workforce Investment\n\n\n\n\nPrizes\n\n\n\nTo 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! \n\n\n\n\nTwo\, $500 awards for a 501(c)(3) Linn County nonprofit organization of your choice\n\n\n\nFive\, $20 gift cards to shop and dine local\n\n\n\n\nWHO\n\n\n\nNonprofit Professionals \n\n\n\nWHAT\n\n\n\nNonprofit Appreciation Day \n\n\n\nWHEN\n\n\n\nThursday\, August 14\, 2025\, 3 – 5 p.m. \n\n\n\nWHERE\n\n\n\nGreater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation\, Foundation Hall \n\n\n\n324 3rd St SE\, downtown Cedar Rapids \n\n\n\nWHY\n\n\n\nTo celebrate you and the incredible work you do for our community! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRSVP for Nonprofit Appreciation Day\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease 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.
URL:https://www.gcrcf.org/event/nonprofit-appreciation-day/
LOCATION:Greater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation\, 324 3rd Street SE\, Cedar Rapids\, IA\, 52401\, United States
CATEGORIES:Learning & Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250910T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250910T130000
DTSTAMP:20260405T133019
CREATED:20250324T193823Z
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SUMMARY:Learning Cohort for Small and Grassroots Nonprofits
DESCRIPTION: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. \n\n\n\nThis Learning Cohort is a small group setting facilitated by Community Foundation staff to encourage learning and connection. Up to two representatives per organization are invited to participate. Small and grassroots nonprofit organizations have unique learning experiences and challenges\, and this Cohort is designed to offer both essential information and nonprofit connections critical to building a sustainable nonprofit organization.  \n\n\n\n\nRegister Here\n\n\n\n\nCohort Schedule: \n\n\n\nWednesday\, September 10\, 2025\, 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m.\, Session One: Nonprofit Essentials \n\n\n\nWednesday\, October 8\, 2025\, 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m.\, Session Two: Building the Nonprofit \n\n\n\nWednesday\, November 12\, 2025\, 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m.\, Session Three: Nonprofit Tools & Resources \n\n\n\n  \n 
URL:https://www.gcrcf.org/event/learning-cohort-for-small-and-grassroots-nonprofits/
LOCATION:Greater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation\, 324 3rd Street SE\, Cedar Rapids\, IA\, 52401\, United States
CATEGORIES:Learning & Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250924T153000
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SUMMARY:Greater Connection: Reducing Food Insecurity
DESCRIPTION: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. \n\n\n\nThis engaging afternoon will include: \n\n\n\n\n3:30 p.m. – Welcome and networking\n\n\n\n3:45 p.m. – Program including a panel discussion about the record levels of food insecurity needs across Linn County. Learn how local organizations are working to meet this challenge head-on.\n\n\n\n4:30 p.m. – Reception and guided tours of the HACAP Food Reservoir\n\n\n\n\nPanelists: \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nKim GuardadoFood Reservoir DirectorHACAP \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nNicole McAlexanderExecutive DirectorSoutheast Linn Community Center \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nKatie OatsvallPresident and CEOHorizons\, Meals on Wheels Program \n\n\n\n\n\nRSVP: \n\n\n\nSpace for this unique\, behind-the-scenes access is limited and by invitation only. Please RSVP by Wednesday\, September 17 to donorservices@gcrcf.org or call Christi Smeed at 319.774.2377.  \n 
URL:https://www.gcrcf.org/event/greater-connection-reducing-food-insecurity/
LOCATION:HACAP Food Reservoir\, 1515 Hawkeye Drive\, Hiawatha\, Iowa
CATEGORIES:Learning & Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251008T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251008T130000
DTSTAMP:20260405T133019
CREATED:20250730T170128Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250730T170222Z
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SUMMARY:Learning Cohort for Small and Grassroots Nonprofits
DESCRIPTION: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. \n\n\n\nThis Learning Cohort is a small group setting facilitated by Community Foundation staff to encourage learning and connection. Up to two representatives per organization are invited to participate. Small and grassroots nonprofit organizations have unique learning experiences and challenges\, and this Cohort is designed to offer both essential information and nonprofit connections critical to building a sustainable nonprofit organization.  \n\n\n\nCohort Schedule: \n\n\n\nWednesday\, September 10\, 2025\, 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m.\, Session One: Nonprofit Essentials \n\n\n\nWednesday\, October 8\, 2025\, 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m.\, Session Two: Building the Nonprofit \n\n\n\nWednesday\, November 12\, 2025\, 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m.\, Session Three: Nonprofit Tools & Resources \n\n\n\n\nRegister Here
URL:https://www.gcrcf.org/event/learning-cohort-for-small-and-grassroots-nonprofits-2/
LOCATION:Greater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation\, 324 3rd Street SE\, Cedar Rapids\, IA\, 52401\, United States
CATEGORIES:Learning & Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251009T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251009T130000
DTSTAMP:20260405T133019
CREATED:20250701T143642Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250826T205615Z
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SUMMARY:Discover Your Voice: a Toastmasters KICKOFF Meeting
DESCRIPTION: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 more at Discover Your Voice: A Toastmasters Kickoff Meeting on Thursday\, October 9\, 2025\, from 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. A pizza and salad lunch will be provided for the kickoff meeting at 11:30 a.m.\, with introductions beginning at noon. There will be time for questions and discussion. \n\n\n\n\nRSVP Here\n\n\n\n\nAbout the Nonprofit Toastmasters Group\n\n\n\nThe new Toastmasters group will meet at the Greater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation on the 1st and 3rd Thursdays of the month from 12 to 1 p.m. Dr. Nate Klein\, Vice President of Education at Junior Achievement of Eastern Iowa (and experienced Toastmaster) will lead the introductory period for the new group. The cost to join Toastmasters is a $20 one-time new member fee plus $60 for a six-month membership. The Nonprofit Network of the Greater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation is sponsoring the $125 new chapter fee for the group. Hurry\, there are only 25 openings for this group. Please note that membership in this group requires that you are an employee of a Linn County nonprofit organization interested in developing as a leader and practicing your speaking skills. Each organization is welcome to invite up to two employees to participate. \n\n\n\nTo secure your spot\, please fill out the RSVP here for the Kickoff Meeting on September 18. \n\n\n\nFind more information about Toastmasters International here. Learn about membership benefits here.
URL:https://www.gcrcf.org/event/discover-your-voice-a-toastmasters-kickoff-meeting/
LOCATION:Greater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation\, 324 3rd Street SE\, Cedar Rapids\, IA\, 52401\, United States
CATEGORIES:Learning & Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Junior Achievement of Eastern Iowa":MAILTO:lworden@jaeasterniowa.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251112T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251112T130000
DTSTAMP:20260405T133019
CREATED:20250730T170529Z
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SUMMARY:Learning Cohort for Small and Grassroots Nonprofits
DESCRIPTION: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. \n\n\n\nThis Learning Cohort is a small group setting facilitated by Community Foundation staff to encourage learning and connection. Up to two representatives per organization are invited to participate. Small and grassroots nonprofit organizations have unique learning experiences and challenges\, and this Cohort is designed to offer both essential information and nonprofit connections critical to building a sustainable nonprofit organization.  \n\n\n\nCohort Schedule: \n\n\n\nWednesday\, September 10\, 2025\, 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m.\, Session One: Nonprofit Essentials \n\n\n\nWednesday\, October 8\, 2025\, 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m.\, Session Two: Building the Nonprofit \n\n\n\nWednesday\, November 12\, 2025\, 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m.\, Session Three: Nonprofit Tools & Resources \n\n\n\n\nRegister Here
URL:https://www.gcrcf.org/event/learning-cohort-for-small-and-grassroots-nonprofits-3/
LOCATION:IA
CATEGORIES:Learning & Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251201T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251201T190000
DTSTAMP:20260405T133019
CREATED:20251020T205824Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251029T192713Z
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SUMMARY:UnCharitable Screenings
DESCRIPTION: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. \n\n\n\nAll are invited to this free event in the Whipple Auditorium at the Cedar Rapids Public Library. Showings will be at 11 a.m.\, 3 p.m. and 5:30 p.m. on Monday\, December 1. No registration required. \n\n\n\nWHO: Donors\, community members\, and nonprofit board members \n\n\n\nWHAT: UnCharitable film screenings \n\n\n\nWHEN: Monday\, December 1\, 11 a.m.\, 3 p.m.\, and 5:30 p.m. \n\n\n\nWHERE: Whipple Auditorium\, Cedar Rapids Public Library\, 450 Fifth Ave SE \n\n\n\nWHY: To inspire effective philanthropy in Linn County
URL:https://www.gcrcf.org/event/uncharitable-screenings/
LOCATION:IA
CATEGORIES:Learning & Events,Nonprofit Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251209T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251209T173000
DTSTAMP:20260405T133019
CREATED:20251105T181442Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251105T181453Z
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SUMMARY:Greater Connection: Reimagining Arts Education
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the second 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. \nThis engaging afternoon will include: \n\n4 p.m. – Welcome and program including an overview of Eastern Iowa Arts Academy from Heather Wagner\, Executive Director\n4:20 p.m. – Guided tours highlighting arts education in action\n5 p.m. – Reception\n\nRSVP: Space for this unique\, behind-the-scenes access is limited. Please RSVP by Wednesday\, December 3 to donorservices@gcrcf.org or call America Manjarrez at 319.366.2862. 
URL:https://www.gcrcf.org/event/greater-connection-reimagining-arts-education/
LOCATION:Eastern Iowa Arts Academy\, 2630 B Avenue\, Cedar Rapids\, IA\, 52402\, United States
CATEGORIES:Learning & Events
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SUMMARY:Together on Purpose: Exploring the Spectrum of Nonprofit Collaboration
DESCRIPTION:Online: Zoom \n  \n\n\n\nIntended Audience: \nNonprofit executive directors\, board members\, staff and community leaders interested in exploring opportunities for working together more effectively. \n\n\n\nPlease Note:  This event replaces the Nonprofit Know-How event scheduled in December.  \nAbout the Event: In today’s rapidly changing environment\, nonprofits are being called to work smarter\, deeper and more collaboratively. From informal cooperation and shared staffing to administrative consolidation and full organizational merger\, there exists a broad continuum of collaboration. This interactive virtual session will explore how purpose-driven organizations can assess\, initiate and sustain collaborative efforts that strengthen their missions and amplify community impact.We’ll begin with insights from Anne Wallestad\, professional coach and former president & CEO of BoardSource.  Anne will set the stage for why now is a pivotal moment for nonprofits to view collaboration as a strategic pathway—helping us reflect on how shared purpose and values can spark meaningful\, durable relationships among organizations. Then\, Jodi Rhone and Chris Koppelin of Canary Consulting will provide tactical tools and frameworks you can use right away to identify potential partners\, clarify goals and evaluate readiness for collaboration.Finally\, we’ll hear from YouthPort\, a collaborative initiative uniting three like-mission organizations\, as they share their real-world journey toward alignment and collective impact. The session will conclude with time for Q&A and reflection. Key Takeaways:– Understand the continuum of nonprofit collaboration—from networking to coordination to merger– Identify organizational conditions that enable effective joint work– Gain practical tools to assess readiness and opportunity for collaboration– Learn from real examples of successful collaborative models in Iowa – Reframe collaboration as a proactive\, purpose-driven strategy for mission fulfillment \n\n\n\nCo-Hosts: \nThis online event is co-hosted with the Greater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation\, Community Foundation of Greater Des Moines\, Iowa Nonprofit Alliance\, and the Larned A. Waterman University of Iowa Nonprofit Resource Center.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nQuestions? \n\n\n\nContact Barb Hobson at  hobson@desmoinesfoundation.org  or (515) 883-2626 with any questions. \n\n\n\n\nRegister Here
URL:https://www.gcrcf.org/event/together-on-purpose-exploring-the-spectrum-of-nonprofit-collaboration/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Learning & Events,Nonprofit Calendar
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SUMMARY:Nonprofit Know-How: How the Community Foundation Can Support Your Nonprofit
DESCRIPTION:Meet the staff and learn how the Community Foundation can support your nonprofit in 2026. Community Foundation staff will share 2026 funding opportunities\, new and existing marketing resources\, nonprofit funds and endowment building\, and new learning opportunities. Following the formal presentations\, staff will be available for individual conversations and questions. Attendance is free\, but registration is required. Information shared will be available at gcrcf.org following the event.  \n\n\n\n\nRegister Here
URL:https://www.gcrcf.org/event/nonprofit-know-how/
LOCATION:Cedar Rapids Public Library\, Beems Auditorium\, 450 Fifth Avenue SE\, Cedar Rapids\, IA\, 52401\, United States
CATEGORIES:Learning & Events
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SUMMARY:Nonprofit Know-How: Budgeting and Finance Essentials
DESCRIPTION:Presenters:Joe Heitz\, VP of Community Impact\, Greater Cedar Rapids Community FoundationDavid Little\, CPA\, Principal at CLA \n\n\n\nLEARNING TOPICS:Practical budgeting toolsClear understanding of nonprofit financial statementsTips to avoid common pitfallsConfidence to communicate financial needs to boards\, funders\, and staff \n\n\n\n\nRegister Here
URL:https://www.gcrcf.org/event/nonprofit-know-how-budgeting-and-finance-essentials/
LOCATION:Cedar Rapids Public Library\, Beems Auditorium\, 450 Fifth Avenue SE\, Cedar Rapids\, IA\, 52401\, United States
CATEGORIES:Learning & Events
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