Events

Cultivate Hope Holiday Craft Fair

Join us from 9 am-12 pm on Saturday, Dec. 7 for our Cultivate Hope Holiday Craft Fair at Groundswell, 201 Third Ave. SW in Cedar Rapids and help support our organization. This year’s Holiday Craft Fair will feature local craft vendors, a photo booth, crafts and activities, live music from the Cedar Rapids Community Orchestra, and more. Our Youth Development...Continue Reading

Nonprofit Know-How: Artificial Intelligence

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

Presenter: Dr. Laura Lacasa Yost, Instructional Designer | Academic Innovation, Strategy, & Design Department, Kirkwood Community College It’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...Continue Reading

CRPF Friends of Parks First Day Hike

Old MacDonalds Farm@ Bever Park 2700 Bever Ave SE, Cedar Rapids, IA, United States

Cedar Rapids Parks Foundation invites you to start your new year off right! Friends will meet at the trailhead just before the entrance to Old MacDonald's Farm at Bever Park. Following the short, free, family-friendly hike, CRPF will host complimentary coffee, tea and cocoa for our trail guests! Sustainers will be eligible for a drawing for a family four pack...Continue Reading

Free

Dancing With the Saints – Season 9 to benefit Xavier Catholic Schools

Double Tree by Hilton 350 1st Ave. NE, Cedar Rapids, IA, United States

Important Event Information: Date: Saturday, January 18, 2025. Location: Doubletree Hotel, 350-1st Street NE, Cedar Rapids – Grand Ballroom . Parking: Parking is available in the ramp attached to the Doubletree Hotel and across the street in the parkade for a fee; some on-street parking is also available. Attire: We recommend guests dress as they would if they were attending a wedding....Continue Reading

Nonprofit Know-How: Grants in 2025

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

Join the Community Foundation grants staff to learn about upcoming grant opportunities, application process updates, and helpful tools for grant seekers.

Iowa Giving Crew Gala-ish

Eastbank 97 3rd Ave SE, Cedar Rapids, IA, United States

Join Iowa Giving Crew for a night of FUN and FUNdraising! Hang out with SWARM athletes during our VIP happy hour, enjoy dueling pianos entertainment, silent auction and more!

2025 Blue Door Bash

Double Tree by Hilton 350 1st Ave. NE, Cedar Rapids, IA, United States

The Blue Door Bash is the Boys & Girls Clubs of the Corridor's annual gala event. This event raises critical funding to support our Club's mission to inspire and enable all young people to reach their full potential as productive, caring, responsible citizens. The evening includes both live and silent auctions, cocktail hour, food tastings and a program showcasing the...Continue Reading

Immigration & Business Luncheon

Double Tree by Hilton 350 1st Ave. NE, Cedar Rapids, IA, United States

Join the Catherine McAuley Center for our third annual fundraiser honoring the contributions refugees and immigrants make to a thriving community! Guests will have the opportunity to connect, reflect, and contribute to our mission that provides opportunities for newcomers to thrive in Eastern Iowa. The event features a keynote speaker and the presentation of the Immigration & Business Awards. Prior...Continue Reading

$75

Bourbon & Bowties

Ideal Theater and Bar 213 16th Ave SE, Cedar Rapids, IA, IA, United States

Join Breakthrough T1D (formerly JDRF) for a fun night of bourbon, wine and cocktail sipping with Cedar Rapids’ young emerging professionals and community leaders while enjoying exclusive access to The Ideal Theater and Bar as we raise awareness and funds to benefit Breakthrough T1D and Type 1 Diabetes treatments and research to find a cure. This bowtie/bow optional (prizes for...Continue Reading

$75

14 Under 14 Awards

Cedar Rapids Public Library, Whipple Auditorium 450 5th Ave SE, Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States

Join Kids First Law Center on Tuesday, March 11 from 4:00 - 5:00 PM for the 14 Under 14 Awards honoring 14 young leaders under age 14. Cedar Rapids teachers nominated outstanding students who will be celebrated as their inspiring stories are shared with the community. Click here to take a behind-the-scenes footage from this year’s photoshoot. This feel-good event...Continue Reading

Free

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

Hot Soup – Cold Noses DRIVE THRU Supper

Iowa Humane Alliance 6540 6th Street SE, Cedar Rapids, IA, United States

Warm up your winter - and dish up some love for Iowa's companion animals by joining us for Iowa Humane Alliance's Hot Soup - Cold Noses DRIVE THRU Supper on Friday, March 14th.Designed to thaw you out during the frostiest weather, the take home meal includes two bowls of your choice of five delicious soups, bread and dessert. Help pets...Continue Reading

$13