Dinner on the Bridge is back for 2025! Join us for this unforgettable dining experience on the 16th Avenue Bridge of Lions. Each ticket includes appetizer stations, entree, dessert, and two drink tickets. Event is 21+ only.
You're Invited: Global Graze – A Celebration of Flavor, Farming, and Community Join us on Friday, September 12, 2025, for an unforgettable evening at the LivingLearning Rooftop of the Cedar Rapids Public Library for the inaugural Global Graze: Raising Funds for Local Farming. This exciting new signature rooftop event is a delicious fusion of international flavors and local food, featuring...Continue Reading
It broke our hearts to see the final days of the early-1900s "Queen of Hearts" mansion in Marshalltown, but our volunteers saved Queen Anne windows, arched windows, vintage doors, unique ornamental lintels (those wooden "toppers" above windows and doors); an antique medicine cabinet; doorknobs and more. Stop by our Heartbreaker Salvage Sale from 9-11 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 20, for these...Continue Reading
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
The Cultivate Hope Mega Market is a celebration of food, music, activities, and community at Matthew 25's Cultivate Hope Urban Farm, located at 437 G Ave. NW. We feature our locally-grown produce, and the brick oven is blazing as we create pizzas for you, your family, and your friends to enjoy in our beautiful setting. Live music by local musicians will...Continue Reading
Join us for an unforgettable evening celebrating the creativity and talent of some of our community’s most inspiring artists. The Eastern Iowa Arts Academy and The Arc of East Central Iowa are proud to present Art Without Limits: A Celebration Gala, featuring the incredible artwork of adults from The Arc’s Day Habilitation program. This joyful partnership shines a light on...Continue Reading
Beers in the Barnyard is the major fundraising event of the Cedar Rapids ParksFoundation. Held at Old MacDonald’s Farm, Bever Park, this casual “jeans andflannel shirts” party is an “over 21” fundraiser featuring a picnic meal, bonfires, avariety of local beer samplings and wine, live “chill” music and a stellarsilent auction featuring cool experiences and getaways. This event was attendedby...Continue Reading
GROWFEST at Kazimour Farm & Orchard Join us at GROWFEST, a fall harvest festival hosted by GROW, a non-profit organization dedicated to empowering individuals of all abilities through horticulture. Taking place on October 4, from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., GROWFEST offers a fun-filled day just five minutes from New Bo at 2630 Otis Road SE, Cedar Rapids, IA 52403....Continue Reading
Groundswell is celebrating its 7th birthday, and we want YOU to join us! During the week of October 6-11, Groundswell Cafe is celebrating the birthday with a new Fall/Winter Menu, free birthday cookie with any meal, and festive decorations. Groundswell Cafe is the only area pay-it-forward eatery. Our menu features healthy and delicious soups, salads, sandwiches, and omelets with as...Continue Reading
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
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
This unique event – hosted by Cedar Valley Habitat for Humanity and the Cedar Rapids Area Association of REALTORS – features a runway show with recycled attire designed by local artists, businesses, and community members. Join us at the Olympic South Side Theater in Cedar Rapids for a night of fun celebrating recycled wear! This fabulously funky show includes music,...Continue Reading
