Events

  • 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

  • Cultivate Hope Mega Market

    Cultivate Hope Mega Market

    Cultivate Hope Urban Farm 437 G Ave. NW, Cedar Rapids, IA, United States

    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

  • Art Without Limits: A Celebration Gala

    Eastern Iowa Arts Academy 2630 B Avenue, Cedar Rapids, IA, United States

    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

    $35
  • 8th Annual Beers in the Barnyard

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

    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

    $60
  • GROWFest at GROW at Kazimour Farm & Orchard

    Kazimour Farm & Orchard 2630 Otis Rd SE, Cedar Rapids, IA, United States

    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

    Free
  • Groundswell Cafe’s 7th Birthday Celebration

    Groundswell Cafe 201 3rd Ave SW, Cedar Rapids, IA, United States

    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

  • 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
  • Recycle Gala

    The Olympic South Side Theater 1202 3rd St SE #200, Cedar Rapids, IA, United States

    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

    $50
  • Breakthrough T1D Cedar Rapids Promise Gala

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

    Join us for the Cedar Rapids Breakthrough T1D Promise Gala on November 1st, 2025. This unforgettable evening features a complimentary cocktail reception, classic dining experience, spectacular entertainment and signature live and silent auctions. We invite you to support this event and, most importantly, the research that will help find a cure. Schedule of Events 5:00 – 7:00 PM – Cocktails & Silent...Continue Reading

    $150
  • 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

  • Matthew 25’s Storytellers of Cedar Rapids

    Groundswell Cafe 201 3rd Ave SW, Cedar Rapids, IA, United States

    Storytellers of Cedar Rapids: What I Hunger For Join us for the second event in this four-part storytelling series, rooted in the belief that stories connect us. Local voices will take the stage to share true, personal stories around the theme “What I Hunger For.” Each evening is a celebration of vulnerability, truth, and the power of storytelling to create...Continue Reading

    $15