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
This year’s Holiday Craft Fair will feature local craft vendors, baked goods, produce from our Urban Farm, a photo booth, crafts and activities, Groundswell Cafe specials, music by the Cedar Rapids Community String Orchestra, and more. The proceeds from the Cultivate Hope baked goods sales will go directly to supporting our Youth Development Program. We will also be promoting the...Continue Reading
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. This engaging afternoon will include: 4 p.m. – Welcome...Continue Reading
Online: Zoom Intended Audience: Nonprofit executive directors, board members, staff and community leaders interested in exploring opportunities for working together more effectively. Please Note: This event replaces the Nonprofit Know-How event scheduled in December. About 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...Continue Reading
Support our local nonprofit grocery store and enjoy a full day of flavor and fun at the Cultivate Hope Corner Store! Join us on Wednesday, December 11, from 9 AM to 6 PM for Food for Thought, a special event celebrating delicious, nutritious holiday foods. Throughout the day, you’ll enjoy yummy and wholesome holiday samples that will inspire your winter cooking. Learn simple ways...Continue Reading
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...Continue Reading
Celebrate Valentine’s week with a hands-on cooking experience that’s equal parts delicious and meaningful. Join us at Groundswell Cafe for a special Valentine’s Edition of Cooking for a Cause, led by Cafe Manager Jack. Together, you’ll learn to prepare a classic, comforting menu—while also making extra meals to support the Good Meals To Go program at the Cultivate Hope Corner Store. 📅 Event Details Date: Thursday, February 12,...Continue Reading
Join us Saturday, March 1 in the Study Hall at Eastern Iowa Arts Academy for a full lineup featuring all eight of our youth bands. Come for one set or stay for the whole night. Either way you are going to leave smiling. This is a community night through and through. Bring your friends, bring your neighbor, bring your teenager,...Continue Reading
Rooted in the belief that stories connect us, this third show of our second season invites local voices to the stage to share true, personal stories inspired by themes drawn from Matthew 25’s core pillars. The evening is a celebration of vulnerability, truth, and the power of storytelling to create belonging. For this show, storytellers are exploring the theme “Seeking...Continue Reading
Presenters:Joe Heitz, VP of Community Impact, Greater Cedar Rapids Community FoundationDavid Little, CPA, Principal at CLA LEARNING TOPICS:Practical budgeting toolsClear understanding of nonprofit financial statementsTips to avoid common pitfallsConfidence to communicate financial needs to boards, funders, and staff
It's time for the 29th Annual Arc March! Invite your friends, family, and coworkers to walk with you and help us raise awareness for those with intellectual and developmental disabilities! The Arc March will be held at the Lindale Mall Food Court on Saturday, March 28th. Activities will begin at 8:00 AM and the walk will start at 9:30 AM....Continue Reading
Cultivating A Place of Welcome is an open-house fundraiser for the Catherine McAuley Center. On Saturday, April 4th, step inside CMC and experience our work firsthand and at eye level. You will learn about our education services, women’s services, employment support, and resource navigation programs through guided tours, story-telling, activities, conversations, and more. Taste our community’s rich diversity...Continue Reading
