Join Kids First Thursday, April 30 from 4:30 - 6:30 PM at The Olympic in the NewBo District. Entry is free, fabulous auction items await, and the bar is open! We can't wait to celebrate with you. All of the proceeds directly support Kids First's mission to give children a voice in divorce, custody, and other conflicts by providing...Continue Reading
A Night with Bridgehaven 2026 Join us for A Night with Bridgehaven as we gather to celebrate the life-changing work God is doing through the ministry of Bridgehaven. This year’s gala centers on stories of redemption, restoration, and hope—stories we see lived out every day as women, men, and families walk through our doors seeking compassion, truth, and support in the midst of...Continue Reading
Cultivate Hope’s annual Spring Plant Sale, held on Saturday, May 2, 2026 from 8 am – 1 pm at the Urban Farm, will feature fruits, vegetables, herbs and flowers grown in our greenhouse as well as affordably priced annual and perennial plants grown by our local partners. Stock up on Iowa-grown plants for the 2026 growing season! We will have greenhouse-grown vegetable starts, well-established...Continue Reading
Join us for the Buds & Blossoms Plant Sale at GROW at Kazimour Farm & Orchard. Shop annuals, herbs, and Iowa native perennials. Get planting tips from Cedar Rapids Garden Club members and Linn County Master Gardeners. Enjoy family-friendly activities and kids’ herb planting. Presented by the Cedar Rapids Garden Club
Rooted in the belief that stories connect us, this final show in a four-part series invites local voices to the stage to share true, personal stories inspired by themes drawn from Matthew 25’s core pillars. Each evening is a celebration of vulnerability, truth, and the power of storytelling to create belonging. For this show, storytellers are exploring the theme: “There...Continue Reading
Formerly known as our Mega Markets, Cultivate Community Markets bring together fresh food, community connection, music, learning, and fun at the Cultivate Hope Urban Farm. Join nonprofit Matthew 25 from 4–7 PM on the last Thursday of each month from May through September for a summer full of celebration and community. Our Season Kick-Off Market takes place on Thursday, May 28th, and we hope you’ll...Continue Reading
The Four Oaks Golf Classic returns for its 33rd year on June 1, 2026 at the Cedar Rapids Country Club. We look forward to another amazing event this summer. For more information, visit www.fouroaks.org/golf
The Zach Johnson Foundation Classic is a premier golf event that brings together community and business leaders in support of the Zach Johnson Foundation’s Kids on Course program. Hosted at Elmcrest Country Club, the tournament blends competition, connection and purpose in a setting that reflects the heart of our community. More than just a day on the course, the Classic...Continue Reading
William Quarton Heritage Society Members are invited to this special luncheon in recognition of your generous support through a permanent gift to benefit our community. Join us as we celebrate part of the rich cultural heritage of our community that continues to shape and inspire us.Parking: The museum offers complimentary parking, including an accessible garage with elevator access, as well...Continue Reading
Join us for an afternoon of opera’s greatest hits! This exciting fundraiser concert will feature selections from operas ranging from Bizet's Carmen to Beethoven's Fidelio, and plenty of Mozart, Puccini, and Verdi in between! This concert will feature six singers: Anna Laurenzo (mezzo), Abigail Rethwisch (soprano), Janara Kellerman (mezzo), Meghan Kasanders (soprano), Peter Morgan (baritone), and Moisés Salazar (tenor)
In this fundraiser for Save CR Heritage, tour-goers receive rare access inside homes showcasing the MoundView Neighborhood’s history and charm. Start at the Greene-Franchere mansion, 1757 D Ave. NE, for tickets and a map of tour stops. The gorgeous Victorian mansion, designed by Brucemore architects Josselyn & Taylor, is one of at least a half-dozen stops on the tour. Tour-goers...Continue Reading
Lunch and Networking at 11:30 a.m. Program from 12-1 p.m. Note: This workshop is open to all is held in place of Volunteer Engagement Peer Group in June. Thanks to presenter Kayla Paulson for offering this learning opportunity to our nonprofit community! In an era of shrinking formal volunteerism, traditional recruitment models don't cut it. Research shows that volunteering among...Continue Reading
