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SUMMARY:Dogs Forever's Annual Chili Cook Off Fundraiser with Silent Auction and Bake Sale
DESCRIPTION:Dog Forever is hosting our 3rd Annual Chili Cook Off Fundraiser with a Silent Auction and Bake Sale!\n \n$5 suggested entry donation to come on down and taste some of the best chili recipes in town.\n \nSaturday\, October 28th11-2 PMLocated at Geonetric.( From parking lot go in the glass door next to the garage door.)\n \nWe need YOUR help to choose!! Bring your family and friends and sample a wide variety of home-made chili.\nOur chili cookers COULD win up to $500!!! Judges Choice Winner: $400!!People’s Choice Award Winner: $100!!\n \n Get registered to compete with your BEST chili recipe. A $30 fee per chili entry which includes ONE ticket to taste test and vote. If you sign up and bring a friend\, their voting ticket can be purchased with a $5 donation at the entry table. Register to compete here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0D48A5A82DAAFFC25-20237 \n \nGuest Judges: TO BE ANNOUNCED SOON!! #1  #2!  #3!  #4! #5! \n \nSponsors:A HUGE thank you to Hills Bank for being a main sponsor of our event!!\nAnother big hank you to GreenState Credit Union for being a sponsor of our event!!***********************************\n \nWith your $5 suggested donation for entry\, you’ll receive one ticket to vote for your favorite chili for their chance to take home the People’s Choice Award.\nWater and milk will be for sale along with baked goodies\, and some sweet Dogs Forever merchandise.\n \nWe’ll have some great silent auction items for you to bid on while you’re perusing the chili\, too! Mark yourself GOING to our EVENT on Facebook for rules\, updates and insights!\n 
URL:https://www.gcrcf.org/event/dogs-forevers-annual-chili-cook-off-fundraiser-with-silent-auction-and-bake-sale/
LOCATION:Geonetric\, 415 12th Ave SE\, Cedar Rapids\, IA\, 52402\, United States
CATEGORIES:Nonprofit Calendar
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ORGANIZER;CN="Dogs Forever":MAILTO:fundraising@dogsforever.org
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SUMMARY:Cedar Rapids Museum of Art Gala 2023
DESCRIPTION:An evening of exceptional cuisine\, libations\, and amazing art is here…the Cedar Rapids Museum of Art’s 8th Annual Gala! The fundraiser\, benefiting educational and outreach programming at the CRMA\, will be held Friday\, November 3\, 2023\, at the Cedar Rapids Country Club. \nThis is our one and only fundraiser of the year and it’s going to be magnificent! You’ll be captivated by the professional Artist Gallery\, sensational Silent Auction items\, and a Live Auction filled with art and experiences you won’t want to miss. \nOur bidding platform will allow you to purchase your tickets on-line and bid on all your Silent Auction items right from your cell phone or mobile device. \nBlack Tie Optional \nFor more information\, purchase tickets\, or donate\, go to www.crma.org \nor \nvisit https://onecau.se/crma
URL:https://www.gcrcf.org/event/cedar-rapids-museum-of-art-gala-2023/2023-11-03/1/
LOCATION:Cedar Rapids Country Club\, 550 27th Street Drive SE\, Cedar Rapids\, IA\, 52403\, United States
CATEGORIES:Nonprofit Calendar
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ORGANIZER;CN="Cedar Rapids Museum of Art":MAILTO:info@crma.org
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SUMMARY:Cedar Rapids Museum of Art Gala 2023
DESCRIPTION:An evening of exceptional cuisine\, libations\, and amazing art is here…the Cedar Rapids Museum of Art’s 8th Annual Gala! The fundraiser\, benefiting educational and outreach programming at the CRMA\, will be held Friday\, November 3\, 2023\, at the Cedar Rapids Country Club. \nThis is our one and only fundraiser of the year and it’s going to be magnificent! You’ll be captivated by the professional Artist Gallery\, sensational Silent Auction items\, and a Live Auction filled with art and experiences you won’t want to miss. \nOur bidding platform will allow you to purchase your tickets on-line and bid on all your Silent Auction items right from your cell phone or mobile device. \nBlack Tie Optional \nFor more information\, purchase tickets\, or donate\, go to www.crma.org \nor \nvisit https://onecau.se/crma
URL:https://www.gcrcf.org/event/cedar-rapids-museum-of-art-gala-2023/2023-11-03/2/
LOCATION:Cedar Rapids Country Club\, 550 27th Street Drive SE\, Cedar Rapids\, IA\, 52403\, United States
CATEGORIES:Nonprofit Calendar
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ORGANIZER;CN="Cedar Rapids Museum of Art":MAILTO:info@crma.org
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231108T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T080108
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LAST-MODIFIED:20231011T135303Z
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SUMMARY:Learning Cohort: Engaging in the DEI Journey (Fall 2023)
DESCRIPTION:The Nonprofit Network is proud to announce an investment in DEI learning through a partnership with Top RANK\, a CedarRapids-based diversity facilitation\, consulting\, and talent acquisition firm. The three-part series is designed to offernonprofit leaders tools and concepts to help guide implementation of equitable practices and policies in Linn Countynonprofits\, with a focus on racial equity. This Learning Cohort will be held in lieu of Managers Peer Group for the Fall andSpring sessions over the next year. All meetings will be held at the Greater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation\, 324 3rdStreet SE\, Cedar Rapids\, in the first floor meeting room. \n\n\n\nFall Cohort Schedule:Embracing the DEI Journey in the Nonprofit Sector\, Wednesday\, October 11\, 2023\, 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.Committing to the DEI Journey\, Wednesday\, November 8\, 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.Implementing Best Practices on your DEI Journey\, Wednesday\, December 13\, 2023\, 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.
URL:https://www.gcrcf.org/event/learning-cohort-engaging-in-the-dei-journey/2023-11-08/
LOCATION:IA
CATEGORIES:Learning & Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231202T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231202T160000
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SUMMARY:Dogs Forever's Annual Holidog Bazaar
DESCRIPTION:Our 2023 Dogs Forever Holidog Bazaar is coming!! Back at Geonetric again and we are so excited!! There is something for EVERYONE. Stop by and get your holiday shopping done early!\n \nThis is NOT a vendor event\, rather all items have been sponsored or donated so all proceeds come directly back to the care of our sweet puppers! If you ARE a vendor\, you are more than welcome to make up a full raffle basket that we’d be happy to accept and promote your business!\n \nSaturday\, December 2nd from 9-4pm. Located at Geonetric: 415 12th Ave SE\, Cedar Rapids\, IA.\n \nChristmas themed items\, dog themed items\, apparel\, gifts\, jewelry\, bake sale\, grab n’ go gifts\, and of course – our infamous RAFFLE BASKETS!!!!! Feel great knowing all your purchases come directly back to the sweet dogs that we care for at our shelter. They said thank you in advance!\n \nWe’ll also have our Holidog Christmas mini photo sessions from 9:30 – 3:45 pm during the event! This year we have Jess from For the Love of Paws again!!\n \n$45 per slot for photo minis – make sure you read the instructions before selecting a time slot. Sign up here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0D48A5A82DAAFFC25-20233
URL:https://www.gcrcf.org/event/dogs-forevers-annual-holidog-bazaar/
LOCATION:Geonetric\, 415 12th Ave SE\, Cedar Rapids\, IA\, 52402\, United States
CATEGORIES:Nonprofit Calendar
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ORGANIZER;CN="Dogs Forever":MAILTO:fundraising@dogsforever.org
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231202T130000
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SUMMARY:Cultivate Hope Holiday Craft Fair
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our Cultivate Hope Holiday Craft Fair and support our organization! \nThis year’s Holiday Craft Fair will feature local craft vendors\, baked goods\, produce from our Urban Farm\, a photo booth\, crafts and activities\, 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\, and you will find available our U-Pick Hydroponic Lettuce. We will also be promoting the Merry Meals fundraiser in our Groundswell Cafe as part of the event. Mark your calendars and see you on December 2nd!
URL:https://www.gcrcf.org/event/cultivate-hope-holiday-craft-fair/
LOCATION:IA
CATEGORIES:Nonprofit Calendar
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ORGANIZER;CN="Matthew 25":MAILTO:info@hub25.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231205T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231205T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T080108
CREATED:20231127T142349Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231127T142405Z
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SUMMARY:42nd Annual Waypoint Tribute to Women of Achievement Luncheon
DESCRIPTION:Each year\, Waypoint upholds the rich tradition of recognizing women for their personal\, professional\, and civic contributions to the community through Tribute to Women of Achievement. Reflecting Waypoint’s mission of inspiring people to move forward\, the women recognized are agents of change in the Corridor through their innovations\, organizational enhancements\, leadership\, and service to others. Their efforts demonstrate the positive influence and impact women have in our community every day. To date\, over 1\,500 women have been recognized for their achievements. All are welcome to celebrate the achievements of local women at this luncheon located at DoubleTree by Hilton\, Downtown Cedar Rapids.
URL:https://www.gcrcf.org/event/42nd-annual-waypoint-tribute-to-women-of-achievement-luncheon/
LOCATION:Double Tree by Hilton\, 350 1st Ave. NE\, Cedar Rapids\, IA\, 52401\, United States
CATEGORIES:Nonprofit Calendar
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ORGANIZER;CN="Waypoint":MAILTO:apaine@waypointservices.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231209T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231209T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T080108
CREATED:20231204T175049Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231204T175102Z
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SUMMARY:Tanager's LGBTQ+ Youth Center 4th Annual Luncheon and Wreath Auction
DESCRIPTION:Join us for lunch and in celebrating our outstanding LGTBQ+ Youth\, community organizations\, and allies as we honor their achievements with special recognition and awards. “Tis the Season of Love” Bidding for wreaths will open November 17th and end at 1pm December 9th. Wreaths will be on display at the luncheon for last-chance bidding.
URL:https://www.gcrcf.org/event/tanagers-lgbtq-youth-center-4th-annual-luncheon-and-wreath-auction/
LOCATION:Camp Tanager\, 1614 W Mount Vernon Road\, Mount Vernon\, Iowa\, 52314
CATEGORIES:Nonprofit Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231213T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231213T130000
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CREATED:20231002T143713Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231011T135303Z
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SUMMARY:Learning Cohort: Engaging in the DEI Journey (Fall 2023)
DESCRIPTION:The Nonprofit Network is proud to announce an investment in DEI learning through a partnership with Top RANK\, a CedarRapids-based diversity facilitation\, consulting\, and talent acquisition firm. The three-part series is designed to offernonprofit leaders tools and concepts to help guide implementation of equitable practices and policies in Linn Countynonprofits\, with a focus on racial equity. This Learning Cohort will be held in lieu of Managers Peer Group for the Fall andSpring sessions over the next year. All meetings will be held at the Greater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation\, 324 3rdStreet SE\, Cedar Rapids\, in the first floor meeting room. \n\n\n\nFall Cohort Schedule:Embracing the DEI Journey in the Nonprofit Sector\, Wednesday\, October 11\, 2023\, 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.Committing to the DEI Journey\, Wednesday\, November 8\, 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.Implementing Best Practices on your DEI Journey\, Wednesday\, December 13\, 2023\, 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.
URL:https://www.gcrcf.org/event/learning-cohort-engaging-in-the-dei-journey/2023-12-13/
LOCATION:IA
CATEGORIES:Learning & Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240113T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240113T180000
DTSTAMP:20260404T080108
CREATED:20240108T153618Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240108T153629Z
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SUMMARY:MLK NOW 2024
DESCRIPTION:Recreating Black Economies\n\n\n\nChanging Policies and Practices\n\n\n\nYou’re invited to attend the free MLK NOW 2024 event on Saturday\, January 13 from 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. at the Veterans Memorial Building in Cedar Rapids. This event\, organized by BOB Rewards Club\, is a traveling event being held in Cedar Rapids this year. \n\n\n\nEnjoy speakers\, live entertainment and performing arts\, mini-carnival and games\, and celebrate with over 70 black-owned businesses. \n\n\n\nEvent Highlights: \n\n\n\n\nRenowned Speakers\, Community Influencers and Guests\n\n\n\nLive Entertainment and Performing Arts\n\n\n\nMini-Carnival\, DIY Activities and Gaming Fun\n\n\n\nOver 70 Black-Owned Businesses\n\n\n\nFood\, Beverages and Giveaways\n\n\n\nBOB Annual Awards Ceremony\n\n\n\n\nEvent Focus: \n\n\n\n\nSustainable Income (Employment and Business Development)\n\n\n\nRemain Free From Incarceration\n\n\n\nIncrease Home and Commercial Property Purchases (Transferring Real Estate)\n\n\n\nInvesting in Predominantly Black Communities\n\n\n\nAdvanced Financial Literacy and Estate Planning\n\n\n\nBalancing Personal Necessities to 50% of Your Take-Home Pay\n\n\n\nTeaching Real Native Black History in Public Schools\, Colleges and Universities
URL:https://www.gcrcf.org/event/mlk-now-2024-2/
LOCATION:Veterans Memorial Building\, 50 2nd Avenue Bridge\, Cedar Rapids\, IA\, 52401\, United States
CATEGORIES:Nonprofit Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240130T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240130T100000
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SUMMARY:Nonprofit Know-How: 2024 Grants at the Community Foundation
DESCRIPTION:Linn County nonprofit professionals who are interested in learning more about grant programs at the Community Foundation are encouraged to attend this learning opportunity. Attendees of the Nonprofit Know-How: 2024 Grants at the Community Foundation will have an opportunity to: \n\n\n\n\nMeet the grants staff and our new Vice President of Community Impact Joe Heitz.\n\n\n\nHear a brief overview of 2024 grantmaking at the Community Foundation from Senior Program Officer Rochelle Naylor.\n\n\n\nEngage in small group conversations with Program Officers Casey Baustian\, Dylan Cooley\, Sanjana Raghavan\, and Program & Grants Manager Bernadette Gladish\, to learn more about each grant program and how to best engage with grant opportunities. There will be several groups to choose from for 10-minute roundtable discussions. Attendees will have the option to move around the room to engage in conversation that best suits their needs.\n\n\n\n\nCoffee and light snacks will be offered. \n\n\n\nRegister here by Monday\, January 29\, 2024.
URL:https://www.gcrcf.org/event/nonprofit-know-how-2024-grants-at-the-community-foundation/
LOCATION:IA
CATEGORIES:Learning & Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240203T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240203T220000
DTSTAMP:20260404T080108
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LAST-MODIFIED:20231213T145541Z
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SUMMARY:‘daBluesapalooza
DESCRIPTION:KCCK’s All-Star Jam to support ‘da Blues\, Iowa’s longest-running blues radio shows!\n \nScheduled To Appear:\nThe JaneysD-Dog & The BBiTsMatt Panek & the Electric Kool Aid TrioThe Tanya English BandHomebrewedDr. Z’s Experiment\nPlus\, a truckload of special guests!\nBBQ provided by CR Midnight Smoker BBQ\nMore info atwww.kcck.org/dabluesapalooza
URL:https://www.gcrcf.org/event/dabluesapalooza/
LOCATION:The Olympic South Side Theater\, 1202 3rd St SE #200\, Cedar Rapids\, IA\, 52401\, United States
CATEGORIES:Nonprofit Calendar
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jazz 88.3 KCCK":MAILTO:michelle.collier@kirkwood.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240222T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240222T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T080108
CREATED:20240223T144127Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240223T144142Z
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SUMMARY:Break the Ice
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our 2024 Rock Academy Season Kickoff!FeaturingIndigo Soul | False AlarmPink Slips | Spiral Lites | FlashbackShip of Fools | We the PeoplePlus an Art Market and Gallery featuring student art works.Tickets are $12\, children 12 and under are free.Ticket proceeds will benefit our Rock Academy program\, where we teach young musicians how to be Rock Stars\, free of financial barriers.Eastern Iowa Arts Academy is a 501(c)(3) non-profit and your support makes all the difference!
URL:https://www.gcrcf.org/event/break-the-ice/
LOCATION:CSPS\, 1103 3rd St SE\, Cedar Rapids\, IA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Nonprofit Calendar
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ORGANIZER;CN="Eastern Iowa Arts Academy":MAILTO:info@eiaaprogram.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240229T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240229T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T080108
CREATED:20231120T141649Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231120T141657Z
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SUMMARY:Immigration & Business Luncheon
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the 2024 Immigration & Business Luncheon – a celebration of the contributions of refugees and immigrants in our business community and workforce! \nDo you know someone who deserves recognition for their outstanding contributions to business in the Corridor? Nominate an individual or organization to be honored with an Immigration & Business Award! Nominations are due by Friday\, January 12\, 2024. \n 
URL:https://www.gcrcf.org/event/immigration-business-luncheon/
LOCATION:Radisson Hotel Cedar Rapids\, 1200 Collins Road NE\, Cedar Rapids\, IA\, 52402\, United States
CATEGORIES:Nonprofit Calendar
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ORGANIZER;CN="Catherine McAuley Center":MAILTO:haley@cmc-cr.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240229T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240229T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T080108
CREATED:20240108T142150Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240108T142159Z
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SUMMARY:14 Under 14 Awards
DESCRIPTION:On February 29\, 2024\, Kids First will host the third annual “14 Under 14 Awards” to honor youth leaders. Outstanding student-citizens are nominated by teachers and celebrated in a free public event.
URL:https://www.gcrcf.org/event/14-under-14-awards/
LOCATION:Cedar Rapids Public Library\, 450 5th Ave SE\, Cedar Rapids\, IA\, 52401\, United States
CATEGORIES:Nonprofit Calendar
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kids First Law Center":MAILTO:sarah@kidsfirstiowa.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240304T063000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240304T213000
DTSTAMP:20260404T080108
CREATED:20240221T184530Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240221T184538Z
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SUMMARY:Corridor Jazz Project - Night 1
DESCRIPTION:Join Iowa’s Jazz Station\, KCCK-FM and some of the Corridor’s top jazz bands for night 1 of 2 of the only event of the year that features all of our area’s jazz bands\, along with top jazz players joining the students as featured guest artists!\n \nTickets are $15 and available at the door. Your ticket also entitles you to a download or CD copy of The Corridor Jazz Project XVI\, a limited-edition album featuring each jazz band in performance with their guest artist.\n \nFor the full performance schedule\, visit the KCCK-FM website: www.kcck.org/corridor-jazz-project/
URL:https://www.gcrcf.org/event/corridor-jazz-project-night-1/
LOCATION:Paramount Theatre\, 123 3rd Ave SE\, Cedar Rapids\, IA\, 52401\, United States
CATEGORIES:Nonprofit Calendar
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jazz 88.3 KCCK":MAILTO:michelle.collier@kirkwood.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240305T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240305T213000
DTSTAMP:20260404T080108
CREATED:20240221T184630Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240221T184635Z
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SUMMARY:Corridor Jazz Project - Night 2
DESCRIPTION:Join Iowa’s Jazz Station\, KCCK-FM and some of the Corridor’s top jazz bands for night 2 of 2 of the only event of the year that features all of our area’s jazz bands\, along with top jazz players joining the students as featured guest artists!\n \nNight 2 at Voxman is Free.\n \nFor the full performance schedule\, visit the KCCK-FM website: www.kcck.org/corridor-jazz-project/
URL:https://www.gcrcf.org/event/corridor-jazz-project-night-2/
LOCATION:Voxman Music Building\, 93 East Burlington St.\, Iowa City\, IA\, 52240\, United States
CATEGORIES:Nonprofit Calendar
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jazz 88.3 KCCK":MAILTO:michelle.collier@kirkwood.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240311T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240311T173000
DTSTAMP:20260404T080108
CREATED:20240108T185510Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240626T000742Z
UID:10001452-1710178200-1710178200@www.gcrcf.org
SUMMARY:Tours and Treats
DESCRIPTION:Get and up-close view of just what happens inside His Hands Free Clinic. We’ve doubled the amount of patients we’ve been able to help in the past year. Find out how it works and enjoys some beverages and treats. You’ll see why His Hands is such an important service in our community.
URL:https://www.gcrcf.org/event/tours-and-treats/2024-03-11/
LOCATION:IA
CATEGORIES:Nonprofit Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240315T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240315T190000
DTSTAMP:20260404T080108
CREATED:20240220T192316Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240220T192325Z
UID:10001465-1710520200-1710529200@www.gcrcf.org
SUMMARY:Hot Soup-Cold Noses Drive Through Supper
DESCRIPTION: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 15th.\n\nDesigned 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 and the people who care for them by supporting the Iowa Humane Alliance spay neuter solution!\n\nAll proceeds benefit Iowa Humane Alliance’s mission to provide low cost\, high quality spay/neuter services for individual pet owners\, shelter and rescue partners and community cat caretakers.\n\nFor more information visit iowahumanealliance.org or call 319-363-1225
URL:https://www.gcrcf.org/event/hot-soup-cold-noses-drive-through-supper/
LOCATION:Iowa Humane Alliance\, 6540 6th Street SE\, Cedar Rapids\, IA\, 52404\, United States
CATEGORIES:Nonprofit Calendar
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ORGANIZER;CN="Iowa Humane Alliance":MAILTO:info@iowahumanealliance.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240320T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240320T113000
DTSTAMP:20260404T080108
CREATED:20240228T174525Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240228T174535Z
UID:10001475-1710927000-1710934200@www.gcrcf.org
SUMMARY:Nonprofit Know-How: Strategic Planning
DESCRIPTION:Join us on March 20\, 2024 for Nonprofit Know-How: Strategic Planning. Community Foundation President & CEO Karla Twedt-Ball will share insights and resources for engaging in strategic planning at any level within your organization. Participant-led workshops will provide opportunities to learn from peers across the nonprofit sector. \n\n\n\nThis event will be especially helpful for organizations that don’t have a strategic plan\, are thinking about a refresh\, or are in a time of leadership transition. However\, the information and resources to be shared are applicable to strategic thinking for all roles in nonprofit organizations. \n\n\n\nThis event is being held in lieu of March Peer Groups; members of all Peer Groups are encouraged to attend. \n\n\n\nRegister here by Tuesday\, March 19\, 2024.
URL:https://www.gcrcf.org/event/nonprofit-know-how-strategic-planning/
LOCATION:IA
CATEGORIES:Learning & Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240322T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240322T210000
DTSTAMP:20260404T080108
CREATED:20240228T215335Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240228T215344Z
UID:10001478-1711130400-1711141200@www.gcrcf.org
SUMMARY:Arts in Action
DESCRIPTION:Join us on March 22nd for our Arts in Action event. We’ll have live music from local band\, Running in Place\, hors d’oeuvres and an art market featuring local and Eastern Iowa Arts Academy artists. Eat\, drink & support the arts! Show starts at 6pm!
URL:https://www.gcrcf.org/event/arts-in-action/
LOCATION:The Olympic South Side Theater\, 1202 3rd St SE #200\, Cedar Rapids\, IA\, 52401\, United States
CATEGORIES:Nonprofit Calendar
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ORGANIZER;CN="Eastern Iowa Arts Academy":MAILTO:info@eiaaprogram.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240328T151500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240328T181500
DTSTAMP:20260404T080108
CREATED:20231127T142455Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240130T204237Z
UID:10001372-1711638900-1711649700@www.gcrcf.org
SUMMARY:Celebrate Waypoint!
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Waypoint!\nJoin us after work for a celebration of our longstanding history\, community impact\, and the thousands of lives that are touched every year by our services. We’re marking 130 years of community service this year!  \n\nThis event will include 40+ incredible silent auction baskets\, complimentary appetizers from Peppercorn Food Company\, a cash bar\, and live entertainment from the dueling pianos group\, Fun Pianos of Iowa!\n\nDoors will open at 3:15 p.m. with happy hour until 4:15 p.m.\, program beginning at 4:15 p.m. and Fun Pianos playing from 5:00-6:30 p.m. So grab a friend\, put on your dancing shoes\, and join us on March 28th as we Celebrate Waypoint!\n\nThank you for your commitment to helping us fulfil our mission of inspiring people to move forward!\n\nAll proceeds from the event benefit Waypoint’s critical programs: Housing Services\, Domestic Violence Services\, the Survivors’ Program\, and KidsPoint Child Care Programs.\n\nDate: March 28\, 2024\nTime: 3:15-6:15 p.m.\nLocation: The Olympic South Side Theater130
URL:https://www.gcrcf.org/event/celebrate-waypoint/
LOCATION:IA
CATEGORIES:Nonprofit Calendar
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ORGANIZER;CN="Waypoint":MAILTO:apaine@waypointservices.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240408T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240408T173000
DTSTAMP:20260404T080108
CREATED:20240108T185510Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240626T000742Z
UID:10001453-1712597400-1712597400@www.gcrcf.org
SUMMARY:Tours and Treats
DESCRIPTION:Get and up-close view of just what happens inside His Hands Free Clinic. We’ve doubled the amount of patients we’ve been able to help in the past year. Find out how it works and enjoys some beverages and treats. You’ll see why His Hands is such an important service in our community.
URL:https://www.gcrcf.org/event/tours-and-treats/2024-04-08/
LOCATION:IA
CATEGORIES:Nonprofit Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240410T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240410T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T080108
CREATED:20231130T180955Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231130T180959Z
UID:10001343-1712748600-1712754000@www.gcrcf.org
SUMMARY:Learning Cohort: Engaging in the DEI Journey (Spring 2024)
DESCRIPTION:The Nonprofit Network is proud to announce an investment in DEI learning through a partnership with Top RANK\, a CedarRapids-based diversity facilitation\, consulting\, and talent acquisition firm. The three-part series is designed to offernonprofit leaders tools and concepts to help guide implementation of equitable practices and policies in Linn Countynonprofits\, with a focus on racial equity. This Learning Cohort will be held in lieu of Managers Peer Group for the Fall andSpring sessions over the next year. All meetings will be held at the Greater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation\, 324 3rdStreet SE\, Cedar Rapids\, in the first floor meeting room. \n\n\n\nSpring Cohort Schedule:Embracing the DEI Journey in the Nonprofit Sector\, Wednesday\, April 10\, 2024\, 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.Committing to the DEI Journey\, Wednesday\, May 8\, 2024\, 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.Implementing Best Practices on your DEI Journey\, Wednesday\, June 12\, 2024\, 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.
URL:https://www.gcrcf.org/event/learning-cohort-engaging-in-the-dei-journey-spring-2024-2/
LOCATION:IA
CATEGORIES:Learning & Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240411T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240411T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T080108
CREATED:20240228T195023Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240228T195053Z
UID:10001476-1712847600-1712854800@www.gcrcf.org
SUMMARY:Celebrate the opening of Eastern Iowa Health Center's NEW DENTAL BUILDING
DESCRIPTION:Join us for Eastern Iowa Health Center’s Floss Cutting Event celebrating the opening of our new dental center!\n\n1210 4th Ave. SE\, Cedar Rapids\, IA 52403\n\nDental tours\, light refreshments\, and special remarks at 4:00 pm\n\nFloss Cutting will be attended by state and community officials\, press\, and members of the communities that we so proudly and diligently serve.
URL:https://www.gcrcf.org/event/celebrate-the-opening-of-eastern-iowa-health-centers-new-dental-building/
LOCATION:IA
CATEGORIES:Nonprofit Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240413T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240413T210000
DTSTAMP:20260404T080108
CREATED:20231212T164623Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231212T164653Z
UID:10001375-1713029400-1713042000@www.gcrcf.org
SUMMARY:Blue Door Bash
DESCRIPTION:Our Blue Door Bash\, gala event\, raises critical funding to support our mission. Complete with live and silent auctions\, cocktail hour\, food tasting and program\, Blue Door Bash enables us to serve the kids and families in the Corridor who need us most.
URL:https://www.gcrcf.org/event/blue-door-bash/
LOCATION:Double Tree by Hilton\, 350 1st Ave. NE\, Cedar Rapids\, IA\, 52401\, United States
CATEGORIES:Nonprofit Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240418T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240418T103000
DTSTAMP:20260404T080108
CREATED:20240321T175949Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240322T165306Z
UID:10001486-1713430800-1713436200@www.gcrcf.org
SUMMARY:Donor Learning Series - Shaping Our Community: Stories of Local Philanthropists
DESCRIPTION:The Community Foundation is proud to help donors strengthen our community through philanthropy. This year\, as yourpartner in charitable giving\, we’ve created a new Donor Learning Series to help you learn\, be inspired\, and connect withother donors for the greater good of our community. The Series includes a variety of topics\, expert presentations\, paneldiscussions\, and time for questions or guidance. Register to attend all three or pick the one(s) that interest you the most. \n\n\n\nA panel of local philanthropists will share their personal stories of charitable giving; how they’ve incorporated planned giving to leave a legacy and support the communities and organizations they care about; and how they’ve partnered with the Community Foundation. Donor panelists include Debbie and Greg Neumeyer\, Mike Stallman\, and Kristen and Kyle Wilcox. Coffee and pastries will be served. \n\n\n\nPlease note: The Donor Learning Series is by invitation for Community Foundation donors and their families.
URL:https://www.gcrcf.org/event/donor-learning-series-shaping-our-community-stories-of-local-philanthropists/
LOCATION:Greater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation\, 324 3rd Street SE\, Cedar Rapids\, IA\, 52401\, United States
CATEGORIES:Learning & Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240419T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240419T203000
DTSTAMP:20260404T080108
CREATED:20230919T180825Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230919T180833Z
UID:10001336-1713549600-1713558600@www.gcrcf.org
SUMMARY:Literary Vines: A Wine & Beer Tasting to Benefit the Library Foundation
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Friday\, April 19 for an event featuring literature-inspired tasting tables\, a mobile silent auction\, and entertainment. Tastings include selections of wine and beer with heavy appetizers paired accordingly. All funds raised benefit the Library Foundation and Foundation-funded programs\, including Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library. \nFor more information\, please email Foundation@CRLibrary.org.
URL:https://www.gcrcf.org/event/literary-vines-a-wine-beer-tasting-to-benefit-the-library-foundation/
LOCATION:Cedar Rapids Public Library\, 450 5th Ave SE\, Cedar Rapids\, IA\, 52401\, United States
CATEGORIES:Nonprofit Calendar
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ORGANIZER;CN="Cedar Rapids Public LIbrary Foundation":MAILTO:Foundation@CRLibrary.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240419T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240419T210000
DTSTAMP:20260404T080108
CREATED:20231002T151725Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231002T151735Z
UID:10001338-1713549600-1713560400@www.gcrcf.org
SUMMARY:YPN Trivia Night
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the 2024 YPN Trivia Night\, an exciting night of trivia\, fun games and more supporting our programs and services.
URL:https://www.gcrcf.org/event/ypn-trivia-night/
LOCATION:Eastbank\, 97 3rd Ave SE\, Cedar Rapids\, IA\, 52401\, United States
CATEGORIES:Nonprofit Calendar
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ORGANIZER;CN="YPN":MAILTO:khanna@ypniowa.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240421T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240421T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T080108
CREATED:20240312T183929Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240312T183938Z
UID:10001479-1713708000-1713718800@www.gcrcf.org
SUMMARY:Just for the Health of It
DESCRIPTION:Join Eastern Iowa Health Center at Big Grove for our first ever\, co-branded signature event to raise funds and awareness for EIHC as we continue to provide outstanding care for all. Live music from the amazing band Funk Stop\, games\, a silent auction\, drinks and heavy appetizers will have you saying CHEERS while supporting a great cause.\n\nTickets will be available for purchase online at Big Grove!
URL:https://www.gcrcf.org/event/just-for-the-health-of-it/
LOCATION:Big Grove Brewery\, 170 First Street SW\, Cedar Rapids\, IA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Nonprofit Calendar
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