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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
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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:20260405T144526
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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:20260405T144526
CREATED:20240321T175949Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240322T165306Z
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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:20260405T144526
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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:20260405T144526
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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
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CREATED:20240312T183929Z
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240423T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240423T170000
DTSTAMP:20260405T144526
CREATED:20240424T161035Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T161040Z
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SUMMARY:Catherine McAuley Center Pickleball Tournament
DESCRIPTION:The Catherine McAuley Center is hosting a round-robin play pickleball tournament for players of all skill levels. Games will be scheduled throughout the day; players will be notified of their time slot (of approximately 3 hours) the week prior.\n\nCost is $100 per team of 2. Breakfast and/or lunch and bottled water will be provided.\n\nTrophies will be awarded to 1st\, 2nd\, and 3rd place winners in each division:\n\n 	Men’s beginner\, intermediate\, advanced\n 	Women’s beginner\, intermediate\, advanced\n 	Mixed beginner\, intermediate/advanced
URL:https://www.gcrcf.org/event/catherine-mcauley-center-pickleball-tournament/
LOCATION:Smithfield Tennis & Pickleball Center\, 3511 18th Ave SW\, Cedar Rapids\, IA\, 52404\, 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:20240425T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240425T200000
DTSTAMP:20260405T144526
CREATED:20240112T194513Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240112T194522Z
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SUMMARY:Junior Achievement of Eastern Iowa Stock Market Challenge®
DESCRIPTION:Junior Achievement of Eastern Iowa’s (JAEI) 5th Annual JA Stock Market Challenge® event allows participants to experience the fast pace\, cut throat day in the life of a stock market trader. The Stock Market Challenge is a technology based simulation of the stock market in which every 60 seconds represents a day of trading. Beginning with a hypothetical account balance of $500\,000\, the stakes are high and the competition is fierce. There will be a straight forward student competition during the day and a no holds barred adult version in the evening.\n\nApproximately 150 high school students will have the option to complete five lessons on investments before competing in teams of four at the student JA Stock Market Challenge earlier in the day from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.\, allowing the students to experience all the rush with none of the risk. Students will also have a chance to review their results and analyze the impact of their trades after the event. Student team registration is open to any 9th-12th grade students.
URL:https://www.gcrcf.org/event/junior-achievement-of-eastern-iowa-stock-market-challenge/
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="Junior Achievement of Eastern Iowa":MAILTO:edisterhoft@jaeasterniowa.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240425T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240425T200000
DTSTAMP:20260405T144526
CREATED:20240214T143733Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240214T143740Z
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SUMMARY:Flock to the Flights Pubcrawl Fundraiser for CRPF
DESCRIPTION:2nd Annual Flock to the Flights Pub CrawlThursday\, April 25 from 4:00pm – 8:00pm\n \n\n\n\nJoin CRPF for the 2nd annual Flock to the Flights Pub Crawl! This event will occur April 25\, 2024 from 4:00pm-8:00pm with stops at Big Grove Brewery\, Clock House Brewing\, and Iowa Brewing Company. An estimated 100 participants will enjoy local beer\, a cool t-shirt\, and fun games along the trail. \nInterested in joining the fun? Purchase your participant t-shirt (pictured on the right) ASAP\, which serves as your “ticket” for the event! T-shirts cost $35 and can be purchased at the crparksfoundation.org ‘Shop’ or here https://cedar-rapids-parks-foundation.square.site through April 1!  \nInterested in becoming an event sponsor? Sponsorships are valued at $250 and your name/logo will be proudly displayed on the Pub Crawl t-shirt and brewery passport. Sponsorship acknowledgements will occur across CRPF social media\, e-communications\, and at the event. Contact crparksfoundation@gmail.com if interested in becoming a sponsor
URL:https://www.gcrcf.org/event/flock-to-the-flights-pubcrawl-fundraiser-for-crpf/
LOCATION:IA
CATEGORIES:Nonprofit Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240426T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240426T210000
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SUMMARY:KCCK's Taste of Jazz
DESCRIPTION:Join KCCK in collaboration with Kirkwood’s Culinary Arts and Hospitality Arts Departments for an evening of food\, wine\, beer and music to benefit KCCK’s Jazz Education Programs.\nMusic by 10 of Soul and the Kirkwood Jazz Combo\nThe event features wine and beer tastings\, heavy hors d’oeuvres\, dessert and a silent auction. And of course great live music!\nFeaturing Wine from Fireside Winery\, Tabor House Winery\, and Lubben Vineyards and Wine. Beer from House Divided Brewery\, Iowa Brewing Co.\, and Reunion Brewery.\nIndividual Tickets are $75 or $700 for a reserved table of 8.\nMore information at tickets at: www.kcck.org/taste
URL:https://www.gcrcf.org/event/kccks-taste-of-jazz/
LOCATION:Hotel at Kirkwood Center
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:20240427T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240427T173000
DTSTAMP:20260405T144526
CREATED:20240321T174958Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240321T175005Z
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SUMMARY:Willis Dady's 9th Annual Hops for Housing Event
DESCRIPTION:Good Beer\, Great Cause!\n\nJoin us on April 27th for an afternoon of beer and cider tasting from 20+ local and national breweries. We will have live music\, a silent auction\, games\, and plenty of samples to enjoy! 100% of proceeds benefit Willis Dady Homeless Services.\n\nTickets can be pre-ordered for $40 through our Givebutter site https://givebutter.com/HOPS24 \, or can be purchased for $45 at the door. Ticketholders will receive a pretzel necklace\, tasting glass\, beer booklet\, and admittance to the event with over 20 breweries and cideries to sample from.\n\nHops for Housing is an annual fund and awareness-raising event to benefit Willis Dady Homeless Services\, who provides homeless prevention\, housing\, emergency shelter\, outreach\, employment\, and veterans services to all experiencing or near homeless in Linn County. 100% of the proceeds will benefit Willis Dady’s mission and vision.
URL:https://www.gcrcf.org/event/willis-dadys-9th-annual-hops-for-housing-event/
LOCATION:Hotel at Kirkwood Center\, 7725 Kirkwood Blvd SW\, Cedar Rapids\, IA
CATEGORIES:Nonprofit Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240504T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240504T100000
DTSTAMP:20260405T144526
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SUMMARY:Fourth Annual Race for a Fresh Start
DESCRIPTION:This annual event helps support the services provided through Fresh Start Ministries.
URL:https://www.gcrcf.org/event/fourth-annual-race-for-a-fresh-start/
LOCATION:IA
CATEGORIES:Nonprofit Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240504T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240504T130000
DTSTAMP:20260405T144526
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SUMMARY:Cultivate Hope Spring Plant Sale
DESCRIPTION:Cultivate Hope’s Annual Spring Plant Sale\, held on May 4\, 2024 from 10 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.  This event helps us fund our programs and services throughout the year. We will also have Yard Tools available to help support our Tool Library.
URL:https://www.gcrcf.org/event/cultivate-hope-spring-plant-sale/
LOCATION:Cultivate Hope Urban Farm\, 437 G Ave. NW\, Cedar Rapids\, IA\, 52404\, United States
CATEGORIES:Nonprofit Calendar
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ORGANIZER;CN="Matthew 25":MAILTO:info@hub25.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240508T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240508T130000
DTSTAMP:20260405T144526
CREATED:20231002T143825Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231130T181959Z
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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-2024/2024-05-08/
LOCATION:IA
CATEGORIES:Learning & Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240509T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240509T183000
DTSTAMP:20260405T144526
CREATED:20240329T154547Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240329T154601Z
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SUMMARY:Happy Hour for Kids First
DESCRIPTION:Mark your calendar!\nJoin us Thursday\, May 9 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.\n\nAll of the proceeds directly support Kids First’s mission to give children a voice in divorce\, custody\, and other conflicts by providing focused legal representation and services for kids.
URL:https://www.gcrcf.org/event/happy-hour-for-kids-first/
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="Kids First Law Center":MAILTO:sarah@kidsfirstiowa.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240511T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240511T160000
DTSTAMP:20260405T144526
CREATED:20240501T153452Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240501T153501Z
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SUMMARY:GROW Grand Re-Opening & Plant Sale
DESCRIPTION:GROW Grand Re-Opening & Plant Sale!  Join us for plant care sessions\, kids activities\, and orchard tours!  GROW is a non-profit empowering growth and independences of adults living with disabilities through horticulture.
URL:https://www.gcrcf.org/event/grow-grand-re-opening-plant-sale/
LOCATION:Kazimour Farm & Orchard\, 2630 Otis Rd SE\, Cedar Rapids\, IA\, 52403\, United States
CATEGORIES:Nonprofit Calendar
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ORGANIZER;CN="GROW at Kazimour Farm &amp%3B Orchard":MAILTO:growattheorchard@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240516T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240516T180000
DTSTAMP:20260405T144526
CREATED:20240501T153601Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240501T153610Z
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SUMMARY:Trees Forever Legacy Society Memorial Tree Planting & Reception
DESCRIPTION:Please join us for one of our most beloved events. It is a privilege to recognize individuals whose lives have been honored or remembered through gifts to Trees Forever. We also will thank donors to the Granting a Better Tomorrow Fund and will recognize forward-thinking members of the Legacy Society who have made planned gifts or bequests to Trees Forever.\n\nYou are welcome to bring a note written to your loved one and place it in the soil before we plant and mulch. As we think of the future and new life planted\, we’ll take a moment to reflect and thank those who’ve created this legacy. Your generosity is testimony to a brighter\, greener tomorrow.
URL:https://www.gcrcf.org/event/trees-forever-legacy-society-memorial-tree-planting-reception/
LOCATION:Prairie Oak Lodge at Wanatee Park\, 4201 Big Bluestem Dr\, Marion\, IA\, 52302\, United States
CATEGORIES:Nonprofit Calendar
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ORGANIZER;CN="Trees Forever":MAILTO:hcroskrey@treesforever.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240520T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240520T183000
DTSTAMP:20260405T144526
CREATED:20240108T185510Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240626T000742Z
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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/2024-05-20/
LOCATION:IA
CATEGORIES:Nonprofit Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240530T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240530T190000
DTSTAMP:20260405T144526
CREATED:20230719T134419Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240415T173454Z
UID:10001280-1717084800-1717095600@www.gcrcf.org
SUMMARY:Cultivate Hope Mega Market
DESCRIPTION: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 be played throughout the event\, Cultivate Hope Corner Store will be providing free hot dogs\, local vendors will be showcasing their items\, and so much more! \nWe hope to see you all there! \nThis year’s Mega Markets each have a special theme and are held from 4-7 pm on the last Thursday of the month from May-September. \nThis year’s dates are: \nMay 30 – Season Kickoff! \nJune 27 – Red\, White and Blueberries \nJuly 25 – Summer Celebration \nAugust 29 – Flower Power \nSeptember 26 – Harvest Festival \n  \n 
URL:https://www.gcrcf.org/event/cultivate-hope-mega-market/2024-05-30/
LOCATION:Cultivate Hope Urban Farm\, 437 G Ave. NW\, Cedar Rapids\, IA\, 52404\, United States
CATEGORIES:Nonprofit Calendar
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ORGANIZER;CN="Matthew 25":MAILTO:info@hub25.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240601T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240601T233000
DTSTAMP:20260405T144526
CREATED:20240411T143012Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240411T143028Z
UID:10001492-1717232400-1717284600@www.gcrcf.org
SUMMARY:Relay For Life of Linn County
DESCRIPTION:35TH ANNUAL RELAY FOR LIFE CELEBRATION \nFor over 35 years\, communities across the world have come together to honor and remember loved ones and take action for lifesaving change. Funds raised through Relay For Life directly support breakthrough research\, 24/7 support for cancer patients\, access to lifesaving screenings\, and much more. Help us celebrate more birthdays.\nJoin us for the 2024 Linn County Relay For Life Prairie High School – 401 76th Ave SW \nJune 1st from 9 am -11:30 am  \nFirst Lap | Survivor Celebration Team Recognition | Silent Auction  \nLinn County Relay For Life is excited to celebrate the 35th year of Relay. We welcome you to join us as a past participant\, team captain\, survivor\, caregiver or new reveler. Bring your walking shoes and head to Relay For Life of Linn County to celebrate more purple birthdays!\n\nCreate your team today!! relayforlife.org/linncountyia\n\nWhy we Relay \n\n 	In 2024\, there will be an estimated 1\,425 NEW cancer cases in Linn County and 410 deaths.\n 	Over $2 Million invested in IOWA cancer research.\n 	We work to ensure everyone benefits from advances in research\, prevention\, diagnosis\, and treatment of cancer.\n 	The funds raised through Relay For Life help beat cancer and allow people to live life and celebrate more birthdays.
URL:https://www.gcrcf.org/event/relay-for-life-of-linn-county/
LOCATION:Prairie High School\, 401 76th Ave SW\, Cedar Rapids\, IA\, 52404\, United States
CATEGORIES:Nonprofit Calendar
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ORGANIZER;CN="American Cancer Society":MAILTO:heather.arnold@cancer.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240602T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240602T170000
DTSTAMP:20260405T144526
CREATED:20240501T153652Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240501T153657Z
UID:10001499-1717315200-1717347600@www.gcrcf.org
SUMMARY:Dogs Forever's Barks n' Bubbles Car Wash Fundraiser
DESCRIPTION:Come support Dogs Forever at our Barks n’ Bubbles Car Wash Fundraiser! We’d love volunteers to help wash/dry cars! Volunteers can sign up here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0D48A5A82DAAFFC25-48046858-2024#/\n\nIf you’re not up for volunteering\, we’d love your support by swinging by.\n\nSuggested donation of $10.00. Cash\, Check\, Venmo are preferred\, Cards accepted also.\n\nSunday\, June 2nd from 11-2 PM\nLocated at Canine Corner and Cats too: 1208 1207 8th ST NW\, Cedar Rapids\, 52405\n\nWe’ll have signs on where to pull in\, a cashier to give your donation to\, and a volunteer to help direct traffic through to Canine Corner & Cats Too’s parking lot.\n\nWatch for the yellow and white DOGS FOREVER EVENT/FUNDRAISER signs along the roadways!
URL:https://www.gcrcf.org/event/dogs-forevers-barks-n-bubbles-car-wash-fundraiser/2024-06-02/1/
LOCATION:Canine Corner & Cats Too\, 1201 8th St NW\, Cedar Rapids\, IA\, 52405\, United States
CATEGORIES:Nonprofit Calendar
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ORGANIZER;CN="Dogs Forever":MAILTO:fundraising@dogsforever.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240602T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240602T140000
DTSTAMP:20260405T144526
CREATED:20240501T153652Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240501T153657Z
UID:10001500-1717326000-1717336800@www.gcrcf.org
SUMMARY:Dogs Forever's Barks n' Bubbles Car Wash Fundraiser
DESCRIPTION:Come support Dogs Forever at our Barks n’ Bubbles Car Wash Fundraiser! We’d love volunteers to help wash/dry cars! Volunteers can sign up here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0D48A5A82DAAFFC25-48046858-2024#/\n\nIf you’re not up for volunteering\, we’d love your support by swinging by.\n\nSuggested donation of $10.00. Cash\, Check\, Venmo are preferred\, Cards accepted also.\n\nSunday\, June 2nd from 11-2 PM\nLocated at Canine Corner and Cats too: 1208 1207 8th ST NW\, Cedar Rapids\, 52405\n\nWe’ll have signs on where to pull in\, a cashier to give your donation to\, and a volunteer to help direct traffic through to Canine Corner & Cats Too’s parking lot.\n\nWatch for the yellow and white DOGS FOREVER EVENT/FUNDRAISER signs along the roadways!
URL:https://www.gcrcf.org/event/dogs-forevers-barks-n-bubbles-car-wash-fundraiser/2024-06-02/2/
LOCATION:Canine Corner & Cats Too\, 1201 8th St NW\, Cedar Rapids\, IA\, 52405\, United States
CATEGORIES:Nonprofit Calendar
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ORGANIZER;CN="Dogs Forever":MAILTO:fundraising@dogsforever.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240612T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240612T130000
DTSTAMP:20260405T144526
CREATED:20231002T143825Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231130T181959Z
UID:10001345-1718191800-1718197200@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-2024/2024-06-12/
LOCATION:IA
CATEGORIES:Learning & Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240617T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240617T173000
DTSTAMP:20260405T144526
CREATED:20240520T142430Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240606T201136Z
UID:10001509-1718618400-1718645400@www.gcrcf.org
SUMMARY:World Record Shoe Collection – June 17 – 21
DESCRIPTION:His Hands Free Clinic is collecting gently used shoes & sandals  of all kinds and all sizes to break the Guinness Book of World Records for most pairs of shoes collected in a week (June 17 – 21).  Our goal is 250\,000 pairs over one week!  Yep\, you read that right!  Shoes may be dropped off at Westminster Presbyterian Church (1285 3rd Ave. SE\, Cedar Rapids\, IA) between 10:00 am – 5:30 pm.  Please DO NOT drop shoes off before this time.  You may start gathering them now\, though. \n\nPlease do not donate shoes with holes\, rips or single shoes. Shoes\, boots\, crocs\, sandals and flipflops are acceptable.\nWe cannot accept Wheelies\, ice skates or rollerblades.\nIf possible\, please rubber band pairs together.\nThis is a fundraiser for His Hands.  The clinic will receive $1\,000 for every 2\,500 pairs collected.  Shoes collected will go to microenterprises across the world.\nThere will be PRIZES for the individual and organization that collect the most shoes!
URL:https://www.gcrcf.org/event/world-record-shoe-collection-june-17-21/2024-06-17/
LOCATION:Westminster Presbyterian Church\, 1285 3rd Ave. SE\, Cedar Rapids\, IA\, 52403\, United States
CATEGORIES:Nonprofit Calendar
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ORGANIZER;CN="His Hands Free Clinic":MAILTO:dawn@hishandsclinic.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240618T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240618T173000
DTSTAMP:20260405T144526
CREATED:20240520T142430Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240606T201136Z
UID:10001510-1718704800-1718731800@www.gcrcf.org
SUMMARY:World Record Shoe Collection – June 17 – 21
DESCRIPTION:His Hands Free Clinic is collecting gently used shoes & sandals  of all kinds and all sizes to break the Guinness Book of World Records for most pairs of shoes collected in a week (June 17 – 21).  Our goal is 250\,000 pairs over one week!  Yep\, you read that right!  Shoes may be dropped off at Westminster Presbyterian Church (1285 3rd Ave. SE\, Cedar Rapids\, IA) between 10:00 am – 5:30 pm.  Please DO NOT drop shoes off before this time.  You may start gathering them now\, though. \n\nPlease do not donate shoes with holes\, rips or single shoes. Shoes\, boots\, crocs\, sandals and flipflops are acceptable.\nWe cannot accept Wheelies\, ice skates or rollerblades.\nIf possible\, please rubber band pairs together.\nThis is a fundraiser for His Hands.  The clinic will receive $1\,000 for every 2\,500 pairs collected.  Shoes collected will go to microenterprises across the world.\nThere will be PRIZES for the individual and organization that collect the most shoes!
URL:https://www.gcrcf.org/event/world-record-shoe-collection-june-17-21/2024-06-18/
LOCATION:Westminster Presbyterian Church\, 1285 3rd Ave. SE\, Cedar Rapids\, IA\, 52403\, United States
CATEGORIES:Nonprofit Calendar
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ORGANIZER;CN="His Hands Free Clinic":MAILTO:dawn@hishandsclinic.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240619T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240619T173000
DTSTAMP:20260405T144526
CREATED:20240520T142430Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240606T201136Z
UID:10001511-1718791200-1718818200@www.gcrcf.org
SUMMARY:World Record Shoe Collection – June 17 – 21
DESCRIPTION:His Hands Free Clinic is collecting gently used shoes & sandals  of all kinds and all sizes to break the Guinness Book of World Records for most pairs of shoes collected in a week (June 17 – 21).  Our goal is 250\,000 pairs over one week!  Yep\, you read that right!  Shoes may be dropped off at Westminster Presbyterian Church (1285 3rd Ave. SE\, Cedar Rapids\, IA) between 10:00 am – 5:30 pm.  Please DO NOT drop shoes off before this time.  You may start gathering them now\, though. \n\nPlease do not donate shoes with holes\, rips or single shoes. Shoes\, boots\, crocs\, sandals and flipflops are acceptable.\nWe cannot accept Wheelies\, ice skates or rollerblades.\nIf possible\, please rubber band pairs together.\nThis is a fundraiser for His Hands.  The clinic will receive $1\,000 for every 2\,500 pairs collected.  Shoes collected will go to microenterprises across the world.\nThere will be PRIZES for the individual and organization that collect the most shoes!
URL:https://www.gcrcf.org/event/world-record-shoe-collection-june-17-21/2024-06-19/
LOCATION:Westminster Presbyterian Church\, 1285 3rd Ave. SE\, Cedar Rapids\, IA\, 52403\, United States
CATEGORIES:Nonprofit Calendar
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ORGANIZER;CN="His Hands Free Clinic":MAILTO:dawn@hishandsclinic.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240620T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240620T173000
DTSTAMP:20260405T144526
CREATED:20240520T142430Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240606T201136Z
UID:10001512-1718877600-1718904600@www.gcrcf.org
SUMMARY:World Record Shoe Collection – June 17 – 21
DESCRIPTION:His Hands Free Clinic is collecting gently used shoes & sandals  of all kinds and all sizes to break the Guinness Book of World Records for most pairs of shoes collected in a week (June 17 – 21).  Our goal is 250\,000 pairs over one week!  Yep\, you read that right!  Shoes may be dropped off at Westminster Presbyterian Church (1285 3rd Ave. SE\, Cedar Rapids\, IA) between 10:00 am – 5:30 pm.  Please DO NOT drop shoes off before this time.  You may start gathering them now\, though. \n\nPlease do not donate shoes with holes\, rips or single shoes. Shoes\, boots\, crocs\, sandals and flipflops are acceptable.\nWe cannot accept Wheelies\, ice skates or rollerblades.\nIf possible\, please rubber band pairs together.\nThis is a fundraiser for His Hands.  The clinic will receive $1\,000 for every 2\,500 pairs collected.  Shoes collected will go to microenterprises across the world.\nThere will be PRIZES for the individual and organization that collect the most shoes!
URL:https://www.gcrcf.org/event/world-record-shoe-collection-june-17-21/2024-06-20/
LOCATION:Westminster Presbyterian Church\, 1285 3rd Ave. SE\, Cedar Rapids\, IA\, 52403\, United States
CATEGORIES:Nonprofit Calendar
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ORGANIZER;CN="His Hands Free Clinic":MAILTO:dawn@hishandsclinic.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240621T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240621T140000
DTSTAMP:20260405T144526
CREATED:20240214T143845Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240214T143858Z
UID:10001464-1718960400-1718978400@www.gcrcf.org
SUMMARY:Play FORE Parks Golf Fundraiser for CRPF
DESCRIPTION:Play Fore Parks Fundraiser\nJune 21\, 9:00AM – 2:00PM\n \n\nEllis Golf Course\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin CRPF for our Play Fore Parks Fundraiser! This event will occur June 21\, 2024 from 9:00am-2:00pm at Ellis Golf Course. An estimated 72 park-loving golfers will enjoy a shotgun best shot golf fundraiser benefiting CRPF sustainability projects in 2024. Are you ready to register your team\, or to become a sponsor? Scan the QR code on the left!\nSponsorships are valued at $250 and your name/logo will be proudly displayed across CRPF social media\, the CRPF website\, e-communications\, and at the Ellis Golf Course at Tee Box. Sponsors will also have the opportunity to share marketing information/giveaways at the event and in the CRPF goodie bag. Contact crparksfoundation@gmail.com if interested in becoming a sponsor.
URL:https://www.gcrcf.org/event/play-fore-parks-golf-fundraiser-for-crpf/
LOCATION:Ellis Park
CATEGORIES:Nonprofit Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240621T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240621T173000
DTSTAMP:20260405T144526
CREATED:20240520T142430Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240606T201136Z
UID:10001513-1718964000-1718991000@www.gcrcf.org
SUMMARY:World Record Shoe Collection – June 17 – 21
DESCRIPTION:His Hands Free Clinic is collecting gently used shoes & sandals  of all kinds and all sizes to break the Guinness Book of World Records for most pairs of shoes collected in a week (June 17 – 21).  Our goal is 250\,000 pairs over one week!  Yep\, you read that right!  Shoes may be dropped off at Westminster Presbyterian Church (1285 3rd Ave. SE\, Cedar Rapids\, IA) between 10:00 am – 5:30 pm.  Please DO NOT drop shoes off before this time.  You may start gathering them now\, though. \n\nPlease do not donate shoes with holes\, rips or single shoes. Shoes\, boots\, crocs\, sandals and flipflops are acceptable.\nWe cannot accept Wheelies\, ice skates or rollerblades.\nIf possible\, please rubber band pairs together.\nThis is a fundraiser for His Hands.  The clinic will receive $1\,000 for every 2\,500 pairs collected.  Shoes collected will go to microenterprises across the world.\nThere will be PRIZES for the individual and organization that collect the most shoes!
URL:https://www.gcrcf.org/event/world-record-shoe-collection-june-17-21/2024-06-21/
LOCATION:Westminster Presbyterian Church\, 1285 3rd Ave. SE\, Cedar Rapids\, IA\, 52403\, United States
CATEGORIES:Nonprofit Calendar
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ORGANIZER;CN="His Hands Free Clinic":MAILTO:dawn@hishandsclinic.org
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