Greater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation

Nonprofit Know-How: Library Resources for Nonprofits
2024-08-14 09:30 - 11:30 (America/Chicago) | Cedar Rapids Public Library, Beems Auditorium, 450 Fifth Avenue SE, Cedar Rapids, IA, 52401, United States
Join Reference Librarians Nancy Geiger and Rebecca Vernon with the Cedar Rapids Public Library to hear about the free resources available for nonprofits at the Library, including exclusive access and a demonstration of the grant search engine Foundation Center Online, powerful information databases, and other resources that might be helpful for training and development. We will host small group tours of the building with a stop at the Maker Space, which offers unique access to new and emerging technology such as 3D printing, the Nonprofit Resources section, and information about a variety of meeting spaces available to nonprofits.

All nonprofit professionals are encouraged to attend and learn about the resources available at the library and how to access them.

Free Admission Day to Local Cultural Institutions
2024-08-10 00:00 - 23:59 | Iowa
In honor of its 75th anniversary, the Greater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation is hosting a Free Admission Day for you to enjoy a day exploring a variety of arts and cultural sites throughout Linn County while the Community Foundation pays for your admission! To view participating sites and hours, visit gcrcf.org. We hope you enjoy the day!

75th Anniversary Block Party Celebration
2024-08-07 11:00 - 13:00 | Greater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation, 324 3rd Street SE, Cedar Rapids, IA, 52401, United States
Join us as we celebrate 75 years of strengthening our community through philanthropy! Enjoy a free lunch, a short program at noon, and the unveiling of a new mural on the east side of the Community Foundation’s building! The event will be held in the parking lot behind the Greater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation at the corner of 3rd Street and 4th Avenue SE, downtown Cedar Rapids and is open to the public.

William Quarton Heritage Society Celebration
2024-08-07 09:30 - 11:00 | Cedar Rapids Public Library, Beems Auditorium, 450 Fifth Avenue SE, Cedar Rapids, IA, 52401, United States
Where: Cedar Rapids Public Library, Whipple Auditorium, downtown Cedar Rapids

What: A celebration for William Quarton Heritage Society members who are leaving a legacy through philanthropy. Guests will be invited to attend the Block Party following the program.

Who: William Quarton Heritage Society members.

Party At The Arc Park
2024-08-03 10:00 - 13:00 | The Arc of East Central Iowa, 680 2nd Street SE, Cedar Rapids, IA, 52401, United States
Our rescheduled date for Party at The Arc Park will be Saturday, August 3rd. Mark your Calendars!

The whole community is invited to join us for a Party at The Arc Park, sponsored by Corda Credit Union.

When: Saturday, August 3rd from 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Where: Our Arc inclusive playground and our Arc parking lot (680 2nd St. SE)
Cost: FREE and all are welcome.

Play on our inclusive playground and enjoy games and activities in our parking lot. This event occurs at the same time as the Downtown Farmer’s Market. Go to the market and then come enjoy our new space with our friends from Corda Credit Union.

Fish-O-Rama
2024-08-03 07:00 - 2024-08-04 13:00 | Robbins Lake, Ellis Blvd NW, Cedar Rapids, IA, 52405, United States
Fish-O-Rama takes place at Robbins Lake in Cedar Rapids the first weekend in August. The lake is stocked with tagged catfish to make for a weekend full of prize-winning fishing! Fish-O-Rama is one of our largest fundraisers of the year. All proceeds from the event stay local and help us provide a safe place for 300 kids and teens to grow into productive, caring responsible citizens.

Donor Learning Series - Investment Management at the Community Foundation
2024-07-30 16:00 - 17:00 | Greater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation, 324 3rd Street SE, Cedar Rapids, IA, 52401, United States
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.

Investment Manager, Tim O’Donnell with Fund Evaluation Group will provide an update on the performance of Community Foundation investments. Chris Casey, Board Member and Investment Committee Chair, and Jean Brenneman, CFO, will share our investment philosophy and how we take seriously our role as stewards of your gifts to the community. Appetizers and beverages will be served.

Please note: The Donor Learning Series is by invitation for Community Foundation donors and their families.

Cultivate Hope Mega Market
2024-07-25 16:00 - 19:00, 2024-06-27 16:00 - 19:00, 2024-05-30 16:00 - 19:00 | Cultivate Hope Urban Farm, 437 G Ave. NW, Cedar Rapids, IA, 52404, 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 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!
We hope to see you all there!
This 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.
This year’s dates are:
May 30 – Season Kickoff!
June 27 – Red, White and Blueberries
July 25 – Summer Celebration
August 29 – Flower Power
September 26 – Harvest Festival

Tours and Treats
2024-07-15 17:30 - 18:30, 2024-06-24 17:30 - 18:30, 2024-05-20 17:30 - 18:30 | Iowa
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.

CVHFH 11th Annual Bags For A Build Bags Tournament
2024-07-13 11:00 - 16:00 | Sag Wagon, 827 Shaver Rd NE, Cedar Rapids, IA, 52402, United States
Help make a difference in the lives of families in our community. Join us at Sag Wagon on Saturday, July 13 for our eleventh annual Bags For A Build bags tournament. There will be cash prizes, a live DJ, paddle raffle, and food and drink available for purchase. $30 per team. Check-in begins at 10 AM and the tournament gets underway at 11 AM.

Proceeds go toward safe, decent, and affordable housing in Linn and Benton counties. Please visit BagsForABuild.com to register or become a sponsor.

100K and Counting!
2024-07-03 17:00 - 20:00 | Iowa Humane Alliance, 6540 6th Street SE, Cedar Rapids, IA, 52404, United States
Iowa Humane Alliance will host an open house celebration at their Cedar Rapids clinic on July 3rd to highlight the exceptional milestone of reaching “100,000 Spay/Neuter Surgeries and Counting!” The event will also recognize and honor the dedicated veterinarians who have helped IHA meet this milestone, and those currently contributing to continue to provide Eastern Iowa communities, under-resourced pet owners and rescue/shelter partners with high-quality, low-cost spay/neuter and outreach programs. IHA’s veterinarians and support team will be on hand to meet the public and provide first-person insights into the clinic’s work and on-going mission to serve area communities. There will be a silent auction, music, snacks, drinks and fun activities. All are welcome!

Volta Youth Music and Arts Festival
2024-06-22 13:00 - 18:00 | Jones Memorial Park, 201 Wilson Avenue SW, Cedar Rapids, IA, 52404, United States
Come and join us for a day of arts celebration at Jones Park in Cedar Rapids! The Eastern Iowa Arts Academy is thrilled to partner once again with the Cedar Rapids Freedom Festival, this time kicking off the beloved Balloon Glow event! Get ready for electrifying performances by our Rock Academy Bands, along with local favorites like the Surf Zombies, Evan Stock Band, Markut Fresh, and Ill Omen! Our Youth Academy artists will also be showcasing and selling their art alongside the vibrant Bohemian Betty. Bring a chair, grab your Freedom Festival Button, and enjoy the festivities, complete with the always amazing Cedar Rapids food trucks!

World Record Shoe Collection – June 17 – 21
2024-06-21 10:00 - 17:30, 2024-06-20 10:00 - 17:30, 2024-06-19 10:00 - 17:30, 2024-06-18 10:00 - 17:30, 2024-06-17 10:00 - 17:30 | Westminster Presbyterian Church, 1285 3rd Ave. SE, Cedar Rapids, IA, 52403, United States
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.

Please do not donate shoes with holes, rips or single shoes. Shoes, boots, crocs, sandals and flipflops are acceptable.
We cannot accept Wheelies, ice skates or rollerblades.
If possible, please rubber band pairs together.
This 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.
There will be PRIZES for the individual and organization that collect the most shoes!

Play FORE Parks Golf Fundraiser for CRPF
2024-06-21 09:00 - 14:00 | Ellis Park
Play Fore Parks Fundraiser
June 21, 9:00AM – 2:00PM

Ellis Golf Course

Join 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!
Sponsorships 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.

Learning Cohort: Engaging in the DEI Journey (Spring 2024)
2024-06-12 11:30 - 13:00, 2024-05-08 11:30 - 13:00 | Iowa
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.

Spring 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.

Dogs Forever's Barks n' Bubbles Car Wash Fundraiser
2024-06-02 11:00 - 14:00, 2024-06-02 08:00 - 17:00 | Canine Corner & Cats Too, 1201 8th St NW, Cedar Rapids, IA, 52405, United States
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#/

If you’re not up for volunteering, we’d love your support by swinging by.

Suggested donation of $10.00. Cash, Check, Venmo are preferred, Cards accepted also.

Sunday, June 2nd from 11-2 PM
Located at Canine Corner and Cats too: 1208 1207 8th ST NW, Cedar Rapids, 52405

We’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.

Watch for the yellow and white DOGS FOREVER EVENT/FUNDRAISER signs along the roadways!

Relay For Life of Linn County
2024-06-01 09:00 - 23:30 | Prairie High School, 401 76th Ave SW, Cedar Rapids, IA, 52404, United States
35TH ANNUAL RELAY FOR LIFE CELEBRATION
For 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.
Join us for the 2024 Linn County Relay For Life Prairie High School – 401 76th Ave SW
June 1st from 9 am -11:30 am
First Lap | Survivor Celebration Team Recognition | Silent Auction
Linn 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!

Create your team today!! relayforlife.org/linncountyia

Why we Relay

In 2024, there will be an estimated 1,425 NEW cancer cases in Linn County and 410 deaths.
Over $2 Million invested in IOWA cancer research.
We work to ensure everyone benefits from advances in research, prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of cancer.
The funds raised through Relay For Life help beat cancer and allow people to live life and celebrate more birthdays.

Trees Forever Legacy Society Memorial Tree Planting & Reception
2024-05-16 16:00 - 18:00 | Prairie Oak Lodge at Wanatee Park, 4201 Big Bluestem Dr, Marion, IA, 52302, United States
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.

You 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.

GROW Grand Re-Opening & Plant Sale
2024-05-11 10:00 - 16:00 | Kazimour Farm & Orchard, 2630 Otis Rd SE, Cedar Rapids, IA, 52403, United States
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.

Happy Hour for Kids First
2024-05-09 16:30 - 18:30 | The Olympic South Side Theater, 1202 3rd St SE #200, Cedar Rapids, IA, 52401, United States
Mark your calendar!
Join 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.

All 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.
