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.
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...Continue Reading
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...Continue Reading
Most students do not have access to learn and explore first-hand Eastern Iowa industries. Career Inspire offers 9th grade students the opportunity to learn about careers from industry representatives in time to ensure their high school course work aligns with career goals and better prepare themselves for life after high school graduation. For businesses, higher education, and apprenticeship programs, this...Continue Reading
Most students do not have access to learn and explore first-hand Eastern Iowa industries. Career Inspire offers 9th grade students the opportunity to learn about careers from industry representatives in time to ensure their high school course work aligns with career goals and better prepare themselves for life after high school graduation. For businesses, higher education, and apprenticeship programs, this...Continue Reading
Important Event Information: Date: Saturday, January 18, 2025. Location: Doubletree Hotel, 350-1st Street NE, Cedar Rapids – Grand Ballroom . Parking: Parking is available in the ramp attached to the Doubletree Hotel and across the street in the parkade for a fee; some on-street parking is also available. Attire: We recommend guests dress as they would if they were attending a wedding....Continue Reading
Join the Catherine McAuley Center for our third annual fundraiser honoring the contributions refugees and immigrants make to a thriving community! Guests will have the opportunity to connect, reflect, and contribute to our mission that provides opportunities for newcomers to thrive in Eastern Iowa. The event features a keynote speaker and the presentation of the Immigration & Business Awards. Prior...Continue Reading
Join Kids First Law Center on Tuesday, March 11 from 4:00 - 5:00 PM for the 14 Under 14 Awards honoring 14 young leaders under age 14. Cedar Rapids teachers nominated outstanding students who will be celebrated as their inspiring stories are shared with the community. Click here to take a behind-the-scenes footage from this year’s photoshoot. This feel-good event...Continue Reading
Come check out our new space! We have been hard at work transforming the old Arthur School Elementary School building into the NEW Eastern Iowa Arts Academy, and we can't wait to show you the awesomeness! If you are curious about our space, us, or just love the arts, come on by!
Want to learn and try a new recipe while also cooking extra food for the nonprofit Cultivate Hope Corner Store? Join us for Cooking for a Cause, a hands-on cooking class with Chef Craig, where you’ll learn to prepare a delicious Italian dinner while also giving back! $25 cost includes: Instructional Class and take-home recipe card One meal per attendee Your cost also...Continue Reading
Join us on Friday, April 18 for an enchanting evening of literature-inspired tasting tables, a mobile auction, live music, and more. Our event features hand-picked selections of wine and locally crafted beer thoughtfully paired with heavy hors d’oeurves. Throughout the evening, enjoy live entertainment and participate in our mobile auction, offering an array of exclusive packages and experiences. All proceeds...Continue Reading
This exciting event will take place on Thursday, April 24, 2025, from 5:00 to 8:00 PM at the Olympic Southside Theatre in Cedar Rapids. During the event, our corporate partners will engage in a fast-paced stock trading simulation, providing them with a dynamic and interactive experience while supporting Junior Achievement’s mission of inspiring and preparing young people for success. Proceeds...Continue Reading
