Nonprofit Party at the Museum
On Thursday, November 7, 2024, the Community Foundation will host the Nonprofit Party at the Market. The Nonprofit Party is an annual celebration of local nonprofit professionals and the incredible work they do to strengthen our community. This year’s party is being held at African American Museum of Iowa in Cedar Rapids from 4:00 to 6:00 p.m. All nonprofit staff are invited to attend.
The Greater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation honors nonprofit employees (leaders or staff members) or founders of Linn County nonprofit organizations each year with a Spirit of Minnie Rubek recognition at its annual Nonprofit Party event each fall. The recognition goes to a nonprofit professional who has gone “above and beyond” in their commitment and dedication to their organization and its mission, thereby enhancing the overall effectiveness of the organization. They exhibit the spirit of Minnie Rubek in their nonprofit work.
Now Accepting 2024 Minnie Rubek Submissions
About Minnie Rubek
Minnie Rubek was an unsung heroine of our community. She worked as a member of the housekeeping staff at Interstate Power and Light for many years. Upon her passing, she left her estate to the Community Welfare fund—the predecessor of the Community Foundation—in what was a transformative gift for the organization and the greater community. Her work and dedication over many years made a lasting—albeit quiet—impact on the community as a whole.
How to Make a Spirit of Minnie Rubek Submission
The Spirit of Minnie Rubek honoree submissions are due Thursday, October 3, 2024, at 4:30 p.m. in order to be included in the recognition list.
Past Nonprofit Professional Recognitions and Honorees
The Greater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation has been recognizing nonprofit professionals since 2002 through several recognitions and awards for their leadership, commitment and dedication to the mission of their organizations.
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