Meet the staff and learn how the Community Foundation can support your nonprofit in 2026. Community Foundation staff will share 2026 funding opportunities, new and existing marketing resources, nonprofit funds and endowment building, and new learning opportunities. Following the formal presentations, staff will be available for individual conversations and questions. Attendance is free, but registration is required. Information shared will be available...Continue Reading

There are a lot of misconceptions about nonprofits, and sometimes we unknowingly reinforce these false narratives. Join us to discuss common nonprofit myths and explore universal language to describe our sector’s strengths, service, and professionalism. Taking cues from the film UnCharitable, discover a new and refreshed nonprofit narrative that supports the best way to create change. Then, utilize reflection time...Continue Reading

Join us for the next Nonprofit Know-How: UnCharitable Movie for Nonprofits and Board Members on Wednesday, March 12, from 9:30 - 11:30 a.m. This timely and crucial documentary uncovers the realities of philanthropy and introduces a radical new way of giving. The film explores the idea of freeing charities from outdated constraints to truly change the world. Donors, nonprofit professionals, and...Continue Reading

Join the Community Foundation grants staff to learn about upcoming grant opportunities, application process updates, and helpful tools for grant seekers.

Presenter: Dr. Laura Lacasa Yost, Instructional Designer | Academic Innovation, Strategy, & Design Department, Kirkwood Community College It’s the hottest topic of the year and we’re ready to confront it: Artificial Intelligence! Dr. Laura Lacasa Yost will share about her work with Artificial Intelligence and its effects on our workplace. The Nonprofit Know-How session will explore the impacts of AI...Continue Reading

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...Continue Reading

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.