Events

  • Discover Your Voice: a Toastmasters KICKOFF Meeting

    Greater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation 324 3rd Street SE, Cedar Rapids, IA, United States

    The Nonprofit Network and Junior Achievement of Eastern Iowa have partnered to bring a unique professional development opportunity to our nonprofit community through Toastmasters International. If you are a nonprofit professional seeking to develop as a leader and practice your speaking skills, Toastmasters might be a good fit for you. It’s affordable professional development and a great networking tool! Learn...Continue Reading

    $80
  • Learning Cohort for Small and Grassroots Nonprofits

    Greater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation 324 3rd Street SE, Cedar Rapids, IA, United States

    The Learning Cohort for Small and Grassroots Nonprofits is held annually during the fall. The content is intended for a small nonprofit that employs five or fewer people or is volunteer-driven without paid staff. There is no cost to participate and lunch is included. Registration is required here. This Learning Cohort is a small group setting facilitated by Community Foundation...Continue Reading

  • Learning Cohort for Small and Grassroots Nonprofits

    Greater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation 324 3rd Street SE, Cedar Rapids, IA, United States

    The Learning Cohort for Small and Grassroots Nonprofits is held annually during the fall. The content is intended for a small nonprofit that employs five or fewer people or is volunteer-driven without paid staff. There is no cost to participate and lunch is included. Registration is required. This Learning Cohort is a small group setting facilitated by Community Foundation staff...Continue Reading

  • Nonprofit Appreciation Day

    Greater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation 324 3rd Street SE, Cedar Rapids, IA, United States

    The Greater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation is hosting a Nonprofit Appreciation Day celebration for Linn County nonprofit professionals and grassroots nonprofit leaders. Please join us for connection, learning, and fun on Thursday, August 14, 2025, from 3 - 5 p.m. at the Greater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation, 324 3rd Street SE in downtown Cedar Rapids. LEARNING POSTERS Got a big...Continue Reading

  • 2025 Investment Update

    Greater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation 324 3rd Street SE, Cedar Rapids, IA, United States

    Join the Greater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation for an informative session on our investment strategy and performance. Tim O'Donnell, Investment Consultant with Fund Evaluation Group will lead the presentation. This is a special event designed for donors, fund holders, and professional advisors to gain insight into the Community Foundation’s investment philosophy and how market volatility impacts our funds. RSVPs are...Continue Reading

  • 75th Anniversary Block Party Celebration

    Greater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation 324 3rd Street SE, Cedar Rapids, IA, 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...Continue Reading

    Free
  • Donor Learning Series – Investment Management at the Community Foundation

    Greater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation 324 3rd Street SE, Cedar Rapids, IA, 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....Continue Reading

  • Donor Learning Series – Shaping Our Community: Stories of Local Philanthropists

    Greater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation 324 3rd Street SE, Cedar Rapids, IA, 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....Continue Reading

  • Nonprofit Know-How: Equity in Action

    Greater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation 324 3rd Street SE, Cedar Rapids, IA, United States

    A panel of local nonprofit leaders will share information about their organization’s equity goals and practices. This learning event is offered by the Community Foundation to support the equity efforts of nonprofits. The following leaders will share ideas and practices they have adopted to enhance equity: Jessica Altfillisch, Harmony School of Music Theresa Lewis, The Arc of East Central Iowa...Continue Reading

    Free