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SUMMARY:2026 Investment Update
DESCRIPTION:Donors and professional advisors are invited to learn more from our investment consultant about the Community Foundation’s investment philosophy and performance.RSVPs are appreciated. Guests are welcome!To RSVP\, contact Rachel Schneider at rachel.schneider@gcrcf.org or 319.200.4229. \n\n\n\n\nInvestment Management at the Community Foundation
URL:https://www.gcrcf.org/event/2026-investment-update/
LOCATION:Greater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation\, 324 3rd Street SE\, Cedar Rapids\, IA\, 52401\, United States
CATEGORIES:Learning & Events
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SUMMARY:Recruitment Reimagined: Right-Sizing Roles & Targeting Volunteers
DESCRIPTION:Lunch and Networking at 11:30 a.m. \n\n\n\nProgram from 12-1 p.m. \n\n\n\nNote: This workshop is open to all is held in place of Volunteer Engagement Peer Group in June. Thanks to presenter Kayla Paulson for offering this learning opportunity to our nonprofit community! \n\n\n\nIn an era of shrinking formal volunteerism\, traditional recruitment models don’t cut it. Research shows that volunteering among U.S. adults dropped to 23.2% in 2021; the lowest level in two decades!  \n\n\n\nThough rates are improving\, the hours served per volunteer continue to decline. This session will explore how to repackage your roles and recruitment methods for today’s landscape: shorter-term\, skills-based\, hybrid (virtual and in-person) roles where we expect episodic participation and aligning outreach with the motivations of today’s people. We’ll dive into how to assess and redesign roles to lower barriers (time\, location\, skill); and pathways to converting one-time participants into engaged contributors. Attendees will leave with tactical tools\, assessment questions\, and a sketched-out recruitment strategy for a role. Together\, we will explore how to right-size roles and begin to focus more targeted recruitment for the volunteers that will best help us deliver our mission! \n\n\n\nBy the end of the session\, participants will: \n\n\n\n\nGet a snapshot of the current volunteer landscape\n\n\n\nBe able to right-size a volunteer role\n\n\n\nIdentify likely or “right” volunteers\n\n\n\nStart to convert one-time participants into engaged contributors\n\n\n\nHave a rough\, but practical recruitment plan for a role\n\n\n\n\nRegistration is required and lunch is included. Seats are limited.   \n\n\n\n\nRegister Here
URL:https://www.gcrcf.org/event/recruitment-reimagined-right-sizing-roles-targeting-volunteers/
LOCATION:Greater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation\, 324 3rd Street SE\, Cedar Rapids\, IA\, 52401\, United States
CATEGORIES:Learning & Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251009T113000
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SUMMARY:Discover Your Voice: a Toastmasters KICKOFF Meeting
DESCRIPTION: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 more at Discover Your Voice: A Toastmasters Kickoff Meeting on Thursday\, October 9\, 2025\, from 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. A pizza and salad lunch will be provided for the kickoff meeting at 11:30 a.m.\, with introductions beginning at noon. There will be time for questions and discussion. \n\n\n\n\nRSVP Here\n\n\n\n\nAbout the Nonprofit Toastmasters Group\n\n\n\nThe new Toastmasters group will meet at the Greater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation on the 1st and 3rd Thursdays of the month from 12 to 1 p.m. Dr. Nate Klein\, Vice President of Education at Junior Achievement of Eastern Iowa (and experienced Toastmaster) will lead the introductory period for the new group. The cost to join Toastmasters is a $20 one-time new member fee plus $60 for a six-month membership. The Nonprofit Network of the Greater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation is sponsoring the $125 new chapter fee for the group. Hurry\, there are only 25 openings for this group. Please note that membership in this group requires that you are an employee of a Linn County nonprofit organization interested in developing as a leader and practicing your speaking skills. Each organization is welcome to invite up to two employees to participate. \n\n\n\nTo secure your spot\, please fill out the RSVP here for the Kickoff Meeting on September 18. \n\n\n\nFind more information about Toastmasters International here. Learn about membership benefits here.
URL:https://www.gcrcf.org/event/discover-your-voice-a-toastmasters-kickoff-meeting/
LOCATION:Greater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation\, 324 3rd Street SE\, Cedar Rapids\, IA\, 52401\, United States
CATEGORIES:Learning & Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251008T113000
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SUMMARY:Learning Cohort for Small and Grassroots Nonprofits
DESCRIPTION: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. \n\n\n\nThis Learning Cohort is a small group setting facilitated by Community Foundation staff to encourage learning and connection. Up to two representatives per organization are invited to participate. Small and grassroots nonprofit organizations have unique learning experiences and challenges\, and this Cohort is designed to offer both essential information and nonprofit connections critical to building a sustainable nonprofit organization.  \n\n\n\nCohort Schedule: \n\n\n\nWednesday\, September 10\, 2025\, 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m.\, Session One: Nonprofit Essentials \n\n\n\nWednesday\, October 8\, 2025\, 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m.\, Session Two: Building the Nonprofit \n\n\n\nWednesday\, November 12\, 2025\, 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m.\, Session Three: Nonprofit Tools & Resources \n\n\n\n\nRegister Here
URL:https://www.gcrcf.org/event/learning-cohort-for-small-and-grassroots-nonprofits-2/
LOCATION:Greater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation\, 324 3rd Street SE\, Cedar Rapids\, IA\, 52401\, United States
CATEGORIES:Learning & Events
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SUMMARY:Learning Cohort for Small and Grassroots Nonprofits
DESCRIPTION: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. \n\n\n\nThis Learning Cohort is a small group setting facilitated by Community Foundation staff to encourage learning and connection. Up to two representatives per organization are invited to participate. Small and grassroots nonprofit organizations have unique learning experiences and challenges\, and this Cohort is designed to offer both essential information and nonprofit connections critical to building a sustainable nonprofit organization.  \n\n\n\n\nRegister Here\n\n\n\n\nCohort Schedule: \n\n\n\nWednesday\, September 10\, 2025\, 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m.\, Session One: Nonprofit Essentials \n\n\n\nWednesday\, October 8\, 2025\, 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m.\, Session Two: Building the Nonprofit \n\n\n\nWednesday\, November 12\, 2025\, 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m.\, Session Three: Nonprofit Tools & Resources \n\n\n\n  \n 
URL:https://www.gcrcf.org/event/learning-cohort-for-small-and-grassroots-nonprofits/
LOCATION:Greater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation\, 324 3rd Street SE\, Cedar Rapids\, IA\, 52401\, United States
CATEGORIES:Learning & Events
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SUMMARY:Nonprofit Appreciation Day
DESCRIPTION: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. \n\n\n\nLEARNING POSTERS\n\n\n\nGot a big idea but not sure where to start? Start by seeing how your peers have taken on big opportunities or daunting projects. Through six learning posters\, you’ll get to see what your fellow nonprofit professionals are up to–you may walk away with valuable insights! \n\n\n\n\nBrucemore – Creating Space for Connection: Brucemore’s Investment in Community\n\n\n\nConnectCR – Awakening Connections: The Campaign to ConnectCR\n\n\n\nKids First Law Center – Uplifting Kids Through Mission-Related Awards Event\n\n\n\nLinn Area Partners Active In Disaster – Solving Post-Derecho Housing Challenges with PATCH\n\n\n\nLinn County Trail Association – Serving Trail Users with Website Refresh\n\n\n\nWaypoint – Enhancing Coordinated Entry Program Through Workforce Investment\n\n\n\n\nPrizes\n\n\n\nTo show how much we appreciate everything you do for our community\, we’ll be doling out some prizes! All you have to do is show up for a chance to win! \n\n\n\n\nTwo\, $500 awards for a 501(c)(3) Linn County nonprofit organization of your choice\n\n\n\nFive\, $20 gift cards to shop and dine local\n\n\n\n\nWHO\n\n\n\nNonprofit Professionals \n\n\n\nWHAT\n\n\n\nNonprofit Appreciation Day \n\n\n\nWHEN\n\n\n\nThursday\, August 14\, 2025\, 3 – 5 p.m. \n\n\n\nWHERE\n\n\n\nGreater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation\, Foundation Hall \n\n\n\n324 3rd St SE\, downtown Cedar Rapids \n\n\n\nWHY\n\n\n\nTo celebrate you and the incredible work you do for our community! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRSVP for Nonprofit Appreciation Day\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease note: The Nonprofit Party\, along with the Spirit of Minnie Rubek recognition program\, has been retired. We look forward to celebrating you and telling your stories in new ways.
URL:https://www.gcrcf.org/event/nonprofit-appreciation-day/
LOCATION:Greater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation\, 324 3rd Street SE\, Cedar Rapids\, IA\, 52401\, United States
CATEGORIES:Learning & Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250729T033000
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SUMMARY:2025 Investment Update
DESCRIPTION: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. \nRSVPs are appreciated. Guests are welcome! To RSVP\, contact Claire English at claire.english@gcrcf.org or 319.200.4229.
URL:https://www.gcrcf.org/event/2025-investment-update/
LOCATION:Greater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation\, 324 3rd Street SE\, Cedar Rapids\, IA\, 52401\, United States
CATEGORIES:Learning & Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240807T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240807T130000
DTSTAMP:20240606T164145Z
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SUMMARY:75th Anniversary Block Party Celebration
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://www.gcrcf.org/event/block-party-celebration/
LOCATION:Greater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation\, 324 3rd Street SE\, Cedar Rapids\, IA\, 52401\, United States
CATEGORIES:Learning & Events,Nonprofit Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240730T160000
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SUMMARY:Donor Learning Series - Investment Management at the Community Foundation
DESCRIPTION: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. \n\n\n\nInvestment 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. \n\n\n\nPlease note: The Donor Learning Series is by invitation for Community Foundation donors and their families.
URL:https://www.gcrcf.org/event/donor-learning-series-investment-management-at-the-community-foundation/
LOCATION:Greater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation\, 324 3rd Street SE\, Cedar Rapids\, IA\, 52401\, United States
CATEGORIES:Learning & Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240418T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240418T103000
DTSTAMP:20240322T165306Z
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SUMMARY:Donor Learning Series - Shaping Our Community: Stories of Local Philanthropists
DESCRIPTION: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. \n\n\n\nA panel of local philanthropists will share their personal stories of charitable giving; how they’ve incorporated planned giving to leave a legacy and support the communities and organizations they care about; and how they’ve partnered with the Community Foundation. Donor panelists include Debbie and Greg Neumeyer\, Mike Stallman\, and Kristen and Kyle Wilcox. Coffee and pastries will be served. \n\n\n\nPlease note: The Donor Learning Series is by invitation for Community Foundation donors and their families.
URL:https://www.gcrcf.org/event/donor-learning-series-shaping-our-community-stories-of-local-philanthropists/
LOCATION:Greater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation\, 324 3rd Street SE\, Cedar Rapids\, IA\, 52401\, United States
CATEGORIES:Learning & Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230830T090000
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SUMMARY:Nonprofit Know-How: Equity in Action
DESCRIPTION: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: \nJessica Altfillisch\, Harmony School of Music \nTheresa Lewis\, The Arc of East Central Iowa \nAlphonce O’Bannon\, Leaders Believers Achievers (LBA) Foundation \nMelissa Walker\, Big Brothers Big Sisters \nRegister here: http://events.constantcontact.com/register/event?llr=efkx8zdab&oeidk=a07ejx3tn7e9c171361
URL:https://www.gcrcf.org/event/nonprofit-know-how-equity-in-action/
LOCATION:Greater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation\, 324 3rd Street SE\, Cedar Rapids\, IA\, 52401\, United States
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