Twelve teams will learn how to curl and will compete the same day in the first ever Curl Jam, organized and sponsored by the Cedar Rapids Curling Club! Curling is a sport for everyone…– It’s unique!– It’s inclusive!– It’s social!– It’s fun!– And… Funds raised will support The Arc of East Central Iowa! Registration Is Open! 12 Teams will Participate...Continue Reading
Car Show with unique trophies, music by Funk Daddies, and pizza by the slice. Join us at the Town and Country Shopping Center to check out some incredible cars, enjoy pizza, and support Kingdom Community Center's efforts to provide youth in Cedar Rapids with safe, reliable, and empowering mentorships. Cars may also be registered day of or in advance at...Continue Reading
Willis Dady's 12th annual 5k/10k race, The Dady Dash, is taking place on October 5th, 2024 at the Prairie Park Fishery! Thank you for joining us for this fund-and-awareness raising event to benefit our agency's mission. $30 Registration for the 5k walk, 5k run, or 10k run gets you a timed spot in the race! Included with your registration are:...Continue Reading
Fall Harvest at the Kazimour Apple Orchard! For Sale: Apples, Pumpkins, Fall-Themed Beverages & Dessert Fun Activities: Guided Tours, Picnic in the Orchard, Cider Station For the Kids: Pumpkin Carving, Apple Painting, Gnome Hunt
Staff, board members, and volunteers of small and grassroots nonprofit organizations serving Linn County are invited to participate in a new three-session learning cohort in fall of 2024. Content is intended for a small nonprofit that employs five or fewer people or is volunteer-driven without paid staff. You’re welcome to attend if you think you can benefit from the learning and network...Continue Reading
Kingdom Community Center is hosting an event to celebrate the achievements over the last five years since officially opening our doors and to look ahead to what we hope to do in the future. Please join us to her Mark Moyer speak, listen to some of our youth share what they enjoy about Kingdom and learn about the many services...Continue Reading
Colonial Lanes in Iowa City is hosting a bowling tournament to benefit Iowa Humane Alliance. You can be part of this effort to “strike out pet overpopulation” by bowling as a team member or simply stopping by to participate in the raffles for prizes.
We're excited to announce that His Hands Free Clinic will receive all proceeds (after supply costs) from Theisen's NE (1800 51st St NE, Cedar Rapids, IA 52402) Hot Dog Day on Saturday, October 12th, from 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM. Stop by, enjoy a delicious meal, and support a great cause! We'll be serving hot dogs, pop, homemade baked goods,...Continue Reading
Be inspired by UnCharitable-The Movie, a timely and crucial documentary that 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. Local panel discussion will follow the movie. Sponsored by the Greater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation and United Way of East...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
The Greater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation will serve as a host site for the 2024 Volunteer Management Conference sponsored by Volunteer Management Professionals of Canada, AL!VE (Association of Leaders in Volunteer Engagement), and Better Impact. Creating Influence in Your Organization: Thinking Beyond a Seat at the Table’ will focus on equipping leaders of volunteers with skills to advocate, educate and...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
