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Reading Into Success
Did you know that summer learning is
a key factor in the educational
success of children? The Community Foundation is participating in a community wide initiative called Reading Into Success, in its second year (or 2nd chapter if you prefer). Find out the latest and get involved in Reading Into Success
here
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Stay connected (and happy summer!),
Carrie Walker, Nonprofit Network Coordinator
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Network Spotlight: 2015 Annual Report 
Thank you to these peer group members for participating in a group photo for our 2015 Annual Report. In 2015 we held 37 peer groups with an overall attendance of 541 from over 170 participants. For more of the Nonprofit Network's 2015 annual report, visit here. To view the entire report, visit here.
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Reminders & Opportunities!
Summer Grant Applications Due June 15
The Greater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation announces the summer grant cycle for local charitable nonprofits. Applications will be accepted through Wednesday, June 15, 2016, and grants will be awarded to organizations that enhance the quality of life in Linn County. For more information, click
here.
Veridian Credit Union Fund Grant Applications Due July 15
The 2016 Veridian Credit Union Fund, in support of Veridian's Financial Literacy and Inclusive Community programs, is now accepting applications. Grants up to $5,000 will be awarded in the areas of Financial Literacy and Inclusive Community. To find out more information about guidelines and application process, please visit the website for the Community Foundation of Northeast Iowa
here.
Apply Today for Geonetric's Operation Overnight
Does your organization have no website, a website that needs some love, and/or need help with digital marketing? Apply for Operation Overnight. Geonetric gives back to Linn County nonprofits through Operation Overnight, a 24-hour event to strategize, code, design, and write websites that help organizations fulfill their missions. Find more information, eligibility requirements, and application information here. Application deadline is July 15, 2016.
Visit the Nonprofit Network page at
www.gcrcf.org for our online calendar.
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Ready...set...learn
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Upcoming Peer Groups
Please contact
Carrie Walker if you are
interested in finding out more about
peer groups. These monthly or bi-
monthly lunch meetings provide a great
opportunity to discuss current issues, discover new ideas, and create peer connections.
Lunch is provided; please RSVP. 
Tuesday, June 7, 12-1 p.m. Executive Directors; RSVP here.
Tuesday, June 21, 12-1 p.m. Development; RSVP here.
Tuesday, June 28, 12-1 p.m. Marketing **Learning Opportunity: Crisis Communications Roundtable** See description below; RSVP here.
Thursday, August 18, 12-1 p.m. CFO (No peer group in June/July)
No peer groups in July.
Tuesday, June 14, 2016, 8:30 a.m.-4:15 p.m.
Mt. Mercy Graduate Center, 1599 Wenig Rd NE, Cedar Rapids
Anyone who works or volunteers at a nonprofit organization is welcome to attend this high quality training at an affordable price. Session topics include: Super Hero Influence, Mission: Mindfulness, and more.
Cost: $30, includes sessions, continental breakfast, lunch, and an afternoon snack.
More information and registration
here.
I'm A Board Member (Volunteer), Now What?
Thursday, June 9, 2016, 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
Johnson County Extension Office, 3109 Old Highway 218 South, Iowa City
Presented by: Don Broshar, Private Consultant, Retired ISU Extension & Outreach
The nonprofit sector depends heavily upon volunteers to serve in roles as board members and/or assisting staff with programming and delivering services. This workshop will explore what it means to be an effective board member and/or volunteer. It will also explore how to provide the continual support needed to develop strong volunteers and board members; using strategies that will address such topics as conflict management, basic roles and responsibilities, and conducting effective meetings.
Course fee: $70, CEU fee: $25, CEUs: 0.6
Registration information
here.
Association of Fundraising Professionals
Tuesday, June 14, 2016, 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.
Hills Bank & Trust, 590 W Forevergreen Road, North Liberty
Topic: Estate Planning and Charitable Giving
Presented by Gordon Fisher
Members free; $25 future members. Lunch is provided.
Leaders In Volunteerism
Tuesday, June 14, 2016, 12-1:30 p.m.
Hy-Vee, 3235 Oakland Road NE, Cedar Rapids
LIV conference Re-Cap & Year End Review
For more information on LIV membership or registration, please contact President Jessica Link at 319-739-0403 or
[email protected]
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ImpactCR All aBoard
Tuesday, June 14, 4:30-6:30 p.m.
Economic Alliance, 501 First Street SE, Cedar Rapids
Join ImpactCR and Brad Hart of Bradley & Riley PC, for this All aBoard event designed to engage young professionals with nonprofit boards. Attendees will discover ways to be a part of strengthening the community through nonprofit leadership and service at All aBoard.
Cost: Free
Financial Management and Oversight for Nonprofit Organizations
Thursday, June 23, 2016, 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
Johnson County Extension Office, 3109 Old Highway 218 South, Iowa City
Presented by: Stan Miller, Stan Miller Consulting Services
This course is designed to help nonprofit management leaders manage financial, legal, and compliance risk through improved financial management and oversight. Excellence in financial management requires well designed financial statements that inform management and boards of directors, help them monitor risks and prepare budgets. Well-designed financial statements should also generate data used for audits, regulatory purposes, Form 990, and for grant and contract reporting. The course will provide the criteria for when an organization should consider an annual audit, and cover basic accounting methods used by nonprofits.
Course fee: $70, CEU fee: $25, CEUs: 0.6
Registration information
here.
Marketing Peer Group Learning Opportunity: Crisis Communications Roundtable
Tuesday, June 28, 2016, 12-1 p.m.
Greater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation, 324 3rd St SE, Cedar Rapids
Facilitated by: Michele Brock, MBA, CFRE, Senior Fundraising and Marketing Advisory at Amperage
Examine written crisis plans and real crisis examples, and discuss best practices when dealing with crisis.
There is no cost to attend peer group. Please RSVP
here.
Lunch is provided for those who RSVP.
CliftonLarsonAllen's 4th Annual Iowa Nonprofit Conference
*New Date: Wednesday, August 3, 8 a.m.-4 p.m.
The Hotel at Kirkwood Center, 7725 Kirkwood Blvd SW, Cedar Rapids
Cost: $50 before July 20 (includes learning materials and lunch); $75 after July 20. Deadline to register is July 27, 2016.
Estate and Charitable Giving Webinar: The Annual Estate Planning Checkup
Wednesday, September 21, 2016
Hosted by The Salvation Army at the
Greater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation, Foundation Hall, 324 3rd St SE, Cedar Rapids
Save the Date! More information to come.
2nd Annual Southeast Iowa Nonprofit Summit
Thursday, September 29, 2016
Bridge View Center, Ottumwa, Iowa
Save the Date! Please make plans to join us for this day-long event featuring presentations that will cover top trends, learning opportunities, and challenges facing our sector. The event is free and more details will be available in the coming months.
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