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Celebrating Our Nonprofit Community...
 The 2016 Celebration of Community was a wonderful afternoon of celebrating nonprofits and people. While I truly enjoyed every part of the celebration, view my favorite video here. It makes me smile.
If you were unable to attend, find pictures on our Facebook pa
ge. Also, thanks to everyone who participated in the photo booth. It was fun seeing all of the creative photos.
Special thanks to the National Czech & Slovak Museum & Library for the outstanding hospitality.
The Celebration of Community is truly a time to celebrate you! Thank you for all of your outstanding work!
Stay connected,
Carrie Walker, Nonprofit Network Coordinator
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Area nonprofit leaders at the Celebration of Community on November 16.
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Congratulations to our 2016 Nonprofit Award Recipients, pictured with the award presenters Kathy Hall and John Myers:
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Nonprofit Leadership Excellence Award:
Linda Henecke, President & CEO, Big Brothers Big Sisters of Cedar Rapids and East Central Iowa
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Minnie Rubek Staff Excellence Award:
Jean Wiedenheft, Land Stewardship Director, Indian Creek Nature Center
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#GivingTuesday 2016
Thank you for participating in the effort to spread the hashtag #GiveWhereYourHeartIs on #GivingTuesday.
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Reminders & Opportunities!
2016 Nonprofit Recovery Fund Applications Due December 5
The Nonprofit Recovery Fund application is now available. The fund will support 501 (c) (3) nonprofit organizations located in the flood evacuation zone of the September 2016 flood event in Linn County, Iowa. Application instructions, eligibility requirements, and contact information can be found here. You may also visit our website here.
United Way Offers 2016 Holiday Volunteer Guide
The United Way of East Central Iowa produced the Holiday Volunteer Guide to connect volunteers to organizations with the greatest need during the holiday season. Visit here to download the guide and find out more information.
Mount Mercy University Students Offer Marketing Plans
Students at Mount Mercy University are offering a free, written marketing plan to nonprofit organizations. There are two opportunities available in coordination with marketing classes, one in January, and another in mid-February. To be considered, please contact Nancy Garberson, Adjunct Professor, at [email protected], or 319-363-6005.
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, December 6, 12-1 p.m. Executive Directors of Small Nonprofits
Thursday, December 15, 12-1 p.m. CFO/Finance: Learning Opportunity
Tuesday, December 20, 12-1 p.m. Development
Tuesday, December 27, 12-1 p.m. Marketing
Economic Alliance Business Support Programming: Networking IRL (In Real Life!)
Tuesday, December 6, 2016, 8:30-10 a.m.
Cedar Rapids Metro Economic Alliance, 501 First Street SE, Cedar Rapids
Identify strategies, tools, and tips to grow your "In Real Life" network. Develop your elevator speech and overcome the struggles of building an off-line network. Small business owners, salespersons, and anyone looking to grow and nurture professional relationships should consider attending.
Cost: Free
Free Nonprofit Webinar
Get Happy and Healthy: How to Avoid Burnout and Have More Impact Through Your Work
Wednesday, December 7, 2016, 2-3 p.m. CST
Presented by CharityHowTo featuring Beth Kanter and Aliza Sherman
This free nonprofit webinar will present a case for nonprofit professionals to engage in self-care and provide steps to shift organizational culture from one of sacrifice and burnout to one where balance, rest and replenishment are part of a strategy for success.
CFO Peer Group Learning Opportunity [open to all]
CLA Roundtable: Advantages of a Robust Employee Benefits Package
Thursday, December 15, 2016, 12-1 p.m.
Greater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation, 3rd Floor Boardroom, 324 3rd Street SE, Cedar Rapids
Presenter: David Little & Becky Munson, CLA
Discussion includes how to measure, understand, and communicate the value of an employee benefits package.
Session is limited to 20 participants.
Association of Fundraising Professionals
Tuesday, December 13, 2016, 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m.
Hills Bank, North Liberty, 590 W. Forevergreen Rd, North Liberty
Presenters: Jody Ruff Pellerin, Executive Director, Xavier Foundation, & Brenda Haefner, VP for Development & Alumni Relations, Mount Mercy University
Come to learn quick, practical information you can start using immediately to generate more money for your nonprofit.
Cost: Free members, $25 non-members. Includes lunch.
CFO Peer Group Learning Opportunity [open to all]
CLA Roundtable: The CFO/Finance and Board Treasurer Relationship
Thursday, January 19, 2017, 12-1:30 p.m.
Greater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation, Foundation Hall, 324 3rd Street SE, Cedar Rapids
Presenter: David Little, CLA
Overview of the roles of governance and management. Explore the relationship between board and staff leadership. Beneficial for board treasurers and CFO/Finance nonprofit employees to attend, especially if you are able to attend together.
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