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To be a trusted partner in charitable giving, improving the quality of life in our community…forever.
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| Ashley Phelan leading her classroom at North Linn High School. |
| Over 10,000 Students in Linn County Benefit from Matching Gift Through DonorsChoose.org Since 2015, the Community Foundation has partnered with DonorsChoose.org to match donor gifts to help area teachers purchase supplies and equipment. Nearly 95% of teachers in the U.S. spend their own money on their classrooms, including Ashley Phelan in the North Linn Community School District. The Community Foundation grants a total of $25,000 by matching gifts to classroom projects in Linn County public schools. 
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Join Us for Our Next Community Learning Series: Gateways for Growth Join us for the Community Learning Series: Gateways for Growth on October 30, 2019 from 4:30 – 6 p.m., where we’ll learn about and discuss ways to make our community more welcoming to immigrants and refugees. Mayor Brad Hart will offer remarks on Cedar Rapids’ efforts, and Kate Brick of New American Economy will present data about Linn County on the local economic impact of new Americans.
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Nonprofit Party to Celebrate and Recognize Nonprofit Professionals Tim Feldmann, Workforce Specialist at Tanager Place, will receive the Minnie Rubek Staff Excellence Award, and David Janssen, Executive Director of Brucemore, Inc. will receive the Nonprofit Leadership Excellence Award. Both awards will be presented at the first annual Nonprofit Party. This year’s Party will be at the Cedar Rapids Museum of Art on Thursday, November 7, from 4:30 to 6 p.m.
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Les Garner Named Junior Achievement Business Hall of Fame Laureate On September 19, Community Foundation President & CEO Les Garner was inducted into the Junior Achievement Business Hall of Fame. This honor recognizes Les’ impact on our local nonprofit sector, his integrity as a community leader, and his commitment to advancing the quality of life and opportunities in the Corridor.
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| Contact Us 324 3rd Street SE
Cedar Rapids, IA 52401 www.gcrcf.org |
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