I can't wait to see everyone at the Nonprofit Party at the Lodge on Thursday, September 8, to celebrate the good work of nonprofits in our community. You help create a community where I'm proud to work, experience life, and be entertained. Thank you! Find more information and RSVP for the party here.
Stay connected,
Carrie Walker, Nonprofit Network Manager
319-360-3950 (mobile)
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RSVP TODAY!
Thursday, September 8, 2022
4:30 to 6 p.m.
Prairie Oak Lodge at Wanatee Park
4201 Big Bluestem Drive
Marion, Iowa
Join us for this free event for networking and celebrating your nonprofit peers.
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Greater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation President & CEO Les Garner Announces Upcoming Retirement
Last week the Greater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation announced that Dr. Les Garner, Jr, President & CEO is retiring in 2023. We are grateful for the leadership Les has provided over the last 12 years which has increased the scope, visibility, and impact of the Community Foundation. This announcement will start a leadership transition process that will conclude no later than June 2023. The Board of Directors will oversee the search process for the next President & CEO. Please see the announcement here for more information.
Community Foundation Seeks Donor Relations Associate
The Greater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation is accepting applications for the position of Donor Relations Associate. Find more about the job description, salary range, and full job description here. Application deadline is Friday, September 16, 2022.
Gazette Gives Back 2023 Application Now Available
The Gazette Gives Back provides free advertising credits to select Eastern Iowa nonprofits throughout the calendar year. Nonprofits can apply to participate in the program at this link. If selected, subscriber and non-subscriber voting helps determine how many credits a nonprofit will receive. Deadline for nonprofits to apply is September 15. Find all the information here.
Welcoming Week 2022 Begins September 9
Welcoming Week is a nationwide initiative that encourages local support and efforts to engage new Americans and create inclusive and welcoming communities. Watch for upcoming events in Cedar Rapids area from September 9 to 18, 2022. Find more information here.
Update to Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
The Larned A. Waterman Iowa Nonprofit Resource Center recently released an informative piece about changes in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program. In October 2021, the Department of Education announced temporary updates to the PSLF Program that qualified millions of additional public service workers for loan forgiveness. Until October 31, 2022, past payments and loan types that were previously ineligible for forgiveness may become eligible if the borrower completes the steps necessary to make their loans qualify. Act fast as the process can take time and click here for all the information.
University of Iowa Class Seeks Nonprofit Partner for Fall Semester Projects
A nonprofit management class at the University of Iowa this fall seeks Iowa nonprofit organization partners for projects this semester. All engagement with students will occur online via Zoom. Student teams will work with a nonprofit organization to address an idea, question, opportunity, or challenge facing the organization. The project scope should be more than a case study but less than expected in an internship. Past projects have involved examining ways to expand an organization's business model and conducting a marketing/social media audits. For more information or to submit a project, contact Regenia Bailey at regenia-bailey@uiowa.edu.
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PEER GROUPS
If you are not on the email list and would like to be added, or are not receiving emails, please contact Carrie Walker at carrie.walker@gcrcf.org.
All groups are held in-person. Please RSVP by the deadline so we can order your lunch. Lunch is provided at no cost. All meetings are held at the Community Foundation office at 324 3rd Street SE, Cedar Rapids, on the first floor.
Executive Director/CEO
Tuesday, September 6, 12 p.m.
Managers Peer Group
Wednesday, September 14, 12 p.m.
CFO/Finance Peer Group
Thursday, September 15, 12 p.m.
Development Peer Group
Tuesday, September 20, 12 p.m.
Marketing Peer Group
Thursday, September 29, 12 p.m. (please note date change due to our staff retreat)
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FUNDRAISING
Tuesday, September 13, 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m.
Hills Bank, 590 W. Forevergreen Rd, North Liberty
Cost: Members free; $25 non-members
PLANNED GIVING
Wednesday, September 28, 11:30 a.m.- 1 p.m. Kirkwood Community College Main Campus, Horticulture Building, Room 141
Cost: Members free; $25 non-members
CONFERENCE
Thursday, October 13-Friday, October 14
Cost: Free
FUNDRAISING
Tuesday, November 15, 2022
9 a.m. registration
9:30 a.m. Educational Session
12 p.m. National Philanthropy Awards Luncheon
Cost: Early bird pricing through October 7
Educational session: members $35/non members $45
Awards luncheon: members $30/non members $45
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324 3rd St SE, Cedar Rapids, IA 52401
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