May 2023

Resilience in the workplace

I attended the Resilience & Wellness Summit on May 1st which was an impactful way to kick off Mental Health Awareness Month. There are several fantastic learning opportunities coming in the next few months. Do something fulfilling, learn something new, or simply take a break. You are important.

Stay connected,

Carrie Walker, Director of Learning

carrie.walker@gcrcf.org

319-360-3950 (mobile)

Nonprofit Know-How: Authentic Leadership to Improve Employee Wellbeing


Wednesday, May 10, 2023

8:30 to 10 a.m.


Led by Emily Blomme, CEO at

Foundation 2 Crisis Services

REGISTER HERE

Greater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation Names Karla Twedt-Ball President & CEO

The Board of the Greater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation has named Karla Twedt-Ball as President & CEO effective June 1, 2023. Karla brings a wealth of experience and expertise to the role, having served in a variety of leadership roles at the Community Foundation over the last 16 years.

Karla will be succeeding Dr. Les Garner who announced his retirement in August 2022. Les has served as President & CEO since 2010 and will remain in his position until early June.

Read more here.

News for Nonprofits

Inclusive ICR Offers Free DEI Assessment

Inclusive ICR, a local coalition with a mission to grow diversity and inclusion in the workforce throughout the region, has launched a free Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) assessment. The assessment, known as the DEI Index, is a free, confidential evaluation of a company/nonprofit's position through the lens of five DEI pillars. After completion of the assessment, each organization will receive a custom summary identifying the current position and opportunities for growth. The free assessment is available through May 12, 2023. Complete the DEI Index here.


June 14th Workshop to Focus on Inclusive Marketing

In partnership with The Arc of East Central Iowa through grant support from The Arc of the US, Top RANK will lead the Inclusive Advertising & Marketing Event on Wednesday, June 14, from 8:30 to 10:00 a.m. at the Greater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation. The special event will focus on inclusive representation in advertising, marketing, and communications. The event is free, but registration is required and seats are limited. Find out more information on the event flyer here.


ATD's 2023 Nonprofit Training Day on June 22

The Hawkeye Chapter of the Association for Talent Development will host the 2023 Nonprofit Training Day "Unlocking Nonprofit Talent" on Thursday, June 22, from 8 a.m. to 4:15 p.m. at Mt. Mercy University's CRST International Graduate Center in Cedar Rapids. The cost is $40 which includes sessions, materials, lunch, snacks, and beverages. Register and more information here.


Iowa Nonprofit Alliance Hosting Launch Events Across Iowa

The Iowa Nonprofit Alliance (INA) is hosting launch events across the state this year to celebrate the formation of the INA. The Iowa City launch will be held on Wednesday, May 17, from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. at the Stanley Museum of Art in Iowa City. Registration is required. Find more information about INA and the launch events here.

Training Opportunities

PEER GROUPS

Nonprofit Network 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 register 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.


Managers Peer Group

Nonprofit Know-How on May 10 in lieu of peer group this month.

Register here for Nonprofit Know-How.


Development Peer Group

Tuesday, May 16, 12 p.m.

Register here.


Volunteer Engagement Peer Group

Wednesday, May 17, 2023, 12 p.m.

Register here.


CFO/Finance Peer Group

Thursday, May 18, 12 p.m.

Register here.


Marketing Peer Group

Tuesday, May 23, 12 p.m.

Register here.


Executive Director/CEO

Tuesday, June 6, 12 p.m.

FUNDRAISING

AFP Eastern Iowa presents Federal & State Tax Update

Tuesday, May 9, 2023, 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Hills Bank & Trust, 3905 Blairs Ferry Rd NE, Cedar Rapids or Zoom

Presenter: Kyle Wilcox, Simmons Perrine Moyer Bergman PLC

Cost: Members free; Non-members $25.

Register here.


 LEADERSHIP

Nonprofit Know-How: Authentic Leadership to Improve Employee Wellbeing

Wednesday, May 10, 2023, 8:30 to 10 a.m.

Greater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation, 324 3rd Street SE, Cedar Rapids

Presenter: Emily Blomme, CEO at Foundation 2 Crisis Services

Cost: Free

Register here.


DEI

Inclusive Advertising & Marketing Event

Wednesday, June 14, 2023, 8:30 to 10 a.m.

Greater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation, 324 3rd Street SE, Cedar Rapids

Presenter: Top RANK

In partnership with The Arc of East Central Iowa through a grant from The Arc of the US

Cost: Free

Register here.


NONPROFIT

Hawkeye ATD presents Nonprofit Training Day

Thursday, June 22, 2023, 8 a.m. to 4:15 p.m.

CRST International Graduate Center, Mt. Mercy University, Cedar Rapids

Cost: $40

More information and register here.

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