March 2023

Learning Cohort Offered Three Sessions to Engage in the DEI Journey

From December 2022 through February 2023, the Nonprofit Network offered a new three-month Learning Cohort for nearly 30 nonprofit executive directors and CEOs in partnership with Top RANK, a Cedar Rapids-based diversity facilitation, consulting, and talent acquisition firm. The three-part series, facilitated by Gina Weekley of Weekley Connection Consulting, offered nonprofit leaders tools and concepts to help guide the implementation of equitable practices and policies in Linn County nonprofits, with a focus on racial equity. 


This Cohort was held through support from the Iowa Council of Foundations. Thanks to everyone involved!


Stay connected,


Carrie Walker, Director of Learning

carrie.walker@gcrcf.org

319-360-3950 (mobile)

News for Nonprofits

Iowa Women's Foundation Currently Accepting Core Grant Applications Through April 28

The Iowa Women's Foundation is currently accepting Core Grant applications through April 28, 2023 at 5 p.m. Complete details regarding eligibility, timeline, grant guidelines, application, and more are available on the website https://iawf.org/core-grants/.


Volunteer Iowa Accepting Nominations for the 2023 Governor's Volunteer Awards

The Governor's Volunteer Award program provides an easy way to honor the dedicated people who volunteer their time and talent to help an agency or organization deliver on its mission. Nonprofits, charitable organizations, and government entities may recommend an individual volunteer or group of volunteers who directly assisted the organization with a project, event, or activity for a Governor's Volunteer Award. Deadline to submit a nomination is Monday, April 15, at 6 p.m. Find more information here.


Give Back Iowa Challenge Begins April 1st

The 9th annual Give Back Iowa Challenge is an eight-week statewide challenge, which serves as a competitive way to encourage organizations and businesses to participate in community volunteering. The challenge runs from April 1 to May 31, 2023. Participants can register their organization/business, trace the hours of employees, record hours on the system, and celebrate volunteerism. Visit the Give Back Iowa Challenge website here for more information.

Training Opportunities

PEER GROUPS

Nonprofit Network Peer Groups

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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.


*NEW* Volunteer Engagement Peer Group

Wednesday, March 15, 2023, 12 p.m.

Register here.


CFO/Finance Peer Group

Thursday, March 16, 12 p.m.

Register here.


Development Peer Group

Tuesday, March 21, 12 p.m.

Register here.


Marketing Peer Group

Tuesday, March 28, 12 p.m.

Register here.


Executive Director/CEO

Tuesday, April 4, 12 p.m.


Managers Peer Group

Wednesday, April 12, 12 p.m.

FUNDRAISING

AFP Eastern Iowa presents Disaster Philanthropy: Moving development forward as your goals blow away

Tuesday, March 14, 2023, 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.

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

Presenter: Laura Booth, Greater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation

Cost: Members free; Non-members $25.

Register here.


PLANNED GIVING

Eastern Iowa Planned Giving Council Presents Update on the University of Iowa 10-Year Plan and the Role of Fundraising

Wednesday, May 3, 2023, 11:30 a.m.-2 p.m.

Levitt Center for University Advancement, One West Park Road, Iowa City

Presenter: Lynette Marshall, University of Iowa Center for Advancement

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.

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