Nonprofit

Feed Iowa First launches Global Graze event to support emerging farmers
Feed Iowa First has announced the launch of Global Graze: Raising Funds for Local Farming, a new fundraising event aimed at supporting emerging farmers and strengthening local food systems in Linn County. Scheduled for Sept. 12 from 5–8 p.m. on…
Informatics launches Starfish Initiative to support local nonprofits with digital services
Digital marketing agency Informatics Inc. has launched a new program aimed at providing free and…

Johnson County Board of Supervisors hears proposal for immigrant welcome center
The Johnson County Board of Supervisors heard a proposal for an immigrant welcome center on…

GALLERY: New Boys & Girls Clubs Busse Unit officially opens its doors
It didn’t take long for local kids to begin enjoying the features of the Boys…

Junior Achievement announces 2025 Corridor Business Hall of Fame honorees
Junior Achievement of Eastern Iowa (JAEI) has announced the 2025 Corridor Business Hall of Fame…

The next act: Theatre Cedar Rapids reimagines and honors its historic home
Theatre Cedar Rapids (TCR), Iowa’s largest nonprofit producing theatre, celebrates its 100th anniversary this year.…

Community Foundation approves nearly $5 million in grants
The board of directors of the Greater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation recently approved more than…

Iowa City Downtown District plans to expand SSMID borders
The Iowa City Downtown District is looking to expand its Self-Supported Municipal Improvement District (SSMID)…

The Downtown Dish: Engaging young people with Tony Branch
On this episode, our hosts sit down with Tony Branch, youth engagement director of United…

Wellmark Foundation awards $5M grant to expand youth mental health services in rural Iowa schools
The Wellmark Foundation has announced a $5 million grant aimed at tackling the growing mental…

North Liberty Community Pantry to unveil new facility June 23
The North Liberty Community Pantry will open a new facility at 350 W. Penn St.…

Willis Dady Homeless Services wins $100,000 at Rotary Grand Impact Luncheon
Willis Dady Homeless Services received a $100,000 donation from the Rotary Club of Cedar Rapids…

Johnson County accepting applications for Economic Development, Quality of Life grants
The Johnson County Board of Supervisors has opened applications for Economic Development and Quality of…

Field to Family will operate NewBo Market grocery store
Field to Family has been selected to operate The Market Basket neighborhood grocery store at…

FilmScene loses National Endowment for the Arts grant
Just three days after receiving the Governor’s Arts Award at the State Capitol, Iowa City-based…

Mirrorbox Theatre to leave Ellis Boulevard space, looks ahead to next chapter
After seven years of producing contemporary and original theatre in Cedar Rapids, Mirrorbox Theatre will…
