Nonprofit
Scott Wilson leaving Kernels to become NewBo City Market executive director
Scott Wilson is leaving the Cedar Rapids Kernels – where he’s worked for 19 years, the last 14 years as general manager – to become the new executive director of the NewBo City Market. The announcement was made Tuesday, Sept.…
Trees Forever partnered with 112 communities in 2024
Trees Forever, a Marion-based nonprofit environmental organization, completed tree planting projects in 112 communities across…
Cedar Rapids Metro Economic Alliance, Greater Iowa City, Inc. unveil focus areas at Legislative Launch
Corridor business leaders, policymakers and community stakeholders gathered Dec. 11 at the Cedar Ridge Distillery…
Dream City to host first entrepreneur pitch competition
As stated in a news release from Dream City, the nonprofit invites the Iowa City…
Brucemore ranked in top 10 “Best Holiday Historic Home Tours” by USA Today
Brucemore, Iowa’s sole National Trust Historic Site, has been named one of the top ten…
Jennifer Borcherding named new executive director of The District: Czech Village and New Bohemia
Jennifer Borcherding has been named the new executive director of The District: Czech Village and…
Mercy Medical Center Foundation, Fairfax State Savings Bank announce Giving Tuesday match challenge
The Mercy Medical Center Foundation has announced that Fairfax State Savings Bank will match financial…
Greater Iowa City, Inc. unveils new initiatives at annual meeting
The evening of Nov. 21 saw a packed house at the Hyatt Regency Coralville, as…
Junior Achievement of Eastern Iowa enhances student experience with 3DE
Junior Achievement of Eastern Iowa is ramping up efforts to implement its new learning model,…
Katie Oatsvall named Horizons president and chief executive officer
Horizons, a nonprofit organization and A United Way partner agency headquartered in Cedar Rapids, has…
UFG Foundation funds 4 Eastern Iowa nonprofits in most recent grant cycle
The private foundation of UFG Insurance has announced it will fund seven local and out-of-state…
Party at the Museum to celebrate nonprofit professionals
The Greater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation will host a Nonprofit Party at the Museum to…
South of 6 Iowa City Business District appoints Maurice Davis as executive director
The South of 6 Iowa City Business District has announced the appointment of Maurice A.…
North Liberty Community Pantry breaks ground on new $4 million facility
The North Liberty Community Pantry broke ground on its new facility at 350 W. Penn…
Iowa food banks struggle amid SNAP cuts; Grow: Johnson County steps in to supply fresh produce
Iowa food banks continue to grapple with unprecedented demand, driven in part by cuts to…
Cedar Rapids clock tower draws Czech, Slovak presidents for dedication, marks new tourism landmark
The presidents of both the Czech Republic and Slovakia helped dedicate what city leaders hope…
