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Courtney Ball named Matthew 25 executive director

Courtney Ball has officially been named the executive director of Matthew 25, the organization announced Nov. 4 via social media. “Courtney’s leadership, heart for service, and deep understanding of our mission have already helped guide Matthew 25 through a season…

Matthew 25 Spring Celebration showcases housing, food access impact

Matthew 25 will host a Spring Celebration event today (April 30) to showcase the nonprofit…

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Matthew 25 offering two new affordable homes for sale

In an effort to help address the need for affordable housing, Matthew 25 is offering…

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Volunteers for Matthew 25’s Transform Week to take on home repair projects

More than 200 volunteers will participate in Matthew 25’s 8th annual Transform Week in Cedar…

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Matthew 25’s Groundswell Cafe extending hours

Starting Monday, Jan. 9, the Groundswell Cafe at Matthew 25 in Cedar Rapids will be…

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Matthew 25 co-founder rejoining nonprofit

After an eight-year hiatus from working at Matthew 25, co-founder Courtney Ball has rejoined the…

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Matthew 25 opens Cultivate Hope Corner Store in Cedar Rapids

Curtis Odom was happy to buy bacon and a dozen eggs during a quick stop…

Groundswell Cafe receives Simply Organic Giving Fund grant

Groundswell Café, a pay-it-forward eatery providing eastern Iowans with access to handmade organic meals regardless…

Courtney Ball: 2013 Forty Under 40 Honoree

  Courtney Ball Co-Director Matthew 25 Age: 36   When Courtney Ball’s brother, Clint Twedt-Ball,…

Urban farm brings flood plain back to life

By Sarah Binder Looking at empty plots west of the Cedar River, Matt Meyer sees opportunity. Mr.…