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Nice People Working with Nice People-Company Culture

Corporate culture today: the story about AMPERAGE, how we have evolved our culture and found our “why” after a challenging time following the merger, and how some concepts may be applied in your organization to help. Fundraisers and nonprofits have higher turnover than in general. Learn the...

Date 
Tuesday, January 14, 2020 - 11:30am
Location 
Hills Bank & Trust
3905 Blairs Ferry Rd
Cedar Rapids, IA 52411
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Stitches for Hope Quilt Sale

More than 800 locally made quilts available for purchase. Proceeds benefit projects and fulfill needs at the Catherine McCauley Center.

Date 
Saturday, December 7, 2019 - 10:00am
Location 
New Bo City Market
1100 Third St. SE
Cedar Rapids, IA 52403
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The 12 Scams of Christmas

Scams occur throughout the year, but this session will help attendees learn how to protect themselves during the holiday season when scammers prey upon people's generosity and vulnerability.

The even is free but requires registration.

Date 
Thursday, December 5, 2019 - 5:30pm
Location 
Marion Public Library
1095 6th Ave.
Marion, IA 52302
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National Philanthropy Day Award Luncheon & Penelope Burk Education Session

Penelope Burk will conduct an education session about donor-centered fundraising during changing times. The session is from 8 to 11:15 am. The awards luncheon follows at 11:30 am with a ceremony for the 2019 NPD honorees. See registration website for tiered registration fees.

Date 
Tuesday, November 12, 2019 - 8:00am
Location 
Cedar Rapids Marriott
1200 Collins Road NE
Cedar Rapids, IA 52402
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Growing an Endowment for Your Nonprofit

Learn why endowments are important in your fundraising strategy, how to engage donors, professional advisors, and your board.

Presenters: Shelly Maharry, Executive Director, Community Fdtn of Johnson County; Michelle Beisker, Sr VP of Develpment, Greater Cedar Rapids Community Fdtn; and...

Date 
Tuesday, October 8, 2019 - 11:30am
Location 
Hills Bank & Trust
3905 Blairs Ferry Rd
Cedar Rapids, IA 52411
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Nonprofit Board Engagement

Part of Iowa State Extension's Nonprofit Management Academy.

Workshop meets 9 am-4 pm

Presenter: Leslie Wright, Senior Vice President of Community Building, United Way of East Central Iowa

Effective boards and committees have engaged members, strong leadership, and good...

Date 
Friday, October 25, 2019 - 9:00am
Location 
Linn County Extension
383 Collins Rd NE
Cedar Rapids, IA 52402
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Business Modeling

Part of Iowa State University's Nonprofit Management Academy.

All courses meet 9 am-4 pm

Presenter: David Tominsky, Chief Relations Officer, New BoCo

In this workshop, we will explore what it means to have an entrepreneurial mindset and develop a culture of innovation...

Date 
Friday, October 11, 2019 - 9:00am
Location 
Linn County Extension
383 Collins Rd NE
Cedar Rapids, IA 52402
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Nonprofit Management Academy: Tools to Enhance Work Life Satisfaction

Part of Iowa State Extension's Nonprofit Management Academy.

Presenter: Krisit Cooper

Meets 9 am - 4 pm

Not for profit organizations (NPO’s) attract enthusiastic employees who are eager to gain experience, contribute to a community need and build relationships. NPO’s...

Date 
Thursday, September 26, 2019 - 9:00am
Location 
Linn County Extension
383 Collins Rd NE
Cedar Rapids, IA 52402
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Pedal 4 Progress

The ride takes off from Kickstand and follows the Cedar Valley Nature Trail in Cedar Rapids. Registration begins at 9:00 a.m. with ride following at 10:00 a.m.

Stops include Odie's Bar & Grill, Shack Tavern, Food Truck Festival at Benz Beverage Depot, Sag Wagon, and concludes with a...

Date 
Saturday, September 21, 2019 - 10:00am
Location 
Kickstand
203 16th Ave. SE
Cedar Rapids, IA 52401
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Run & Ride Festival

Join us for a 5K run/walk, 10K run and bike pub crawl! All participants will receive a shirt, water bottle, and access to all the day’s events. Registration is $25 in advance and $30 day of, but do it early to guarantee a shirt! All funds raised support day-to-day work at Willis Dady giving...

Date 
Saturday, September 21, 2019 - 7:30am
Location 
Sag Wagon Deli & Brew
827 Shaver Rd NE
Cedar Rapids, IA 52402