Events
We list events such as fundraisers; grant deadlines; workshops, webinars, and professional development opportunities related to nonprofit work; conferences; recognition and awards events.
Training opportunities with an asterisk (*) next to the title indicates it will be considered toward the six hours required per year for a nonprofit organization to be listed in the Register of Accountability. For information on courses and training you can complete on your own time, see our Professional Development page.
Coming Events
*Nonprofit Know-How: Rewriting the Nonprofit Narrative
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Scheduled
Attendance Required
No
Description
There are a lot of misconceptions about nonprofits, and sometimes we unknowingly reinforce these false narratives. Join us to discuss common nonprofit myths and explore universal language to describe our sector’s strengths, service, and professionalism. Taking cues from the film UnCharitable...
Happy Hour
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Scheduled
Attendance Required
No
Description
We know it has been a long day, week, month and year for everyone. So, let’s meet for drinks! Join fellow fundraisers for a monthly happy hour alternating between the Iowa City and Cedar Rapids metro areas. Relax, connect with peers, and build your network with us on the first Thursday of each month...
Courage Ride 2025
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Scheduled
Attendance Required
No
Description
The Courage Ride is excited to hold its 21st annual bike ride Saturday, August 9th to support sarcoma cancer research at the University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics. All proceeds from Courage Ride go to the Holden Comprehensive Cancer Center Sarcoma Research Program. We welcome riders for a safe...
Free Admission Days
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Scheduled
Attendance Required
No
Description
Free Admission Days is back, and this year it's twice as big! The Greater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation will support TWO days of free admission to arts and cultural sites all over Linn County. View the participating sites and hours on the Free Admission Days website. Check back as more sites may...
OBBBA for Nonprofits: What You Need to Know
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Event status
Scheduled
Attendance Required
No
Description
Early drafts of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) had many potential provisions that would dramatically impact the nonprofit sector. Most of those were removed from the final bill that was passed, but there are still a number of items nonprofits should be aware of. Charitable tax deduction...
*Scrappy Capital Campaigns Panel Discussion
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Event status
Scheduled
Attendance Required
No
Description
Join us Tuesday, August 12 at Hills Bank North Liberty for our monthly educational program, Scrappy Capital Campaigns. We’ll hear from panelists Katie Roche and Ryan Bobst about their recent experiences with grassroots capital campaigns. Lunch is provided at 11:30 A.M. The program will start at 12...
*Don't Just Write the Grant--Find Your Red Thread and Tell a Story
Description
Trainer: Diane H. Leonard, GPC, RST In this webinar, you'll learn how to craft a compelling "red thread," inspired by Tamsen Webster's book, that weaves through your entire grant application, engaging reviewers and motivating them to advocate for your funding. We'll explore how to integrate SMART...
*Major Gifts With Meaning: Building Trust Through Human-Centered Fundraising
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Event status
Scheduled
Attendance Required
No
Description
In a philanthropic landscape increasingly shaped by trust, values, and meaning, major gift fundraising demands more than tactics—it calls for deep relationships. This interactive webinar explores a human-centered approach to major gifts that blends data with heart and strategy with sincerity. Learn...
*No More Waiting: A Board Readiness Series for Black Women
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Scheduled
Attendance Required
No
Description
This Black Philanthropy Month, we’re not asking for permission—we’re taking our seats. This two-part experience is designed to arm Black women with the strategies, tools, and confidence to lead with authority, shift board culture, and make decisions that matter. If you are a Black woman ready to...
*How to Secure Capacity-Building Grants
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Virtual Event
Event status
Scheduled
Attendance Required
No
Description
If you’re like many nonprofits, your vision for growth may outpace your funding and depend on needed improvements, such as better strategic planning, updated technology, or board development. The good news is that many grant makers are open to making investments that help nonprofits run more...