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From the Board Chair
The last year has been one of change for the Greater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation (GCRCF), as it has been for many in this community since the 2008 Ron Olson flood. The 2010 Board Chair Community Foundation continues to work with many flood-affected nonprofits, they moved from its own flood-affected building to a new location in late June and we are transitioning to new leadership for the Foundation. On behalf of the board of directors, I would like to take this opportunity to thank the GCRCF staff members for their dedication and hard work during this time of change. I would like to especially thank Karla Twedt-Ball for her willingness to serve as the interim president and CEO of the Community Foundation in addition to her duties as vice president of programs. She has done an outstanding job during this period of transition. In January when the CEO search committee initiated the process of determining who the next president and chief executive officer of the GCRCF might be, we knew that the Community Foundation had attained the status of a continued on page 3
major foundation with nearly $100 million in assets and could, therefore, attract a highly-skilled and successful individual. The committee was prepared to conduct a national search, knowing this position would attract the caliber of person needed to guide the Community Foundation through the next phase of its growth. The committee determined that this person must have an exemplary track record in establishing relationships with people in all socio-economic groups; be someone who has had success in shaping and implementing resource development strategies; be someone who is experienced in creating meaningful alliances with the nonprofit community, individuals, and corporations; be someone who possesses a high level of understanding of financial investments; is energetic, diplomatic and is recognized as a proven leader; and is recognized for integrity in the workplace and community. Fortunately for the GCRCF and this community we did not have to look far from home. Les Garner not only fit the mold for the ideal candidate for which we were looking as described above, he came to us as a locally well-known and proven community leader of the highest integrity. We are pleased to welcome Les Garner who most recently served as president of Cornell College in Mount Vernon, Iowa, for the past 16 years. During his tenure, he created a strategic plan for the college’s future that
Meet and Greet Les Garner
The Greater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation proudly welcomes Les Garner as our new president & CEO. We hope you’ll join us for a welcome reception for Les and to see our new home at the Torch Press building in downtown Cedar Rapids. Tuesday, August 31, 2010 4 to 7 p.m. The Torch Press building 324 3rd St SE in downtown Cedar Rapids Remarks at 5:30 p.m. Light appetizers and beverages will be served. Parking is available street side or in nearby parkades. To RSVP online, visit www.gcrcf.org or contact Amber Mulnik at amber.mulnik@gcrcf.org or 319.366.2862.
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board of Directors Ron Olson, Chair Lorna M. Barnes, Past Chair Nancy Kasparek, Vice Chair/Chair Elect Kay L. Hegarty, Treasurer Gerald T. Matchett, Secretary Directors Richard Altorfer Gary Bartlett John Bickel J. Scott Bogguss Loren Coppock Swati Dandekar Chris DeWolf Ruth Hairston
Elizabeth Hladky Jerry Matchett Sean McPartland Cheryle Mitvalsky Tom Moore Fred Timko Dr. Ruth E. White Kevin Welu
Chair Emerita Nancy G. McHugh President & CEO Les Garner Jr. Foundation Staff Emmylou Ball, Accountant Wendy Blood, Office Manager Jean Brenneman, director of Finance Elizabeth Cwik, Program associate Katie Giorgio, marketing assistant, Linn County Nonprofit Resource Center Amber A. Mulnik, director of Communications Rochelle Naylor, Program Assistant Deb Orr, Administrative Assistant Karla Twedt-Ball, vice president of Programs Robert Untiedt, executive director, Linn County Nonprofit Resource Center Josie Velles, Foundation Services manager Peggy Whitworth, director of Resource Development Special Programs Staff Kimberly Beals, Engineering Experiences volunteer coordinator Barbara Klawiter, REACT Center administrator Community is published triannually by the Greater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation, 324 3rd Street SE, Cedar Rapids, Iowa 52401. Your comments and suggestions are welcome. Please write, call (319.366.2862) fax (319.366.2912), or e-mail info@gcrcf.org.
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Les Garner Jr.
I am delighted to have the opportunity to serve as president and CEO of the Greater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation (GCRCF). I am enthusiastic about the Foundation’s mission of building community through philanthropy. The Community Foundation has a distinguished tradition of service to the community and I am proud to be part of that tradition. As a relative newcomer to the world of community foundations, I have much learning ahead of me. My first weeks have been spent meeting with board members, staff, donors and community leaders, listening and learning about the history, role and potential of the Foundation. I already see that the GCRCF plays a number of important roles. It provides a reliable way for individuals, businesses and organizations to achieve their philanthropic goals. It is an important partner for the not-for-profit organizations, both through grant making and through collaborative efforts that support leadership development and capacity building in agencies whose programs and services help assure a high quality of life for all our citizens. The cordial welcome Katrina and I received when we moved to the community 16 years ago is a major reason we now call it home. We have seen numerous examples of generosity, creativity, energy and resilience, all factors that make this a wonderful place to live. During that time, the Foundation has experienced rapid growth and seen its impact on the community increase. What we need to do now is think together about what must be done to make sure that the community will continue to be a wonderful place for our children and grandchildren. I’m excited about this learning process and I welcome your thoughts about the role the Foundation can play in achieving our collective dreams. Over the coming weeks and months, I hope to be able to talk with many of you, and I encourage you to be in touch with me with your ideas, questions and concerns.
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resulted in innovative opportunities for students. Les launched several interdisciplinary initiatives including Dimensions: The Center for the Science and Culture of Healthcare, and The Berry Center for Economics, Business, and Public Policy. The college welcomed the Cornell Fellows Program and the Program For Civic Engagement and Social Responsibility to give students unique ways for learning and contributing beyond the classroom. New facilities were constructed to provide state-of-theart learning environments. Renovations and redesigns turned historic and treasured buildings into modernized centers for learning and living. These and many other campus improvements came during a time when Cornell’s endowment more than doubled in size. Les was key in leading a five-year, $92 million effort to enhance the college’s endowment and upgrade its facilities. The campaign has raised more than $97 million to date. From 1987 to 1994, Les was president of North Carolina Wesleyan College in Rocky Mount, N.C. Prior to this appointment, he served as assistant professor of business administration and director of the Young Executives Institute at the University of North Carolina. Between 1974 and 1977, he served as special assistant to the director at the International Institute of Applied Systems Analysis in Laxenburge, Austria.
Les earned his undergraduate degree from the University of North Carolina, a Master’s in Public Policy from the John F. Kennedy School of Government at Harvard University and a Ph.D. in Public Policy from Harvard University. He served on the boards of a number of organizations, including the Associated Colleges of the Midwest (ACM), the North Central Association’s Higher Learning Commission (HLC), and Educational & Institutional Insurance Administrators (EIIA). He is the former chair of the ACM, the Iowa Association of Independent Colleges, the Iowa College Foundation and the National Association of Independent Colleges and Universities. He has also headed the boards for the Cedar Rapids Chamber of Commerce and the Cedar Rapids Symphony in recent years, in addition to a number of other civic and community leadership roles. Les and his wife, Katrina, have two sons in their 20s: Brantley and William. The board and staff at the Community Foundation hope you’ll join us in welcoming Les at a reception from 4 to 7 p.m. on Tuesday, Aug. 31, at the GCRCF office, 324 3rd St SE in downtown Cedar Rapids. It will also give you a chance to see the new home of the Community Foundation.
Ron Olson 2009-2010 Board Chair
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Fifteen in 5 Reaches Five-Year Anniversary
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About Fifteen in 5 The purpose of Fifteen in 5, a community planning process coordinated by the Cedar Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce and the Greater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation, was to identify 15 great ideas that could be accomplished in Linn County by the end of the decade. More than 3,500 ideas were submitted for consideration from a variety of local organizations and individuals. A selection committee made up of 25 community members with a balanced, crossrepresentation of the community was chosen to narrow this list to15. A professional facilitator assisted the group during public meetings to accomplish the arduous task of choosing the best 15 ideas from more than 3,500 submitted. On May 11, 2005, the Fifteen in 5 ideas were announced to help us create a more vibrant community.
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Five years and 15 ideas ago, on May 11, 2005, the Cedar Rapids community rallied around a unique community planning process with a mission to accomplish 15 great ideas by the end of 2010. Launched in partnership by the Cedar Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce and the Greater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation, Fifteen in 5 was designed to create a discussion about the kind of place we would like to see our community become. Each of the 15 initiatives has been led by a committee chair and supported by nearly 1,000 community volunteers. Fast-forward to 2010 and our community has made significant progress with implementing the 15 ideas in spite of challenges impacting our community: the flood of 2008, an economic downturn and community leadership transitions.
Fifteen in 5 Highlights: ▪▪ Third Street SE Arts/Entertainment District is taking shape with new restaurants, new and remodeled fine arts venues and community events. ▪▪ The U.S. Cellular Center has attracted $35 million in grant funding and will include a renovation and expansion of the convention center. ▪▪ The Linn County Trails Association has increased the use of local trails and adopted plans for a more comprehensive trail system.
▪▪ A federally-qualified Community Health Center was created and Project Access, a specialty-care referral network for underserved individuals, was implemented. ▪▪ A Regional Economic Commerce Center will be built in part from a $4.2 million grant will increase efficiencies and address gaps in services for the business community. ▪▪ 5 giant steps created and implemented school readiness guides, developed a training directory of early childhood professional development opportunities, developed a parent education resource sheet and completed two reports on the flood’s effects on child development. The group also secured grant funding to provide curriculum enhancements for early childhood education. “With the various goals accomplished by these 15 initiatives, one was inadvertent – helping enable recovery from the 2008 flood,” said Karla Twedt-Ball, vice president of Programs. “The planning and visioning inherent in Fifteen in 5 were invaluable in creating a foundation for post-flood recovery. In the aftermath of the flood, information, networks and relationships established through Fifteen in 5 helped strengthen and focus our flood recovery and rebuilding efforts.”
For background on the 15 initiatives and progress to date, visit www.gcrcf.org/page22168.cfm or www.cedarrapids.org
Give and Receive with Endow Iowa
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When you donate to a permanentlyendowed fund at a qualified community foundation, you’re not only helping your neighbors today—you’re building a stronger community tomorrow. And while that in itself is rewarding, with Endow Iowa, you’ll also get back for giving. You’ll be eligible to receive 25% tax credits for your gifts, in addition to any federal tax benefits you may qualify for. Giving through the Greater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation to the causes and community you care about is rewarding—in more ways than one. Your gift creates lasting good in the community and the Endow Iowa Tax Credit Program offers you generous tax incentives for giving. Tax credits are offered on a first come, first served basis, with approximately $4 million available annually statewide. As of June 30, a little more than $3 million in tax credits remain available. Individuals, businesses or financial institutions can claim the tax credits.
“In Iowa, we have a strong tradition of people caring for one another and for the communities in which they live,” said Les Garner, president & CEO of the GCRCF. “Endow Iowa builds on this tradition of neighbors helping neighbors by encouraging gifts to community foundations, which serve as trusted stewards and local partners in philanthropy.” Since 2003, more than $50 million has been invested in community foundations through Endow Iowa, improving lives and strengthening communities. By supporting endowed funds, Iowans are ensuring that their gifts will be at work well into the future. For more information on the charitable giving opportunity available through Endow Iowa, please contact Peggy Whitworth, director of Resource Development, at 319.366.2862 or peggy.whitworth@gcrcf.org or visit our website at www.gcrcf.org. To learn more about how you might benefit
from giving through Endow Iowa, please contact your professional advisor. If you’re interested in taking advantage of the Endow Iowa Tax Credit Program, consider these points: Charitable gifts must be made: 1. To a qualified community foundation and/or affiliate 2. To an existing or newlyestablished permanent endowment fund within the Greater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation (we currently have nearly 400 existing endowed funds that you may contribute to, or you may establish your own endowed fund to receive Endow Iowa tax credits) 3. For the benefit of one or more Iowa charitable causes 4. By individuals, corporations or financial institutions
Iowa Community Foundations Receive Award for Service Iowa’s community foundations were collectively awarded the Rebuild Iowa Award for Service performed in helping victims of the flood and tornadoes of 2008 and by supporting the fundraising efforts of Embrace Iowa. First Lady Mari Culver and Lt. General Ron Dardis, Executive Director of the Rebuild Iowa office presented the award at the Iowa Council of Foundations’ quarterly membership meeting in Des Moines on July 22, 2010.
Accepting the award on behalf of community foundations was Susan Skora, president of the Iowa Council of Foundations and President/CEO of the Community Foundation of the Great River Bend. Les Garner, GCRCF president & CEO accepted the award on behalf of the Greater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation. Angela DethlefsTrettin, executive director of the Iowa Council of Foundations, nominated the community foundations for the award.
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On July 22 representatives from Iowa’s community foundations accepted the Rebuild Iowa Award for Service in Des Moines.
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The Greater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation Moves to New Home in Renovated Flooded Building
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Home, sweet home. On June 24, the Greater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation (GCRCF) moved to its new permanent home at the Torch Press building, 324 3rd St SE in downtown Cedar Rapids. The new home serves as the headquarters for the GCRCF and the Linn County Nonprofit Resource Center (LCNRC) and will allow for continued growth and expansion. The building features a training and reception space for nonprofits and donor events and a nonprofit resource library. The GCRCF’s new home, located at the intersection of 3rd St SE and 4th Ave SE, was built in1908 as a printing company and book-making plant. The Community Foundation will occupy the first, third and fourth floors of the 16,000 square foot building. The second floor will be leased in the future. The foundation home includes a training room and reception hall on the first floor. The building renovations and updates post-flood include energy-efficient lighting, windows and HVAC systems; wireless and other advanced technologies; and handicapped-accessible accommodations throughout.
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The GCRCF currently has assets of $97 million and has made 600 grants totaling $3.6 million so far this year to 239 nonprofits to support charitable work in Linn County. The staff includes eight full-time and four part-time employees. Features of the GCRCF New Home at The Torch Press: ▪▪ First floor meeting space for workshops presented by the Linn County Nonprofit Resource Center and donor events and general Community Foundation meetings. ▪▪ Wireless and other advanced technologies including multimedia components. ▪▪ A resource library on the third floor for use by appointment by nonprofits and the community that includes nonprofit publications, sector-based materials, grant-writing guides and a variety of books. ▪▪ Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant entrance and exit, handicapped-accessible throughout. ▪▪ Energy-efficient lighting, windows. ▪▪ High-efficiency heating, ventilation and cooling systems.
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Flood 2008 Fund Grant Recipients February – June 2010 ▪▪ $500,000 to the Affordable Housing Network for Block by Block to employ an additional block organizer and construction manager to meet the additional goal of addressing 12-16 blocks or 170-200 flood-damaged homes. ▪▪ $25,000 to the Area Substance Abuse Council for Substance Abuse Treatment for Flood Affected Clients II. ▪▪ $17,660 to Cedar Valley Habitat for Humanity for Habitat RV Base Camp to install an RV base camp in the Time Check neighborhood to house long-term, out-of-town volunteers helping build/rebuild low-income housing lost in the flood. ▪▪ $10,296 to the Community Corrections Improvement Association for VISTA Flood Recovery to enable the program to host an additional 57 VISTA volunteer workers. ▪▪ $25,000 to First Lutheran Church for Hosting, Housing and Assisting Rebuild of Flooded Homes to provide food, showers, shelter and building materials for out-of-town groups rebuilding homes in the community. ▪▪ $25,000 to Helping Hands Ministry for Flood Recovery Funding to provide financial assistance to flood-impacted individuals and families. ▪▪ $25,000 to Kids First Law Center for Rebuilding Kids First. ▪▪ $25,000 to Matthew 25 Ministry Hub for Community Rebuilding Center to build space for community meetings,
youth programming, Tool Library, offices and a warehouse. The warehouse space will allow bulk purchases and storage for Block by Block building materials. ▪▪ $50,000 to the National Czech & Slovak Museum & Library for Relocating & Expanding the Exhibition Center & Library. ▪▪ $15,000 to Neighborhood Transportation Service for Automated Phone System to install a new phone system at its current post-flood location to meet the needs of clients who call to reserve transportation services. ▪▪ $2,190.85 to Old Creamery Theatre Co. for Studio Theatre Lighting Equipment. ▪▪ $50,000 to Olivet Neighborhood Mission for Reconstruction of Pre-Flood Program Facility for ONM After-School Program to rebuild classroom space in the basement of Olivet Presbyterian Church for exclusive use by the ONM after-school and summer programs. ▪▪ $25,000 to Partnership for Safe Families for Family Support Funds to help pay for the family support worker staffing the Taylor Family Resource Center at Taylor Elementary School. The worker assists families affected by the flood. ▪▪ $25,000 to Rebuilding Palo, Inc. for Rebuilding Palo to help Palo residents purchase missing tools, materials or labor to finish rebuilding and move back into their homes. Previous Flood 2008 Fund grants have enabled the organization to serve 40 Palo households. ▪▪ $19,700 to the St. Luke’s Health Care Foundation for Linn County Mind Body Medicine Coalition to provide trauma recovery education for professionals serving those affected by natural or man-made disasters. ▪▪ $22,528 to Temple Judah for Flood Disaster Relief to continue providing furniture, bedding and appliances donated to flood-impacted households through 2010. Additionally, Pioneer Hi-Bred contributed $40,000 to support flood recovery in east central Iowa. In consultation with Pioneer, these funds were directed toward: ▪▪ $20,000 to the Jones County Fund to support flood recovery efforts in Jones County. ▪▪ $15,000 to Rebuilding Palo Fund for flood recovery efforts in Palo. ▪▪ $5,000 to Indian Creek Nature Center to help rebuild stream crossings. Community 7
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Two workshops are available to new grant writers of local nonprofits interested in applying for a grant from the Greater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation. The workshops on September 2 will also offer a brief overview of the fall grant cycle that includes the Community Fund and various Competitive Donor-Advised Funds held at the Community Foundation. Thursday, Sept. 2, 2010 Noon to 1:30 p.m. and 6:00 to 7:30 p.m. The Greater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation 324 3rd St SE in downtown Cedar Rapids Foundation Hall Training and Reception Room
Attendees may bring a brown bag lunch or dinner. Drinks will be provided. Register for the workshop online at www.gcrcf.org in the News and Events section. Nonprofits are encouraged to consider applying for a grant from the Community Fund by Oct. 15, 2010. The Community
Fund provides time limited grants in the amount of $4,000 to $10,000 and seeks applications in all of the traditional categories – Arts & Culture, Community Development, the Environment, Education and Health & Human Service. Applicants may submit a draft of their Community Fund application by October 1 for review and feedback from the grant programs staff. The following Competitive Donor-Advised Funds are available for the fall grant cycle: ▪▪ CRST International ▪▪ The Gazette Foundation ▪▪ GreatAmerica Leasing ▪▪ Lil Drug Store Products, Inc. ▪▪ McGrath Automotive Group The grant size and funding priority varies depending upon the donor-advised fund. More information on the fall grant programs is available online in the Resources for Nonprofits section at www.gcrcf.org.
Tell us what you think! Participate in our web site survey now through Sept. 30, 2010 The Community Foundation is conducting a survey of our web site. The purpose of the survey is to gain a better understanding of how our donors, funders, nonprofits and others use the site to gather information and how we can best meet your needs using technology.
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We estimate that it will take you approximately 5-7 minutes to complete the survey. To access the survey visit www.gcrcf.org in the News & Events section. We would appreciate your response by Sept. 30, 2010. Your input is very important to us and will be kept strictly confidential (used only for the purposes of research for this project). If you have any questions or would prefer to complete a paper survey, please call Amber Mulnik, director of Communications at 319.366.2862 or email at amber.mulnik@gcrcf.org.
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Focusing on Nonprofits’ Underinvestment in Back Office Functions
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There are unique challenges to operating a nonprofit. First, it’s challenging to find funds to cover management and administration, although these are vital parts of ensuring programmatic impact. Secondly, all nonprofits are not the same. Therefore, comparing percentages of fundraising costs between nonprofits can be misleading. Here is some insight related to the difficulties of funding nonprofits from sector-based publications: “ A vicious cycle is leaving nonprofits so hungry for decent infrastructure that they can barely function as organizations—let alone serve their beneficiaries. The cycle starts with unrealistic expectations about how much running a nonprofit costs, and results in nonprofits misrepresenting their costs while skimping on vital systems like IT, Human Resources, and Finance. These are acts that feed skewed beliefs. To break the nonprofit starvation cycle, donors must take the lead.” “The Nonprofit Starvation Cycle”, Stanford Social Innovation Review, Fall 2009 “ In general, some who provide funding view nonprofit organizations as ‘passthrough’ vehicles for program donations rather than as lasting institutions that require professional management and infrastructure to be effective…Managers of nonprofits will often ’follow the money’ by adding programs to get a grant even if they don’t fit the group’s mission; but nothing could be more counterproductive. Nonprofits are discouraged from investing in badly needed organizational infrastructure, such as IT systems, staff development processes, and adequate management capacity.” “Non-for-profit Management: The Gift that Keeps on Giving”, McKinsey Quarterly, 2001, #1
“ There is the public perception that an important measure of success or worthiness of an organization is based on how little it can possibly spend on fundraising for every dollar raised. While this makes for a more ‘efficient’ use of charitable donations, it is not the same as having an ‘effective’ program, either for fundraising or the end services performed. Yet, in reality, donors themselves are not interested in ratios—rather they want to see results...And therein lies the trap that many fundraisers and nonprofits fall into: They are busy trying to spend as little as possible and to show a good ratio of dollars spent versus dollars raised, while the donors want a nonprofit to make more things happen in the end. By worrying less about the percentages spent, and focusing more on the return on investment, and more dollars raised, donors will be far more pleased… There are many factors at play which impact fundraising and fundraising ratios, including whether your charity is new or growing and the kinds of services your charity performs. Some organizations simply need to spend more on fundraising than others. And for all charities there are times when spending more is important for long-term success.” “Avoiding the Cost-Ratio Trap”, Nov. 24, 2009, Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP) e-wire
and appropriate fundraising costs at local nonprofit organizations. This will help influence our programming for nonprofit organizations in 2011 and beyond.
As we engage in strategic planning for the future of the Linn County Nonprofit Resource Center, we are interested in what donors, board members and persons who are not employed by nonprofits believe. What do you think of these points of view? Please feel free to contact me at Robert.untiedt@gcrcf.org with your thoughts on investing in management, IT
Note: all trainings take place in the Training Room at the Greater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation unless otherwise noted.
Bob Untiedt LCNRC Executive Director
Linn County Nonprofit Resource Center Calendar of Events Managing Challenges During Tough Times August 26, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Coral Ridge Mall Community Room Motivational Interviewing Social Service Training September 10, 2 to 4 p.m. Health Care Reform and Nonprofits September 14, 12 to 1 p.m. All aBoard September 16, 5:30 to 8 p.m. Financial Performance September 30, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Coral Ridge Mall Community Room Relational Aggression in Females Social Service Training October 7, 3 to 5 p.m. Grant Writing and Research October 28, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Coral Ridge Mall Community Room
For more information about these and other trainings of the Linn County Nonprofit Resource Center, please visit www.lcnrc.org
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William Whipple 1913~2010
Honorary Director of the Greater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation
The Cedar Rapids community lost a great friend, philanthropist and leader on July 27, 2010, with the passing of William Whipple. He had a great love for his family, friends, Coe College and the Cedar Rapids community. Bill was the first honorary director of the GCRCF and he and his wife, Gayle, were members of the Quarton Legacy Society.
Bill’s leadership was essential as a founding member of The Meth-Wick Community, where he lived for the last 20 years. In 1974, he became associated with the Hall-Perrine Foundation, serving as executive director. He continued to serve the Foundation as president and was the present chairman of the board. He served on the boards of the
Cedar Rapids Library, Cedar Rapids Marion Chamber of Commerce, the American Red Cross and the Greater Cedar Rapids Metropolitan Y.M.C.A. During his days at Coe, he was elected a member of Sachem, Senior Men’s Honorary Society and Pi Kappa Delta. He was a member of the track team and a member of the Coe College Athletic Hall of Fame. He was a lifetime trustee of the college and served a chairman of the board for three years. In 1996, he was awarded an Honorary Doctorate of Humanities, and in 2001 was given Coe’s highest honor “The Founder’s Medal.” Like Bill Quarton and Howard Hall, Bill Whipple’s legacy of philanthropy and public service will be enduring. Gifts made to the Greater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation in memory of Bill will go towards future grant making in our community and are eligible for Endow Iowa Tax Credits.
The letter sent by Bill Whipple on Dec. 15, 1997, to then president & CEO of the Community Foundation, David Roosevelt, acknowledging the election by the board of directors as the first honorary director of the GCRCF.
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If you have remembered the Greater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation in your estate plans, or if you have established an endowed fund at the Community Foundation, you are eligible to become a member of the William Quarton Heritage Society. We will not list your name without your permission. Please contact us at 319.366.2862 or info@gcrcf.org for more information. Anonymous (8) Robert W. and Elizabeth M. Allsop Thomas J. and Sarah E. Anderson Gary L. and Alice Anderson Marian J. Arens Carl and Topsy Aschoff Jean H. Ashby* Daniel R. Baldwin Lorna M. Barnes Helen (Skippy) Bell Bob V. Bengtson Peter F. Bezanson* Bill and Jan Bloomhall Barbara Bloomhall and William A. Bloomhall, Sr.* Wilma J. Blosser Katheryn Boatman Scott and Joann Bogguss Barry and Gilda Boyer Jean Brenneman Ruth L. Hastings Brown* David H. and Rose Marie Burke Steven and Joanne Carfrae Richard* and Judith Chandler Ivan and Mary Bess Chester Barbara Christiansen Larry H. Christy Lee and Jay Clancey Loren L. and Patricia A. Coppock Paul and Sara Corbin John P. Curran Tom and Beth DeBoom Dr. Robert and Eloise Dennis Ann Dorr Tiffany A. Earl John R. and Cheryl G. Elliott John M. Ely, Jr.* and Polly Ely* Norman and Floy* Erickson Peggy Fashimpaur Kahr John P.* and Jean W. Ferring
Robert C.* and Marjorie H. Fletcher Rick and Donna Flynn William B. and Jo Anne F. Galbraith William and Harriet Gasway Dean and Laura Gesme David and Kathleen Good Rose and LaVern Gordon Gary Grant Joan Greenblatt Kathy L. Hall Ortha R.* and Ken* Harstad Mary Lou and Donald Hattery Ted and Tish Healey Kay and John Hegarty Jason and Susan Hellickson Clifford A. Hendricks Kate Hladky Jim and Ann Hoffman Lee R. Horn Barbara J. and Ralph E.* Hughes William B. Quarton* and Jean A. Hunnicutt Sher Jasperse and Daryl Julich David and Mary Johnson G. Richard Johnson and Jackie Johnson Kenneth L. and Mildred M.* Johnson Mildred Joslin and Edward Kemp* Mary and David Junge David and Sherri Justice Vyrl* and Martha Justice Joseph M. Kacena* George* and Louise Kalous Suzanne Rosenbaum Katz Merry and Bob* Kelley Frank and Geri Kintzle Thomas and Clara Kleiman G.T. (Jerry) Knox Peter and Ingrid Kolln Ted and Margaret Kubicek
David and Chris Kubicek Robert and Caroline* Kucharski Lawrence and Kimberly Kudej Sheryl Chehak Lamb* Robert J. and Sue B. Latham Karen Ann Laughlin James* and Susan Lavenz Robert and Carol Lehman Thea and Roger* Leslie Christopher and Jane Lindell Norman G.* Lipsky and Belle M. Lipsky David Mahlke George and Janelle McClain Bruce and Judy McGrath Jo* and Larry McGrath David and Ruth McGuire Nancy Green McHugh Frank and Cheryle Mitvalsky Mike and Ann Mohnsen Tara and Bob Moorman Paul and Jennifer Morf Craig and Deborah Mrkvicka Bill and Cathy Munsell Virginia Myers* Kay and Duane Nesetril Greg and Debbie Neumeyer William and Cheryl Nordstrom John and Christine North Sarah H. Olson and Tyler Olson Ron and Sue Olson Richard and Marion Patterson Jay and Bonnie Petersen Ann and David B.* Pickford James A. and Monica M. Piersall Mike Plotz Wendy* and Randy Portz William and Janis Quinby Curt and Sigrid Reynolds Mary E. Rickey Louise G. Roalson Dr. and Mrs. William John Robb Jack and Jackie* Roland
Gary Rozek Judith Whetstine and Bob Rush John M. and Wilma Ann Wallin Sagers Larry D. and Claire J. Sharp Paul R.* and Rebecca F.* Shawver Laurie and Robert Silber Marilyn and Dayton* Sippy Gary and Robin Skogman LaJuana Skogman Kyle and Susan Skogman Drew and Jo Ann Skogman Marty and Julianne Smith Duane Smith Ellen Smith Dyan and John Smith Al and Sara Sorensen Sue and Gary Speicher Eleanor Streletzky Robert Synhorst Julie and Byron Tabor Fred and Bev Timko Kathleen Toborg Sara and Dale Todd Terry Trimpe James and Susan Turner Robert Untiedt Michael and Marla Valliere Josie Velles R. Ray* and Barbara Weeks Maxine and Ted* Welch Guy H. Wendler Susanna Wendler William P.* and Gayle* Whipple Dorothy J. White and Robert Dean Metcalf* Peggy Boyle Whitworth Esther and Myron Wilson Robert and Charlotte Worley Jason and Leslie Wright Corrine and Robert* Yaw David Zylstra *Deceased
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