Dear Nonprofit Supporter,
Welcome to Cedar Valley Connections, a newsletter to connect the leaders of the nonprofit sector.
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| Celebration of Community... |
What: CFNEIA'S Celebration of Community Event
When: November 7, 2014
Where: Hilton Garden Inn, Cedar Falls
Time: 5:00 - 7:00 p.m.
Join us in thanking those who are creating vibrant communities where all people can thrive.
CFNEIA'S Celebration of Communties event is exactly what the name implies. It is a public celebration of the communities in northeast Iowa and a way to thank all of those who are involved in the errorts to make them better; nonprofits, fund holders, donors, businesses, volunteers and many more.
Come join us in celebrating the incredible things happening today and the amazing future potenetila creating even more vibrant communities - together!
RSVP TODAY - Formal Invitation to follow.
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4th Annual Spooks, Spokes & Sneakers...
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What: Spooks, Spokes & Sneakers Halloween Bike Ride and Run
When: Saturday, October 11, 2014
Where: Gateway Park - Cedar Falls, Iowa
Time: 10:00 a.m.
Cost: Pre-Registration through October 3: $20 for ages 13 and older; $15 for ages 12 and under. Registration fee October 4-11: $25 for ages 13 and older; $20 for ages 12 and under; Ages 2 and under free
Spooks, Spokes & Sneakers is for runners, walkers, and riders of all levels. Riders choose between the 17 mile Halloween Ride, or the 9 mile Halloweenie Ride. Bike riders will trick-or-treat while runners/walkers get powdered along the Cedar Valley trail system, then join fellow participants for food, fun, and music at Gateway Park in Cedar Falls.
For more information on this fun event and on how to register, please click here.
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Awards Luncheon - Sign Up Today ...
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The Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP) Northeast Iowa Chapter is proud to celebrate National Philanthropy Day� (NPD) by honoring Northeast Iowa's philanthropic leaders who have done so much to enrich our communities. Join in the celebration and recognition of nominees and award recipients by attending the Awards Luncheon
What: Awards Luncheon
When: November 13, 2014
Time: 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Location: Hilton Garden Inn, Cedar Falls, IA (7213 Nordic Drive, Cedar Falls, Iowa)
Cost: Reservations are $40 per person or $300 per table of eightThis year's keynote speaker is Jim Coloff and the guest emcee will be Dee Vandeventer, winner of last year's Philanthropy award.
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A Fundraising Event You Won't Want to Miss...
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What: EPI's More than you can see Fundraising evet
When: Thursday, November 13, 2014
Where: Sunnyside Country CLub, Waterloo
Time: 6 9 p.m.
Cost: $35 Individual seat; $60 VIP seats;$210 table of 6;$140 table of 4
More Than You See...
We envision a world where society regularly looks past the disability they see to the person within. More Than You See is an entertaining fundraising event which will showcase and celebrate the value persons with disabilities contribute.
Please click here for full details of this event and to register.
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Save the Date ...
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The next CVNA workshop is fast approaching and you won't want to miss out!
Please mark your calendars:
When: Thursday, November 6, 2015
Time: 8:00 - 9:30 a.m.
What: Advocacy Workshop with Al Hayes (UNI) who will discuss the technical side and Steve Firman (UnityPoint) will discuss the PR side
Where: Philanthropy Center (US Bank Building. 425 Cedar Street, Waterloo = 3rd floor)
More detailed information about this workshop as well as how to register will be sent out separately.
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Possible CVNA Workshop Topics for 2015...
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The CVNA planning committee has been working hard this Fall trying to come up with possible workshop topics for 2015.
Here is a sneak peak at some suggestions being looked into:
- Data Base Management with Ron Giddings from UNI
- Succession Planning with Steve Firman at UnityPoint
- Beefing up your 990 with possible speakers for Bergan Paulson and others
- Explor-A-Ganza event is scheduled for Monday, March 2, 2015
Please stay tuned for other topic ideas coming your way.
As always, you can stay up-to-date by visiting our website.
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WE DON'T WANT YOU TO MISS A THING!
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Have you renewed and joined yet? Don't miss out on our upcoming programs and networking opportunities!
RENEW/JOIN TODAY!
In our first two years we have: (continually being updated)
- 66 member organizations
- 7 investors
- 1 corporate sponsor
- 478 program registrations
- 46.5 hours of programming
- 90 e-newsletters
- Grant Gurus workshops
- 66 jobs advertised
- 20+ organizations connected with 50 UNI students
- added additional educational training workshops to our members
- won the "Gift of the Heart Innovation" award in 2013
Check out the other benefits of membership HERE. If you are interested in joining CVNA, you can access our application form online HERE
If you have any questions, please email CVNA Coordinator at
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To submit an item for the next newsletter, click on the submit news page. Please note that only member organizations who have submitted membership applications may post items. The newsletter is published every two weeks.
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CVNA is pleased to announce the topics of our upcoming education events for the year ahead: 2014
- November 6th - Advocacy
- December 4th - Legislative Forum
More information about times and location will follow. Please check our web-site for additional information.
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Jean Trainor
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