NEWTON, IOWA (August 4, 2026) — YSS and NASCAR driver Carson Ware have joined forces for the upcoming NASCAR O'Reilly Auto Parts Series Race at Iowa (Hy-Vee Perks 250), bringing the organization’s new “Before it Becomes More: Strengthening Iowans Against Opioids” campaign to the national motorsports stage.

AMES, IOWA (July 29, 2026) — Iowans for Adoption, with title sponsor Iowa Farm Bureau, invites the community to attend the From Hope to Home Gala on Thursday, September 17, 2026, 6-8:30PM, at Reiman Gardens in Ames.

Guests are encouraged to arrive at 5:30PM to enjoy a complimentary stroll through the gardens before the evening begins.

BETTENDORF, IOWA (July 27, 2026) — As the needs of our communities continue to evolve, so does the need for strong, resilient non-profit organizations. Behind every successful program or service are the systems, leadership, and infrastructure that make meaningful impact possible.

ROCK ISLAND, ILLINOIS (July 27, 2026) — YWCA Quad Cities is expanding its Early Learning Academy by opening an additional preschool classroom and is now accepting applications for fall enrollment.

DAVENPORT, IOWA (July 23, 2026) — Across the Quad Cities, non-profit organizations are searching for skilled, engaged board members while many community professionals are looking for meaningful ways to contribute their expertise. Bridging that gap is essential to building stronger organizations, developing future civic leaders, and ensuring the non-profit sector has the leadership it needs to meet the region's most pressing challenges.

ALTOONA, IOWA (July 23, 2026) — The Prairie Meadows Board of Directors approved its largest round of community grant funding to date, awarding $17 million to 473 nonprofit organizations serving communities across Central Iowa. The historic investment underscores the organization's ongoing commitment to strengthening local communities and expanding access to programs and services that improve quality of life.

DAVENPORT, IOWA (July 21, 2026) — As non-profit organizations continue to navigate funding uncertainty, workforce challenges, and growing community needs, OneTable QC is bringing nationally-recognized leadership and burn-out researchers to the Quad Cities for a timely conversation on sustaining the people behind the mission.

IOWA CITY, IOWA (July 13, 2026) — In support of community change-makers in Iowa and Nebraska, Big Grove for Good proudly presented $8,000 grants to eight organizations this quarter, investing $64,000 into the communities where Big Grove has a presence. These direct funds are fueling initiatives for food accessibility, environmental stewardship, education, and more.

ROCK ISLAND, ILLINOIS (July 9, 2026) — Alternating Currents is bringing an exciting mix of stand-up, improv and one-of-a-kind comedy experiences to the Quad Cities with the announcement of its 2026 comedy programming for the festival held August 13-16 in Downtown Davenport, Bettendorf, and Rock Island.

DAVENPORT, IOWA (July 9, 2026) — The Putnam Museum and Science Center will welcome Academy Award-winning actress, author, and advocate Marlee Matlin for a powerful evening exploring accessibility, representation, and the role arts and culture play in building communities where everyone belongs.

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