13 Jan 2023

Goodwill of the Heartland Moves Quad Cities Mission Services Offices to NorthPark Mall; Opens New Helms Career Center

By Lynda Waddington

CEDAR RAPIDS, IOWA (January 13, 2023) — Goodwill of the Heartland will host a Grand Opening Celebration for its Davenport Career and Support Services facilities at NorthPark Mall on Thursday, January 26. The event is open to the public and includes facility tours, a community ribbon cutting and light refreshments.

10 Jan 2023

Iowa Department of Cultural Affairs Invests $1.5 Million in Building Creative Places

By Jeff Morgan

DES MOINES, IOWA (January 10, 2023) — The Iowa Department of Cultural Affairs today announced it has awarded more than $1.5 million in grants to leverage local infrastructure projects and engaging programs that build culturally vibrant communities across the state.

10 Jan 2023

United Way’s Free Tax-Preparation Program Helps Quad Citizens Keep More of Their Hard-Earned Money

By Kevin Smith

ROCK ISLAND, ILLINOIS (January 10, 2023) — United Way Quad Cities is now accepting appointments for its volunteer tax-preparation services.

The Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) and Tax Counseling for the Elderly (TCE) programs, led by United Way and AARP, help thousands of local individuals and families prepare their income taxes free of charge. The service will be provided from February 1 to April 12 at various locations around the Quad Cities.

10 Jan 2023

Quad Cities Chamber Announces 2023 Regional Advocacy Priorities

By Jennifer Walker

BETTENDORF, IOWA (January 10, 2023) — The Quad Cities Chamber has ambitious goals for strengthening our regional business community. We are committed to advocating for local, state, and federal public policies which enhance our economic competitiveness, increase investment, and benefit our members and the region.

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09 Jan 2023

Quad Cities Community Foundation Grants $300,000 for Reducing Gun Violence

By Melanie Jones

BETTENDORF, IOWA (January 9, 2023) — Dwayne Hodges still remembers the run-ins he had with police as a young man. They may not all be happy memories, but today he’s working hand-in-hand with the Davenport Police Department and non-profit Family Resources to help turn the tide on gun violence in the Quad Cities community.

27 Dec 2022

Rhythm City Casino and Resort Raised $38,160 for the Quad Cities Veteran Outreach Center in November

By Samuel Naab

DAVENPORT, IOWA (December 27, 2022) — Rhythm City Casino and Resort supported the Quad Cities Veterans Outreach Center by giving guests free slot-play for making contributions to the veteran’s charity.

27 Dec 2022

Mercer County, Sherrard Schools See the Impact of Enhanced Mental-Health Services

By Melanie Jones

BETTENDORF, IOWA (December 27, 2022) — Since taking over as director of the Mercer County Mental Health Action Program (MHAP) one year ago, Krissy Dixon RN has seen just how needed her team and the services it provides are for students and families at Mercer County and Sherrard schools.

19 Dec 2022

Collaborative Effort Raises More Than $200,000 for River Bend Food Bank to Meet Emergency Needs This Winter

By Melanie Jones

BETTENDORF, IOWA (December 19, 2022) — Together, the Quad Cities Community Foundation and twelve other local funders and individual donors have raised $224,000 to help River Bend Food Bank feed children, adults, and seniors facing hunger this winter.

19 Dec 2022

Recipients Honored at Ceremony for New Quad Cities Grant Program

By Caitlin Lyga Wilson

DAVENPORT, IOWA (December 19, 2022) — Six non-profits in the Quad Cities were honored December 8 at the inaugural Community Investment Mini Grant Program Awards Ceremony of the Marine Credit Union Foundation at The J Bar Davenport.

16 Dec 2022

Iowa Business Council (IBC) Elects New Officers and Announces Legislative Priorities

By Joe Murphy

URBANDALE, IOWA (December 16, 2022) — The Iowa Business Council (IBC) has elected its slate of 2023–2024 officers at its final board meeting of 2022. The IBC serves as a catalyst for economic growth throughout Iowa while driving innovative policy solutions to enhance opportunity for every Iowan. The newly elected officers include:

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