17 Jun 2026

Quad Cities Contributors Council Announces New Approach for Non-Profits and Funders

By Megan Wright

BETTENDORF, IOWA (June 17, 2026) — A collection of major local funders of non-profit organizations, the Quad Cities Contributors Council, is reintroducing itself to the region with new ways to support transformational non-profit campaigns and strengthen philanthropy across the Quad Cities.

17 Jun 2026

First Community Trust Announces Partnership with Peoples Credit Union to Expand Wealth Management Services

By Makala Kafer

DUBUQUE, IOWA (June 17, 2026) — First Community Trust NA (FCT), a nationally-chartered trust company, has entered into a new partnership with Peoples Credit Union to enhance the range of financial services available to its members. As part of the collaboration, FCT Insurance, an affiliated agency, will also provide access to a variety of insurance products.

16 Jun 2026

Community Foundation of Cedar County Awards $150,950 in Local Grants

By Maria Olsen

CEDAR COUNTY, IOWA (June 16, 2026) — The Community Foundation of Cedar County has awarded $150,950 to local organizations working to enhance and improve the educational, cultural, recreational, and economic environment in Cedar County.

16 Jun 2026

Burlington Civic Music Association Honors Barb McRoberts for Two Decades of Leadership and Service

By Craig Borchard

Retiring Civic Music Program Director and former Board President Barbara McRoberts (left) and current Board President and Program Director Kay Conrad

11 Jun 2026

Brian Laufenberg Joins Moline Regional Community Foundation Board

By Krisan Steiger

MOLINE, ILLINOIS (June 11, 2026) — Moline Regional Community Foundation is excited to welcome Brian Laufenberg to its Board of Directors, where he brings more than forty years of financial services experience and a commitment to exceptional professional relationships and community service.

11 Jun 2026

Grow QC Q1 Market Report Shows Inflation Causing Slower Consumer Spending, But Midwest Mostly Stable

By Jennifer Walker

DAVENPORT, IOWA (June 11, 2026) — Nationally, consumer spending had its second-lowest quarterly growth rate in the last three years, but the strength of spending on AI infrastructure kept overall real GDP growth positive at a 1.6% seasonally adjusted annual rate, according to the Grow Quad Cities Q1 2026 Market Report.

10 Jun 2026

OneTable QC to Host Community Conversation on the State of Non-Profits One Year After Federal Budget Cuts

By Jackie Celske

DAVENPORT, IOWA (June 10, 2026) — One year after non-profit leaders, funders, policy-makers, and community members gathered to discuss the potential impact of federal budget cuts on the Quad Cities, OneTable QC is inviting the community back to the table for an important follow-up conversation.

10 Jun 2026

Quad Cities Chamber to Host 2026 Annual Meeting on August 5

By Jennifer Walker

DAVENPORT, IOWA (June 10, 2026) — The Quad Cities Chamber will host its 2026 Annual Meeting on Wednesday, August 5, at Rhythm City Casino Resort. The event will begin with cocktails and hors d’oeuvres at 3:30PM, followed by the program at 4PM. Registration is now open at QuadCitiesChamber.com.

02 Jun 2026

Hubbell-Waterman Foundation Grants Now Open; Funding Available for Scott and Rock Island County Non-Profits

By Megan Wright

BETTENDORF, IOWA (June 2, 2026) — The 2026 Hubbell-Waterman Foundation grant cycle is now open. The foundation provides grant funding to nonprofits in Scott County, Iowa, and Rock Island County, Illinois.

“The Hubbell-Waterman Foundation is proud to support the organizations that help our communities grow and adapt,” said David Lundy, chair of the Hubbell-Waterman Foundation’s Board of Trustees.

02 Jun 2026

Dress for Success Quad Cities Receives $25,000 Grant from Regional Development Authority to Expand Volunteer and Outreach Capacity

By Merit Pages

DAVENPORT, IOWA (June 2, 2026) — Dress for Success Quad Cities is pleased to announce it has received a $25,000 grant from the Regional Development Authority to support the hiring and implementation of a Volunteer and Outreach Coordinator position. This investment will strengthen the organization's ability to serve more women throughout the region by expanding volunteer recruitment, training, and community partnerships.

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