DES MOINES, IOWA (November 4, 2026) — The Iowa Finance Authority (IFA) Board of Directors has approved more than $6 million to help organizations across the state provide shelter and services to Iowans facing homelessness or a housing crisis. The funding will support 43 agencies whose combined service areas reach all 99 Iowa counties during the 2027 calendar year.

DAVENPORT, IOWA (October 12, 2026) — Amanda Burnham: Everything to Everyone, an immersive, site-specific installation by Baltimore-based artist Amanda Burnham, opened at the Figge Museum on October 10. The Figge’s first-floor Gildehaus Gallery has been transformed into an urban environment that explores the female figure and the social and cultural forces that shape women’s lives today.

CEDAR RAPIDS, IOWA (September 22, 2026) — AKWAABA QC is set to host its Third Annual Fundraising Gala, a significant event aimed at supporting the organization's mission to welcome and integrate immigrants, refugees, migrants, and asylum-seekers into the Quad Cities community. While the event is often referred to as a "fashion show fundraiser gala," the available information primarily highlights it as a fundraising gala with elements of cultural celebration and entertainment.

ROCK ISLAND, ILLINOIS (September 2, 2026) — The Quad City Botanical Center is allowing guests to pay what they want for admission to the gardens Friday, September 4 through Sunday, September 6. By giving guests the chance to name their price of admission, we hope to allow every community member a chance to experience all the summer gardens have to offer.