The North Lee Community Foundation is located in southeast Iowa in Ft. Madison, almost 100 miles from the Quad Cities Community Foundation and oftentimes even farther from fellow affiliates. “We kind of feel alone sometimes,” said Dennis Osipowicz. “But we all have the same challenges and it’s good to get together and share ideas.”
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The Quad Cities Community Foundation staff recently took some time to acknowledge our organizational accomplishments and all the good things people like you have done this year—from leaving a legacy that will impact our community for decades to the random acts of kindness that give the Quad Cities incredible heart.
Read MoreBe open and honest. That’s the advice Esmeralda Jinez would give to Quad City high school and college students this year as they apply for scholarships from the Quad Cities Community Foundation.
Read MoreKathi Morency had no idea that reading The White Oleander would lead to the establishment of a scholarship to benefit foster children.
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“He was always late!” exclaimed Katie Kiley, wife of the late John Kiley. “John often accomplished more in one day, than most people do in two.” Katie recalled one of many evenings when John was late for supper. While John was out on a run, he encountered a woman whose car had run out of gas. “John ran to the nearest gas station to get fuel for the woman.”
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November is a month of gratitude, and there are so many reasons to be thankful for the generosity in this community.
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For students who work feverishly on sculpture and wood bench projects each summer as part of the Quad City Arts Metro Youth Apprenticeship Program, it is always a rush to the very end. "They always say they wish they had a little more time," said Margot Day, Community Engagement Specialist at Quad City Arts. "It's crunch time."
Read MoreThere's something satisfying about walking around your own community and seeing what a little generosity has accomplished. For Aaron Horman, a former advisory board member and current Executive Secretary of the Cedar County Community Foundation, it is a reminder of why he continues his work with the foundation.
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Every year, the RiverCenter in downtown Davenport, IA hosts the Quad City Regional Auto Show. This event showcases close to 100 auto dealers from the bi-state region. Family-friendly activities are held in conjunction with the show, making this event fun for people of all ages.
Read MoreEdwin Adland was born on April 8, 1904, in North Cape, WI. He graduated from Iowa State University with a degree in civil engineering. His education led him to a career with the Army Corp of Engineers at the Rock Island Arsenal.
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When kids leave after a session at Juan Diez Rancheros, where they work with horses as a form of emotional therapy, Executive Director Michele Allison wants them to feel one thing—valuable. "They are valuable," she said. "The world may make them feel like they aren't, but I see their value."
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Generous. Committed. Visionaries.
I can’t think of a better description for the special group of individuals and families who have made purposeful decisions to give forever by establishing legacy and endowment gifts through the Quad Cities Community Foundation.
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Dr. and Mrs. Rhee were raised in Korea where education is the highest priority for a Korean family. They established the Dr. and Mrs. Yang Ho Rhee Scholarship in 2000 with the goal of honoring children of Korean heritage with educational benefits. “Education for the young people is the best thing,” said Dr. Rhee.
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It is with gratitude for the past and excitement for her future that we congratulate Barbara Melbourne, our Vice President of Development, on her new role as Vice Chancellor of Institutional Advancement at Palmer College of Chiropractic in Davenport. While we are sad to see her go, we are happy for her as she sets out on this new professional adventure.
Read MoreThis video showcases community pride and the people and places of the Quad Cities that make it a great place to live, work and play. When Justin Timberlake challenged the nation to make their own version of his "Can't Stop the Feeling" music video, Young Professionals of the Quad Cities (YPQC) accepted as an opportunity to showcase Quad Citizen swagger.
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Forty-five area nonprofit programs were awarded $581,450 on October 12 during the Amy Helpenstell Foundation Fund’s grant reception at the iWireless Center in Moline.
Read MoreYou don't have to look very far to see the wonderful ways people in our community are influencing our world for the better. The past month has been full of examples, starting with United Way's Day of Caring.
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Sabrina Dale doesn't mind admitting she was a little skeptical when her boss gave the entire staff a book about how to create a healthy work environment and strengthen morale. "But then I went through it and thought I'd give it a chance," she said. "I was hesitant at first, but completely onboard by the time I got done."
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When it comes to managing investments, the Quad Cities Community Foundation must do one thing well—find balance. (Okay, that requires us to do a lot of things well!)
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Diana De Pover was an expert at automotive collision repair. Her father, Larry worked at the Rock Island Arsenal but he also worked on cars, and even though he didn’t steer her in that direction, she apparently had the aptitude.
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