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1 Million Cups: Big Brothers Big Sisters of Cedar Rapids & East Central Iowa
March 27 from 8:45 am to 10:00 am
1 Million Cups Cedar Rapids Presents:
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Cedar Rapids & East Central Iowa
Big Brothers Big Sisters is a local nonprofit organization focused on inspiring, igniting, and empowering potential within youth in our community. In 2022, they supported more than 420 youth through community-based and school-based mentorship opportunities.
Today, Big Brothers Big Sisters has around 160 local children (5-14) waiting to find their mentor. As the pandemic has created lasting effects on the lives of youth in our community they have seen an increase in requests for youth to have a Big as a mentor. Emily Zimmon, Chief Development Officer, would love to share with our audience the positive impact Big Brothers Big Sisters makes in the community and where we struggle to recruit volunteer mentors.
Program Schedule
- 8:30-9:00 – Coffee & Conversation
- 9:00-9:45 – Official Program
- 9:45-10:00 – Q&A
About 1 Million Cups Cedar Rapids
The Kauffman Foundation developed 1 Million Cups (1MC) on the notion that entrepreneurs discover solutions and network over a million cups of coffee. We welcome early-stage businesses and established companies facing interesting challenges to present their companies. Typically, one or several representatives present before a panel of experts. They seek advice and then engage the audience in a question-and-answer session to encourage collaborative and honest conversations. We also feature expert speakers, founder fireside interviews, and explorations of business failures and the lessons learned!
The Cedar Rapids chapter is the sixth in the U.S., and events take place almost every Wednesday. Every event is free, and everyone is welcome and encouraged to attend!
Join us on Wednesdays @ 8: 30 a.m. at the Geonetric Cafe. Each event features a presentation or conversation with a new founder, entrepreneur, business leader, subject matter expert, or creative. Find a list of upcoming events and presenters on our Calendar.
We update events as new information is available, so check the calendar often!
