Cassie Shouse, Realtor with the Call Callahan Team at Remax Concepts, has been serving home buyers and sellers in the Cedar Rapids metro for more than 14 years. Real estate is her passion and she enjoys each and every person she has the opportunity to guide through the home buying and selling process. Her goal is to make your real estate dreams a reality! Cassie is also passionate about giving back to the Cedar Rapids community that has given her so much. She and her real estate team are heavily involved in their churches, schools, and various charities around the Cedar

Daybreak Rotary demonstrates a strong commitment to supporting local communities and philanthropic causes. Through their generosity, they help the Hopeful Mama Foundation bring hope, education, and support to women and families navigating infertility.

Joe and Kristen faced a lengthy and challenging infertility journey, but they remained determined throughout the process. Their path was made easier when Hopeful Mamas came into Kristen’s life at just the right time, providing the support they needed most. After several egg retrievals, medical procedures, and unsuccessful transfers, Joe and Kristen are thrilled to share that they are expecting a baby in the summer of 2025. They strongly believe in the mission of Hopeful Mama and are committed to helping the organization thrive. Joe and Kristen are passionate about fostering a supportive community for others facing similar challenges and

Jennifer and Ryan experienced the grief of unexplained infertility for years, but never gave up hope! After multiple failed IVF transfers, they welcomed their son, Wells, in April 2021. Jennifer and Ryan are passionate about Hopeful Mama Foundation and its mission to support families through the struggles of infertility to ensure that no one feels alone in their journey.

Spare Time Entertainment is best place to play! Our beautiful brand-new facility features luxury bowling lanes, full restaurant and bar, laser tag, escape rooms, tons of arcade games, and more. Perfect for family-friendly outings, birthday parties, celebrations, unforgettable corporate events, meetings, nights out, and so much more. Spare Time Cedar Rapids – Games, Lanes, Food & Fun! (sparetimeentertainment.com)

In 2017, Carissa Votroubek had a revelation that starting her own business was the key to flexibility and a great work life balance. "It’s been 7 years since we opened our first Scooter’s Coffee location and five stores later, there is no looking back. We have had our fair share of ups and downs over the last seven years, but in these last two years, have really hit our stride. We love being a part of Linn County and giving back to the community that has given us so much." Some keys to success: Find a great location Stay committed to high-quality

Since 1952, we at McGrath Family of Dealerships have been a trusted part of the Cedar Rapids Corridor, providing a welcoming place for you to purchase new or used vehicles. Our commitment goes beyond car sales; it’s about fostering strong community ties. We actively support our local community through sponsorships, participation in events, and fundraising efforts with our McGrath Cares program. For us, it’s not just about offering top-notch automotive services—it’s about giving back to the community that supports us.