About our Charities

Matthew 25′s Block by Block

In the last three years, Block by Block has connected neighbors and repaired homes on more than twenty-five, flood-impacted blocks in Cedar Rapids. More than two-hundred and fifty homes have been repaired and thousands of lives touched.  Volunteers continue to stream in from around the country to support this vital work. Important neighborhood building work continues to be needed in these devastated neighborhoods. Abandoned houses and businesses remain prevalent. Matthew 25’s Block by Block program continues to provide hope. The program’s solutions-based, relationship-building approach builds on the gifts of neighbors who are working hard to bring their neighborhoods back to life. In the coming year, Matthew 25’s Block by Block will continue to rehabilitate flood-impacted homes, build new homes and connect neighbors old and new. To learn more, visit their website.

Henry Davidson Youth Center

Henry Davidson Youth Center was created to get kids off the street, promote a positive attitude, academic progress, and a drug-free environment. A secondary purpose is to provide a FREE hot breakfast to the homeless and those in need. Children can come to the center after school and on weekends and have a safe environment and the opportunity to mingle, play a few games, and do their homework. Afternoon snacks are provided. Parents can go to work without the worry of the welfare of their children. This organization has had huge impact on
the Cedar Rapids area community since opening in 1997. The HD Youth Center was effected by the flooding in 2008 and still continues to work towards recovery and rebuilding.  To learn more, visit their website.