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Happy Thanksgiving! Matthew 25 Holiday Hours

November 25, 2024 | Matthew 25 Update

Happy Thanksgiving! Matthew 25 Holiday Hours

As we enter Thanksgiving week, we want to express our deepest appreciation to everyone who has helped make our work possible.

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Matthew 25 Goes Solar: A Bright Step Toward Sustainability

November 19, 2024 | Sustainability

Matthew 25 Goes Solar: A Bright Step Toward Sustainability

The long-awaited switch to solar power is now official, and we’ve taken a giant leap for a greener future.

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Lifting Lives: How One Rental Opened the Door to Homeownership

November 11, 2024 | Stories of Impact

Lifting Lives: How One Rental Opened the Door to Homeownership

This is the story of a Cedar Rapids man who recently rented a home from Matthew 25 and the choices he has made.

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The Pay-it-Forward Life

October 25, 2024 | A Note From Clint

The Pay-it-Forward Life

Paying it forward is a choice each of us gets to make in countless ways each day.

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Matthew 25 Remembers Philip Hamilton

October 9, 2024 | A Note From Clint

Matthew 25 Remembers Philip Hamilton

In Groundswell, Philip found a way to put his deep yearnings for food justice, equity and authentic friendships to work.

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Chickens on the Urban Farm

October 4, 2024 | Education | Food

Chickens on the Urban Farm

These new additions bring eggs, educational opportunities, and compost acceleration to our Urban Farm.

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Storytellers of Cedar Rapids Kicks Off with Spectacular Success!

September 18, 2024 | Community Building

Storytellers of Cedar Rapids Kicks Off with Spectacular Success!

The new series debuted with a fun night of music, open mics, and unforgettable stories.

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Matthew 25 mourns the death of former Groundswell Director, Philip Hamilton

September 5, 2024 | A Note From Clint

Matthew 25 mourns the death of former Groundswell Director, Philip Hamilton

A casual remembrance and celebration of life, focused on food and storytelling, will happen on Saturday, September 28th at 10am at Groundswell Cafe.

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Storytellers of Cedar Rapids: A New Series Presented by Matthew 25

August 20, 2024 | Community Building

Storytellers of Cedar Rapids: A New Series Presented by Matthew 25

Join us on Wednesday, September 11 for the first in a series of live storytelling performances.

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Summer Stories: Youth Development Program, Week 8

August 19, 2024 | Education

Summer Stories: Youth Development Program, Week 8

Week 8 was a fulfilling conclusion to the summer, filled with presentations, hands-on learning at the Mississippi River Museum, baking, farm tasks, and a heartfelt celebration of the student’s achievements.

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