Foundation 2 Crisis Services

06/06/2026

Su***de prevention and intervention trainings are one way we work to create safer, stronger communities. We recently provided a su***de prevention training for Linn County, Iowa staff, thanks to funding provided by the Cedar Rapids HOPEwalk.

06/05/2026

Our Group Violence Intervention team with Stand Up for Peace - Linn County held a community meeting today to share about their efforts to reduce group and gun violence in our community. Join them in wearing orange in honor of National Gun Violence Prevention Day!

Today is Gun Violence Awareness Day and our Group Violence Intervention team is wearing orange to show their support. Thank you to everyone who attended our community session today at Foundation 2 Crisis Services!

06/05/2026

We are in the spirit for the Cedar Rapids Marathon in Downtown Cedar Rapids! Our Downtown Cedar Rapids location is on the route. We hope you feel encouraged when you run (or walk) by this weekend!

06/03/2026

Our community did so many wonderful things for mental wellness during Mental Health Awareness Month bingo! Thank you to everyone who participated!

Haven't turned in your bingo card? Turn in your completed card at Stack Wellness Cafe in Downtown Cedar Rapids or Foundation 2 Crisis Services (305 2nd Ave. SE in Downtown Cedar Rapids) through June 5 to be entered to win a Stack gift card.

06/01/2026

Having access to hygiene products can help improve mental and physical health. Our Mobile Crisis Outreach program in Bettendorf is hosting a hygiene drive for the clients they serve.

You can help us serve our community members who are experiencing crisis by donating new hygiene products.

Donations can be mailed to or dropped off at our Bettendorf location (1912 Middle Rd. Suite 400 in Bettendorf) or our Headquarters location (305 2nd Ave. SE in Cedar Rapids). We are open Monday-Friday 8 a.m.-4 p.m.

Our most critical needs are:
- Toothbrushes and toothpaste
- Shampoo and conditioner (for all hair types)
- Body wash and bar soap
- Feminine care products
- Deodorant
- Hair brushes & combs
- Mini first aid kits
- Lip balm
- Sunscreen
- Bug spray
- Baby and body wipes

06/01/2026

❤️🧡💛 Our mission is to be a trusted support when life gets tough for All people. Any time. Every time. 💚💙💙

05/30/2026

Finishing your Mental Health Awareness Month bingo card?

If you haven't turned it in yet, you can turn it in at Foundation 2 Crisis Services (305 2nd Ave. SE in Downtown Cedar Rapids) or the Downtown Cedar Rapids Stack Wellness Cafe location through June 5 to be entered to win a gift card to Stack!

05/29/2026

We are looking for volunteers to provide a meal for our peer support group for teens and young people involved in the child welfare system.

Open dates are June 25, July 23 and August 27. Use our brand-new Corda Credit Union kitchen for meal preparation (not pictured below). Responsibilities include preparing a meal, helping serve it and cleaning up afterward.

Details:
- Grab your friends, family or co-workers! This is a great group opportunity for 3-6 volunteers.
- You'll be preparing a meal for approximately 30 participants.
- Volunteers must be 18 years or older.
- Need help with recipes? We can help!

If you're interested, email us at [email protected] or call 319-362-1170.

05/28/2026

Mental Health Awareness Month is almost over, but we're here all year! We're here to listen, help you navigate difficult situations, and connect you with on-going support. You don't have to handle concerns about mental health, thoughts of su***de and more on your own.

Call/text 988 or call 319-362-2174. It's always free, confidential and available 24/7.

05/28/2026

Only a few more days to double your impact for Operation Awareness!

Your support helps families and friends memorialize their loved one who has died by su***de with a tile in their honor on the Legacy Wall at Foundation 2 Crisis Services.

Together, we can make your donation go twice as far. Donate at
https://iowagivingcrew.networkforgood.com/projects/299732-igc-supports-mental-health-awareness-month-may-26

Learn more about our partnership with Foundation 2 Crisis Services at foundation2.org/operation-awareness

*Donations up to $4,000 made to IGC between May 1-31, 2026