Join us at the Olympic Southside Theater on Thursday, October 15th for the Recycle Gala


This unique event – hosted by Cedar Valley Habitat for Humanity and the Cedar Rapids Area Association of REALTORS – features a runway show with recycled attire designed by local artists, businesses, and community members.


This fabulously funky show celebrating recycled wear includes music, a live auction, drinks & hors d’oeuvres!


Doors open at 6 PM, show begins at 7 PM.


Proceeds go toward safe, decent, and affordable housing in Linn and Benton counties.

In Partnership With:

Thank you to our sponsors who have made this event possible in 2026:


Build to Suit, Inc. | Community 1st Credit Union | Concepts Cares Foundation | GreenState Credit Union | Pinnacle Realty

Adios Radon | Cedar Rapids Bank & Trust | Corda Credit Union | Guild Mortgage | Jeter Schrock & Associates, Inc. | Nothing Bundt Cakes | Ohnward Bank & Trust | O'Shea & O'Shea, PC | Realty87 | Riverside Casino & Golf Resort | Ruhl&Ruhl Realtors | Skogman Insurance | Skogman New Homes | Skogman Realty | Veridian Credit Union | Vigilant Home Inspections | Wired Production Group

 

Women Build

Registration is now open for our Women Build class on Home Repair Tips, taking place on November 3rd.


Join us for another hands-on learning experience designed to empower women with the knowledge and skills to take on simple home projects.


We hope to see you there!


Registration is required.

 

Volunteer Spotlight: Sean

Before becoming a Habitat volunteer, Sean was a longtime ReStore customer. Volunteering at the ReStore seemed like a natural next step after he retired.


Sean started by working shifts on the sales floor and as a scrapper. But it didn’t take long for another opportunity to come his way, as a suggestion was made that Sean might be a good fit for a Family Support role.


Soon after, Sean began working with Habitat families, helping them navigate the homeownership process. Today, he finds that work especially rewarding.


“It is very rewarding to help families go through the Habitat process and move into their new home.”


Sean also appreciates the people he meets along the way, from Habitat staff to fellow volunteers and the families he supports. We’re grateful that what began with shopping at the ReStore has grown into a meaningful way for Sean to help make Habitat’s mission a reality for local families.


If you would like to donate your time and talent by volunteering with Habitat, please contact Kelly Murphy at kelly.murphy@cvhabitat.org or 319.366.4485, ext. 104.

 

Construction Updates

1238 N St. SW in Cedar Rapids


Thank you to the volunteer groups that worked on this project in September:


Cedar Rapids Area Association of REALTORS

St. Pius X Catholic Church

St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Church

586 9th Ave. in Marion


Thank you to the volunteer groups that worked on this project in September:


Engineered Seal Products

Great America

Schneider Electric

1222 20th Ave. SW in Cedar Rapids


Thank you to the volunteer groups that worked on this project in September:


Transamerica

 

Cars For Homes

 

Recycle your idle vehicle through Cars For Homes to help Cedar Valley Habitat for Humanity build safe, affordable homes in Linn and Benton counties.


Please call 877.277.4344 or go to habitat.org/carsforhomes to donate!

 
 

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