Kirkwood Shatters Fundraising Record | Cedar Rapids News

Kirkwood Community College just shattered its fundraising record, raising over $22 million — thanks in part to a $2 million gift from the Russell and Ann Gerdin Charitable Foundation — to revamp healthcare labs and train the next generation of medical professionals. The campaign, “The Community’s College – The Community’s Future,” not only hit its $15 million goal but soared past it by 40%, fueled by contributions from 1,600 donors and major gifts including a $1 million scholarship match challenge. If voters approve a November bond measure, even more upgrades could follow. In honor of their generosity, the college will rename its Health Sciences wing after the Gerdins — a powerful symbol of community commitment to education and workforce readiness. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/cb7ab3f96c5dc237