CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa — Willis Dady Homeless Services has been awarded a $100,000 grant from the Cedar Rapids Rotary Club. The Grand Impact Grant, which was decided by a vote from 50 local businesses, will support the nonprofit’s efforts to expand its mattress recycling programs. These programs not only contribute to environmental sustainability but also provide employment opportunities for individuals in need within the community.
“To be able to see that amount of money coming into our organization to be able to meet this very tailored and individualized need is just extremely humbling that there are 50 businesses in the community that trust Willis Dady to be stewards of their money,” said Willis Dady Executive Director Alicia Faust…