Our Children.
We have a heart for the children in our community and are dedicated to seeing them thrive!
We provide afterschool programming, summer programming, and meals. We collaborate with others to provide backpacks, vision testing and other resources for our students to be more successful.
After School Programming
The children's programming provides a safe and supportive environment with a positive and trusted adult mentor. During programming we provide games, STEM activities, crafts and bible lessons with the focus to foster the relationships and love for our children and their families. Programming is provided in the Marion Village and Squaw Creek Village communities.
Summer Connection
Summer Connection is our free community-wide summer program focused on broadening kids’ horizons and offering unique opportunities for continued learning through play and mentorship.
We exercise our minds through STEM and educational projects, we exercise our hearts through community connection and healthy relationships, and we exercise our bodies at the park, splash pad, sports activities and field trips! This years focus is on moving our bodies and resilience.
Thank you to our Summer Connection partners who make this program possible:
Greater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation
Son-Seekers
Son-Seekers is faith based activities in addition to our Summer Connection Program.
Backpack to School
Registration is Now Open!
Students in need who attend Marion Independent or Linn-Mar schools are invited to sign up for a free backpack filled with school supplies—sponsored by caring local families and businesses who anonymously adopt and shop for each student!
🗓️ Registration is open May 2 – July 4
Don’t miss out—sign up today to ensure your child is matched!
Questions? Text 319-377-5344 or email rachael@marioncares.org
Register to receive school supplies here
We partner with the schools to brighten the holidays for children in need! Any student in need who attends a Marion Independent or Linn-Mar school is welcome to sign up. Contact your local school office for questions about registration.