Foundation 2 Crisis Services

03/20/2026

We hope warmer weather and more sunshine in the future boost your mental health! Take time to soak up sunshine this spring and enjoy the warming temps.

03/19/2026

💚 We are honored to partner for National Semicolon Day with The Crow's Nest in Dubuque! 💚

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We’re proud to support Foundation 2 Crisis Services, with 50% of all proceeds donated directly to the cause. Your participation helps provide life-saving crisis support, mental health resources and hope to those who need it most.
Event Details:

📅 Date: April 18 10:00AM-6:00PM
💵 Cost: $100 (Cash Only)
🔞 Must be 18 years or older
🪪 Valid photo state ID required

National Semicolon Day represents continuation, a reminder that someone’s story isn’t over. Together, we can stand for hope, resilience, and support.

Select semicolon designs are available. Spots are first come, first served!

Visit our event page to see this year's designs at: https://www.facebook.com/events/1433229751540963

03/18/2026

Join , and us for a theatre experience to "uncover creative bystander strategies on ending sexual violence" with Forum Theatre in Farley, IA. April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month.

Tuesday, April 7
5-7 p.m.
Farley City Memorial Hall (301 First St. N, Farley, IA)

Free and open to the public.

If your group or organization is hosting an event that may bring up difficult feelings or experiences, reach out to us at 319-362-2174. Based on scheduling and availability, we can provide printer resources or have a table with resources and a crisis counselor available.

03/17/2026

For many people in recovery, or anyone questioning their relationship with alcohol, events centered around drinking can be tough. Alcohol use can also worsen mental health concerns or thoughts of su***de.

If that’s you, you’re not alone. We’re here to listen, talk through your concerns, and help you create a plan that supports your goals around alcohol or drug use.

03/16/2026

When you reach out to us, you define what a "crisis" is. Nothing is "too small" if it makes life difficult to navigate. If you feel you'd benefit from talking to someone about what you're going through, we're here to support you. Call/text 988 or call 319-362-2174 to connect with a counselor anytime, 24/7. It's free and confidential.

There is help. There is hope. We can help you find both. 💚NAMI

To learn more about our support programs, visit www.namibuckspa.org/support/.

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03/16/2026

Our headquarters building in Downtown Cedar Rapids is on the SaPaDaPaSo parade route tomorrow afternoon. We'll be open, but access to our building will be impacted. All crisis services will operate normally.

If you want to visit us for a non-urgent need, we encourage you to plan around the parade traffic.

03/13/2026

Check out this Mental Health Awareness Toolkit from Iowa Healthiest State Initiative! It includes information about our services, which are available to all people, any time, every time. Together, we can be a trusted support when life gets tough.

Every year, Iowa Healthiest State Initiative releases tools and resources for employers across the state to raise awareness of mental health and take steps to end the stigma

03/13/2026

It was exciting to officially open the new Achieving Maximum Potential kitchen in our Downtown Cedar Rapids headquarters building! A HUGE thank you to Junior League of Cedar Rapids for making this project a reality. The new, commercial kitchen will ensure AMP meetings will continue to have a hot meal, and open new opportunities to help youth expand their cooking skills.

We Are AMP Iowa

Thank you to sponsors Corda Credit Union, Metro North Rotary Club of Cedar Rapids, Rinderknecht Associates Inc, Clickstop Cares, New Leader Manufacturing, Diamond V, Alliant Energy and the Garlock Family for supporting this project. You've made a lasting impact for youth involved in foster care and other out-of-home placements. Thank you!

03/13/2026

We will be at "Advocating for Su***de Prevention," presented by Pete's Legacy on Saturday, March 28 in Mt. Pleasant. You're invited to attend to learn more and support su***de prevention efforts.

Save the Date for the Pete's Legacy Main Street Mile fundraiser on Saturday, Sept. 26 in Mt. Pleasant. We receive a portion of the proceeds. Registration is open at https://runsignup.com/Race/Register?raceId=186709

03/12/2026

Life is tough. You don't have to handle it alone. If you're experiencing mental health concerns or thoughts of su***de, we're here to help.

Call, text or chat with us, or request in-person support through our Mobile Crisis Outreach service. It's free, confidential and available 24/7.

Get started by calling/texting 988 or calling 319-362-2174.

Please note: This video includes a simulated call done with voice actors. It is not a client call to the crisis center.

03/12/2026

We hosted volunteers from the Workplace Volunteer Committee this week to help get our new kitchen ready for the ribbon cutting! Thank you for the elbow grease and attention to detail!

The kitchen will be used to provide hot, homemade meals for the We Are AMP Iowa peer group. Interested in volunteering to prepare a meal? Email info@foundation2.org.