Horizons Launches Campaign for B. Young Center
The organization seeks to raise $500,000 to complete the development of a new wellness hub for older adults in Cedar Rapids.
Updated on Oct. 30, 2026 in Philanthropy
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Horizons East Central Iowa has launched a final fundraising campaign to secure $500,000 for the B. Young Center. This push follows the successful collection of $5.5 million in community donations for the facility.
Why it matters
The additional funding is critical for covering final construction costs and establishing an endowment to support the center. The facility is intended to serve as a hub for wellness, education, and social engagement for older adults throughout Eastern Iowa.
Horizons has already secured $5.5 million for the B. Young Center and is now working to raise the remaining $500,000. Donors can contribute to the project by calling 319-398-3943.
The players
Horizons East Central Iowa
This organization is a regional service provider that focuses on supporting the needs of older adults and the broader community.
B. Young Center
This upcoming facility is being developed to offer specialized wellness, social, and educational services for seniors in Eastern Iowa.
The details
The campaign invites the Cedar Rapids community to provide support through telephone donations or via the organization's website. These funds will finalize the construction and provide long-term financial stability for the center's services.
Timeline
The final fundraising campaign launched on October 24, 2026.
The organization announced the updated fundraising status on October 30, 2026.
Market Landscape
The B. Young Center development project serves as a cornerstone for community-based senior services in Cedar Rapids, mirroring similar regional healthcare infrastructure investments. This campaign follows the project's established pattern of relying on community-sourced capital to fund local health infrastructure.
Residents can directly impact the completion of this wellness hub by participating in the current donor solicitation efforts. The additional funds are necessary to ensure the center can begin offering services as planned for the local senior population.
The takeaway
Supporting this campaign assists in expanding accessible health and social resources for older adults in Eastern Iowa. Individuals interested in contributing can reach out via the provided contact number or online portal.
Further reading
Learn more about local efforts to support community health initiatives in the Philanthropy section.
More information
To make a gift or learn more about the project, visit the B. Young Center donation portal.
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