# 9th Annual Great Eastern Iowa Duck Race

> Cedar Rapids Daybreak Rotary hosts a 15,000-duck race on June 17 supporting local youth organizations, with a $10,000 grand prize.

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- Published: June 17, 2017
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Cedar Rapids Daybreak Rotary hosts a 15,000-duck race supporting local youth organizations including YouthPort, the Jon Cushing Sunshine Fund, Big Brothers/Big Sisters, Kid's First Law Center, and the ESNA Village Network, with a $10,000 grand prize.

The ducks are making their way to Cedar Rapids, Iowa this weekend for the 9th Annual Great Eastern Iowa Duck Race on June 17, 2017.

**Who:** Cedar Rapids DayBreak Rotary

Over the last 8 years, through community involvement, investment by sponsors, and adopted ducks, the Cedar Rapids Daybreak Rotary has given more than $540,000 to local youth organizations.

**Where:** 420 6th Street SE, Cedar Rapids, Iowa

**When:** Saturday, June 17, 2017 from 12:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. CDT.

**Highlights:** Fans will enjoy a day of fun, activities and watching a total of 15,000 rubber ducks race. Over 15 prizes will be offered including a $2600 Sports Fan Getaway Package, a $500 Mall Shopping Spree, a $250 Spa Day Package, gift certificates to local businesses, and more. One lucky duck wins the $10,000 cash grand prize for its adoptive owner.

## Supported Organizations

- YouthPort at Polk Education Center
- Boys & Girls Clubs of Cedar Rapids, Tanager Place and Young Parents Network
- Jon Cushing Sunshine Fund
- Big Brothers/Big Sisters of Cedar Rapids
- Kid's First Law Center
- Daybreak Rotary's ESNA Village Network
- Project Help

Adopt a Duck today at www.easterniowaduckrace.org