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.
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
