Education is Everyone’s Business Luncheon

The Education is Everyone’s Business Luncheon highlights the partnerships between businesses, organizations, and community leaders dedicated to supporting education in Council Bluffs.

The luncheon is a time to reflect on the progress we’ve made together, and to renew our shared commitment to ensuring a brighter future for every student in our district. You will have the opportunity to hear firsthand accounts from those whose lives have been changed by the support of our community, as well as gain insight into the continued efforts of the Council Bluffs Schools Foundation to create a lasting impact. 


Community Impact Award

It is our tradition to recognize a special person during the luncheon who is truly making an impact in our community with our annual Community Impact Award. 

The purpose of the Community Impact Award is simple: to recognize partners of the Council Bluffs Schools who are working to improve the lives of our children and families, and create a better future for our community.

Dr. Susan Toohey is one of those individuals. As the Director of Educational Initiatives for the Lozier Foundation since 2014, Dr. Toohey is immersed in projects that make a difference in our metropolitan area.

We are proud to count on Dr. Toohey as a distinguished partner and friend of the Council Bluffs School District community. She exemplifies the Community Impact award’s name through funding and partnerships to expand educational opportunities and to shine a light on educational leadership. As an educator herself, she understands and appreciates what an investment in schools and educators can do for the broader community.  

Previous Community Impact Award Winners:

Brandy Wallar (2020)

Dr. Jill Ogg-Gress (2021)

Deb Goodman (2022)

Barry Cleaveland (2023)


Thank you to our sponsors for making this event possible.

Innovator Sponsor