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Spina Bifida Association of Iowa holding 50th anniversary gala
The Spina Bifida Association of Iowa will hold its 50th anniversary gala on Nov. 9, according to a news release. The Iowa nonprofit aims to enhance the lives of those affected by spina bifida through …
Read MoreFood Bank of Iowa raises nearly $170,000 for childhood hunger
The Food Bank of Iowa raised $169,588 during its second annual Drive Away Childhood Hunger golf tournament on Sept. 26. The funds will support the Food Bank’s 162 school pantries and its BackPack Program, which …
Read MoreGrinnell College extends president’s contract by five years
Grinnell College’s trustees announced they have entered a five-year contract extension with President Anne F. Harris. Under this contract, her service in the role will extend through June 30, 2030. Harris joined Grinnell in 2019 …
Read MoreKvalheim receives 2024 Tocqueville Society Award
The United Way of Central Iowa has announced Grant Kvalheim, president and CEO of Athene, as the recipient of the 2024 Tocqueville Society Award. Past awardees select the recipient from Tocqueville Society members who demonstrate …
Read MoreDes Moines to host first and second rounds of 2028 NCAA Championships
The NCAA has announced that Des Moines will host the first and second rounds of the Division 1 men’s basketball championships in March 2028, according to a news release from Catch Des Moines. Des Moines …
Read MoreDMARC report highlights increasing racial disparity in Des Moines metro food insecurity
The percentage of Hispanic visitors to the Des Moines Area Religious Council food pantry network …
Read MoreNominations open for DSM Fellowship program
Nominations are now open for the 2025-26 DSM Fellowship program, a professional development initiative for early career professionals who demonstrate emerging leadership. Participants in the 15-month program have three to seven years of professional experience. …
Read MoreMPO seeks input on priority safety improvements
The Des Moines Area Metropolitan Planning Organization is asking the public to identify top priority safety improvements as part of the development of its Comprehensive Safety Action Plan. On the MPO’s website, the public can …
Read MoreKemin Industries names Burt to new head of global corporate affairs role
Des Moines-based global ingredient manufacturer Kemin Industries has appointed Lauren Burt to the company’s new position of head of global corporate affairs, according to a news release. She will oversee Kemin’s corporate and public affairs …
Read MoreWells Fargo Foundation announces $325K in new grants to Central Iowa nonprofits
The charitable arm of Wells Fargo recently announced it’s giving $325,000 in new grants to five Central Iowa nonprofits to support initiatives addressing regional needs linked to financial health, housing and small business, according to …
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