Nonprofits and Philanthropy

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2025 Heart Ball campaign co-chairs announced

Matt Leaders, vice president and general manager of the Central Iowa division for Graham Construction Co., and Craig Erickson, commercial development and energy services market leader for Shive-Hattery, are the volunteer co-chairs for the American …

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2024 Philanthropy Day award winners recognized

The Central Iowa Chapter of the Association of Fundraising Professionals today recognized the 2024 Philanthropy Day award winners at the 39th Annual Philanthropy Day Awards Luncheon. The Philanthropy Day awards recognize individuals and organizations that …

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A Closer Look: Paige Moore

When the opportunity arose to apply to be the next executive director of the Ronald McDonald House Charities of Central Iowa, Paige Moore knew it was a perfect fit. 

In addition to her previous career …

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2024 Harkin Disability Employment Summit set for Dec. 18-19 in DC

The Harkin Institute’s annual Harkin International Disability Employment Summit will take place in Washington, D.C., on Dec. 18 and 19. The two-day conference aims to bring together stakeholders from around the world to increase the …

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Iowa Community Capital receives $50,000 grant, resources from Bank of America

Bank of America named Iowa Community Capital as its 2024 Neighborhood Champion in Iowa, awarding the nonprofit a $50,000 grant over two years and other resources. According to a news release, Iowa Community Capital works …

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Sustainability nonprofit awards grants to 3 organizations

The Wright Foundation for Sustainability and Innovation (WFSI), a nonprofit headquartered in West Des Moines, has announced three grants totaling $162,376 to three Iowa organizations. Friends of Des Moines Parks received a $50,243 grant to …

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Donor opens $250K dollar-for-dollar match to help DMARC fight food insecurity during holiday season

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After setting a record in October for the highest monthly total of people helped in its food pantry network, the Des Moines Area Religious Council has launched a matching campaign — with the …

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Wagler named AARP’s Iowa state director

Michael Wagler, who has been Main Street Iowa’s coordinator for nearly 13 years, has been named the Iowa state director for AARP.

Wagler, who began his new position on Nov. 11, will oversee AARP’s Iowa …

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LSI resettles 722 refugees, Special Immigrant Visa holders in Iowa in 2024

Lutheran Services in Iowa says its immigrant and refugee resettlement program found placement for 722 refugees and Special Immigrant Visa holders in Iowa for the federal fiscal year 2024. Nationwide, the human services nonprofit has …

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State grants awarded to housing providers

Ten providers of Permanent Supportive Housing have been awarded $554,596 from the Iowa Finance Authority, the agency announced. Permanent Supportive Housing is an evidence-based, minimal-barrier housing intervention for people experiencing homelessness. The programs are designed …