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Nonprofits and Philanthropy

Deidre DeJear

Keeping a community gem shining

Deidre DeJear remembers attending Teree Caldwell-Johnson’s memorial service, walking away not feeling sad or with a sense of loss of her friend, but inspired.

She said there were so many stories that were shared during …

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Bravo Greater Des Moines awards $5.1 million in grants

Bravo Greater Des Moines, the regional arts council that provides funding and support to nonprofit cultural organizations and programs, has awarded over $5.1 million through two grant programs.

Bravo gave $4,908,113 in operating grants to …

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Rotary Club of Des Moines awards $50,000 grant to Ellipsis

The Rotary Club of Des Moines has awarded its annual $50,000 community service grant to Ellipsis, a nonprofit organization that provides youth and family support services. The grant will fund a kitchen and lounge area …

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Meals from the Heartland announces return of Gift of Hope Campaign

Meals from the Heartland, a West Des Moines-based nonprofit organization providing meals for food-insecure populations, has announced its annual Gift of Hope Campaign. This campaign invites volunteers to donate $75, which provides enough to feed …

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Storey Kenworthy & Workspace Foundation for Giving announces $25,000 in grants

Storey Kenworthy & Workspace Foundation for Giving has announced five nonprofit grant recipients for 2024 that will each receive $5,000. The recipients are the EveryStep Foundation, Wings of Refuge, the Chrysalis Foundation, the Iowa Center …

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Veridian announces recipients of $90,000 in Giving Tuesday donations

Veridian Credit Union has awarded $90,000 in Giving Tuesday donations to 16 organizations across Iowa, Nebraska and Minnesota in celebration of its 90th anniversary. The public nominated organizations for the campaign, which were drawn at …

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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 …