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Nonprofits and Philanthropy

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Habitat for Humanity launches $10.5M Framing Our Future capital campaign

The Greater Des Moines Habitat for Humanity announced today a new Framing Our Future capital campaign, a $10.5 million fundraising initiative aimed at ensuring all Central Iowans have the stability of an affordable and well-located …

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Harkin Institute partners with Winefest Des Moines for Dining in the Dark

The Harkin Institute is partnering with Winefest Des Moines to host a Dining in the Dark event, presented by the Weinhardt Law Firm, at 6 p.m. Nov. 16 at the Tom and Ruth Harkin Center …

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Urban Dreams to honor Alfredo Parrish at Roast and Toast fundraiser

Urban Dreams will honor attorney Alfredo Parrish during its annual Roast and Toast fundraiser on Nov. 27. Parrish is the founder and senior partner of Parrish Kruidenier, where he practices in the areas of personal …

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Veridian Credit Union seeks public nominations for local Giving Tuesday donations

Veridian Credit Union is asking for public input on which local nonprofit organizations should receive a portion of $35,000 for Giving Tuesday on Nov. 28. Members of the public are invited to nominate their favorite …

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Iowa Public Radio exceeds inaugural comprehensive campaign goal, raises $8 million

In its first 16 months under independent, nonprofit ownership, Iowa Public Radio says it has exceeded its fundraising targets, and officials from the news and entertainment service say the organization has the funds to grow.…

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Toni and Tim Urban, Fred Weitz named 2023 Oak Society honorees

The Oak Society Reception on Nov. 2 will recognize Fred Weitz and Toni and Tim Urban as the Oakridge Neighborhood’s 2023 Oak Society honorees. Weitz served on the Oakridge Neighborhood board of directors and played …

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United Way of Central Iowa names Susan Kloewer chief advancement officer

The United Way of Central Iowa has appointed Susan Kloewer as the organization’s chief advancement officer. Kloewer, who will join the organization’s senior leadership team on Dec. 1, will provide guidance to communications and the …

John Deere Foundation announces $19M in grants to reduce hunger

The John Deere Foundation is providing a series of grants totaling $19 million that are aimed at eliminating hunger.

Announced by Josh Jepsen, senior vice president and chief financial officer at Deere and Co., during …

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NAMI Iowa selects Ryan Crane as executive director

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The National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) Iowa Board of Directors announced that Ryan Crane will become the organization’s next executive director, beginning Nov. 27. Crane previously served as director of philanthropy for …

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Central Iowa Philanthropy Day award winners selected

The Central Iowa Chapter of the Association of Fundraising Professionals has announced the 2023 Philanthropy Day award winners, who will be recognized on Nov. 17 at the 38th Annual Philanthropy Day Awards Luncheon. 

The 2023 …