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New survey finds ‘committed yet strained’ nonprofit sector in Central Iowa

United Way of Central Iowa, the Community Foundation of Greater Des Moines and Bravo Greater Des Moines have released the results of a new survey that found Central Iowa’s nonprofit sector is “committed yet strained” …

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Goodwill plans new retail store in Norwalk

Goodwill of Central Iowa plans to open a new retail store in Norwalk in the first quarter of 2025, the nonprofit organization announced. The retail store and donation center will be located at 1120 Sunset …

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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 …

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Food 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 …

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Kvalheim 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 …

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DMARC report highlights increasing racial disparity in Des Moines metro food insecurity

A new report by DMARC shows the increasing racial disparity in Des Moines-area food pantry visitors. Graphic provided by DMARC.

The percentage of Hispanic visitors to the Des Moines Area Religious Council food pantry network …

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Wells 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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ICON Center Street site receives $1 million from Casey’s

ICON Water Trails announced Monday a $1 million gift from Casey’s to support the project’s Center Street site in downtown Des Moines.

Casey’s will receive naming rights to a scenic overlook on the site, a …

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Gerdin Charitable Foundation pledges $3.5 million to Make-A-Wish Iowa

Make-A-Wish Iowa has received the largest pledged donation in its 39-year history. The nonprofit announced that North Liberty-based Gerdin Charitable Foundation has pledged a $700,000 annual match on donations made to Make-A-Wish Iowa for the …

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Variety announces grants to 81 nonprofits

Variety — the Children’s Charity has announced grants to 81 Iowa nonprofits. The grants aim to improve the lives of children in Iowa with funding for capital projects, essential medical equipment, shelters, inclusive playgrounds, Variety …