Nonprofits and Philanthropy

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Waukee Betterment Foundation announces 2023 endowment fund

Applications for the Waukee Betterment Foundation’s endowment fund are now open until Aug. 15. Organizations interested in applying for endowment grants can submit their applications through the Waukee Betterment Foundation’s website. In 2022, the Endowment …

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Ellipsis hosts virtual auction for Iowa youths

Ellipsis, a youth services and shelter organization dedicated to supporting kids and families in Central Iowa, announced the opening of its virtual auction, with all proceeds aimed at benefiting the community. The auction runs in …

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Volunteers needed for AAU Junior Olympic Games

Greater Des Moines is gearing up to host over 12,000 athletes and their families for the 2023 AAU Junior Olympic Games from July 26 to Aug. 5. Recognized as one of the largest youth multisport …

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Two Central Iowa nonprofits to merge into new organization

Bidwell Riverside Center and Hawthorn Hill, both rooted in the United Methodist Church and affiliated with United Way of Central Iowa, are set to merge on July 1. The newly formed organization, Families Forward, will …

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Music Collective hosts networking space at 80/35 concert

The Music Collective DSM, founded early this year by a group of Iowa music industry professionals whose goal is to create a sustainable local music economy in Des Moines, will host an industry networking space …

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MercyOne House of Mercy fundraiser sets new record

The 2023 MercyOne House of Mercy Game Show Gala, presented by Community Choice Credit Union, raised $525,829 on June 22. The event, held in downtown Des Moines, saw a 25% increase in contributed revenue compared …

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Habitat for Humanity starts duplex project in Ankeny

Lance Henning, CEO of Greater Des Moines Habitat for Humanity, speaks during a groundbreaking ceremony for a new project in Ankeny. Photo courtesy of Habitat for Humanity

A groundbreaking ceremony held this week in Ankeny …

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Nominations for Iowa Women of Achievement Awards now open

Women Lead Change announced that nominations are now open for the 2023 Iowa Women of Achievement Awards. These awards aim to recognize the contributions of historical Iowa women who have made outstanding and lasting impacts …

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New Ellipsis apartments open door for young people to live successful lives

A digital rendering of what the new independent living apartments being built by Ellipsis will look like. Image provided by Ellipsis.

Young people who are part of Ellipsis’ residential program will soon be moving into …

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Anawim hosting event celebrating those who have overcome homelessness

Anawim Housing and community partners are hosting the annual Rising Toward Community event on June 21. The event celebrates the strength and resilience of individuals and families who have overcome homelessness on their journey to …