http://www.desmoinesfoundation.org/RSS document generatorCopyright 2013 Blue CompassBlue Compass RSS Generatorhttp://www.desmoinesfoundation.org/article.aspx?id=95The Evelyn K. Davis Center for Working Families became an integral part of the neighborhood and community which it serves not long after its grand opening this past August. Wed, 12 Jun 2013 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.desmoinesfoundation.org/article.aspx?id=94The Community Foundation is pleased to announce that Gordon Fischer will serve as Vice President of Gift Planning Strategies. Tue, 28 May 2013 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.desmoinesfoundation.org/article.aspx?id=93The Community Foundation of Greater Des Moines announced recipients of Better Together Awards at its annual Celebration Luncheon and Report to the Community. Mon, 13 May 2013 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.desmoinesfoundation.org/article.aspx?id=92The Community Foundation is honoring nonprofit organizations, civic groups and individuals who are building social capital in our community with the Better Together Award. Tue, 07 May 2013 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.desmoinesfoundation.org/article.aspx?id=82Applications for tuition scholarships through the Mary E. Wood Scholarship Fund and the Larry W. Carter Scholarship Fund are currently available for African-American students seeking higher education. Tue, 05 Mar 2013 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.desmoinesfoundation.org/article.aspx?id=78The Community Foundation of Greater Des Moines is providing a $75,000 Leadership Grant to support the Bridges of Iowa Women's Substance Abuse Treatment Program.Fri, 22 Feb 2013 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.desmoinesfoundation.org/article.aspx?id=75Congress started the New Year by passing the American Taxpayer Relief Act of 2012 on January 2 in a deal to avert the fiscal cliff. The new law gives taxpayers and donors some certainty moving forward for charitable giving and gift planning. Fri, 11 Jan 2013 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.desmoinesfoundation.org/article.aspx?id=74As part of the Capital Crossroads five-year regional vision plan, the Social Capital Committee has developed an inter-generational mentorship program that kicks off this month. Wed, 09 Jan 2013 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.desmoinesfoundation.org/article.aspx?id=73Sweeten the Deal this holiday shopping season with the Community Foundation and Crème Cupcake + Dessert. Crème Cupcake + Dessert is offering a free cupcake for each Giving Card purchased December 11-18, 2012. Tue, 11 Dec 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.desmoinesfoundation.org/article.aspx?id=72After five years of serving in a leadership role at the Community Foundation of Greater Des Moines, Barry Griswell will retire from his current position as Chief Executive Officer effective July 1, 2013.Thu, 06 Dec 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.desmoinesfoundation.org/article.aspx?id=71Community Foundation of Greater Des Moines Giving Cards encourage giving in our community that is unique, meaningful and fun, just in time for the holidays. Giving Cards promote charitable giving and provide a giving opportunity that allows the recipient of the card to direct it to benefit any 501(c)(3) charitable organization.Mon, 26 Nov 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.desmoinesfoundation.org/article.aspx?id=70We are on the cusp of the holiday shopping season with Black Friday and Cyber Monday on the heels of Thanksgiving. This year support Giving Tuesday, which encourages support of local nonprofit organizations. Wed, 21 Nov 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.desmoinesfoundation.org/article.aspx?id=66Leaders of Capital Crossroads five-year regional vision plan have developed an inter-generational mentorship program as part of the Social Capital component of the plan. Community Connect: Mentors Inspiring Success sustains and expands leadership throughout the region by inspiring future leaders and givers through meaningful and creative mentoring connections. Tue, 16 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.desmoinesfoundation.org/article.aspx?id=61The Directors Council (TDC) has been awarded a $25,000 Leadership Grant for the African American Leadership Forum from the Community Foundation of Greater Des Moines. Funds will support capacity building, leadership development and activities that will enhance the community and help the movement forward. Mon, 10 Sep 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.desmoinesfoundation.org/article.aspx?id=59The Des Moines Social Club received another boost toward its $3.5 million fundraising goal to purchase and renovate the Firehouse at the corner of 9th and Mulberry in downtown Des Moines. The Community Foundation of Greater Des Moines is providing a $100,000 Leadership Grant in support of the project. The Community Foundation Leadership Circle, a giving circle comprised of 16 community leaders, is supporting the Social Club with a $250,000 grant. Wed, 05 Sep 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.desmoinesfoundation.org/article.aspx?id=60The 2012 Principal Charity Classic will donate a record $917,729 to local children's charities - and in 2013, the world-class golf and community event will be hosted by Wakonda Club in Des Moines, Iowa.Tue, 28 Aug 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.desmoinesfoundation.org/article.aspx?id=57Dr. Richard Deming is demonstrating his commitment to Greater Des Moines by joining the Community Foundation of Greater Des Moines Leadership Circle, a group comprised of donors who have created a substantial endowment that supports projects or causes that provide long-term community impact and address the most critical needs in Greater Des Moines. Thu, 23 Aug 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.desmoinesfoundation.org/article.aspx?id=54The Evelyn K. Davis Center for Working Families held it's grand opening Friday, August 3 from 5 to 7 p.m. at the Center, 801 University Ave. in Des Moines. Tue, 10 Jul 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.desmoinesfoundation.org/article.aspx?id=52The Des Moines Community Playhouse was recognized as the organization recipient and received a $2,500 grant from the Community Foundation to advance its social capital work. David Hurd was named the individual recipient and received a $1,000 award to be distributed to the organization of his choice that is building social capital. Thu, 03 May 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.desmoinesfoundation.org/article.aspx?id=51The Community Foundation of Greater Des Moines is honoring nonprofit organizations, civic groups and individuals who are building social capital in our community with the Better Together Award. Organizational finalists for the award have been selected and the recipient will be announced at the Community Foundation's Celebration Luncheon & Report to the Community May 3. Fri, 27 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.desmoinesfoundation.org/article.aspx?id=50Learn more about the Endow Iowa Tax Credit program that allows taxpayers to receive a 25 percent Iowa tax credit in addition to normal federal charitable income tax deductions for certain charitable gifts. Approximately $4.5 million in Endow Iowa Tax Credits will be awarded in 2012. Mon, 23 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.desmoinesfoundation.org/article.aspx?id=48In January Juice magazine recognized Tiffany Tauscheck, vice president of marketing for the Greater Des Moines Convention and Visitors Bureau, as the Young Professional of the Year. As the recipient Tiffany received $2,000 to donate to a charity of her choice. She chose to purchase $400 Giving Cards from the Community Foundation to enable the finalists to give back. Finalists can use the Giving Cards to benefit any 501(c)(3) charitable organization.Fri, 20 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.desmoinesfoundation.org/article.aspx?id=44The Principal Charity Classic's Birdies for Charity program provides a unique fundraising tool for nonprofit organizations. Mon, 26 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.desmoinesfoundation.org/article.aspx?id=43What impact is the economy having on charitable giving and nonprofit sustainability here in Central Iowa? The Community Foundation of Greater Des Moines asked more than 70 nonprofit leaders representing the arts, health, human services, housing, community betterment, education and environmental causes about the financial health, challenges, trends and the future of our nonprofit sector. Data was compared to surveys taken in 2009 and 2010. Wed, 07 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.desmoinesfoundation.org/article.aspx?id=37The Community Foundation of Greater Des Moines is recognizing nonprofit organizations, civic groups and individuals building social capital in our community with the Better Together Award. Tue, 28 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.desmoinesfoundation.org/article.aspx?id=36The Capital Crossroads: A Vision for Greater Des Moines and Central Iowa first quarterly report since its fall launch is available online. Mon, 27 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.desmoinesfoundation.org/article.aspx?id=35Applications for tuition scholarships through the Mary E. Wood Scholarship Fund and the Larry W. Carter Scholarship Fund are currently available for African-American students seeking higher education. Mon, 20 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.desmoinesfoundation.org/article.aspx?id=34Plans for a new grocery store and a workforce training, education and employment center, led by the Community Foundation of Greater Des Moines, Des Moines Area Community College (DMACC) and CDT Investment, LLC, an investment group based in the Quad Cities, received approval from the Des Moines City Council Monday, January 23, 2012, and the organizations are moving forward to open their enterprises in mid 2012. The plan brings to central Des Moines one of the very first centers of its kind in the nation that will offer many workforce support services, help clients re-engage with educational opportunities and provide on-the-job training in a retail services setting. The workforce component, called the Evelyn K. Davis Center for Working Families, a grocery store and other retail outlets will be located in the former Top Value Foods supermarket at 801 University Ave. in Des Moines. Tue, 24 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.desmoinesfoundation.org/article.aspx?id=32The Community Foundation of Greater Des Moines introduces a new and exciting Giving Card program to encourage giving in our community that is unique, meaningful and fun, just in time for the holidays. Mon, 12 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.desmoinesfoundation.org/article.aspx?id=31Through strategic Leadership Grants the Community Foundation of Greater Des Moines plays a key role in providing significant funding leadership to projects that strengthen Greater Des Moines by proactively responding to community trends and opportunities. The Community Foundation announces support of the following organizations with Leadership Grants: Fri, 09 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.desmoinesfoundation.org/article.aspx?id=6To pay tribute to their enormous contributions to the community, dsm magazine is honoring these leaders with our first Sages Over 70 award. The Community Foundation is the presenting partner. Tue, 08 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.desmoinesfoundation.org/article.aspx?id=7The Wallace Centers of Iowa will host a series of four dialogue lunches beginning Tuesday, November 8 for in-depth discussion about civility in the community. "Civility & Politics: a Possibility or an Oxymoron?" will explore civil discourse in today's political arena.Fri, 14 Oct 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.desmoinesfoundation.org/article.aspx?id=8Greater Des Moines is well known as Iowa's capital city and as one of the largest insurance industry hubs in the nation. Local leaders hope to expand today's image of Des Moines to that of a world-class region also known for its job creation, diverse talent, and unparalleled quality of life. Their five-year plan to accomplish that vision expands the metro area's boundaries to include more than nine counties.Wed, 07 Sep 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.desmoinesfoundation.org/article.aspx?id=9The Iowa Council of Foundations, a statewide membership association of grantmaking foundations, has announced that community foundations in Iowa have reported $100 million in total asset growth between June 2010 and June 2011. Tue, 16 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.desmoinesfoundation.org/article.aspx?id=10Governor Terry Branstad and Lieutenant Governor Reynolds are supporting Iowa students through a scholarship fund established at the Community Foundation of Greater Des Moines. These scholarships will support high school and undergraduate students from Iowa who plan to attend Iowa community colleges, colleges or universities. Wed, 27 Jul 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.desmoinesfoundation.org/article.aspx?id=11Central Iowa Shelter & Services (CISS) received another boost toward its $14.5 million fundraising goal to build a new homeless shelter at 1420 Mulberry in Des Moines. The Community Foundation of Greater Des Moines is providing a $100,000 Leadership Grant for the project. Mon, 18 Jul 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.desmoinesfoundation.org/article.aspx?id=12Children & Families of Iowa (CFI) is pleased to announce the award of a $50,000 Leadership Grant from the Community Foundation of Greater Des Moines Leadership Fund.Tue, 28 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.desmoinesfoundation.org/article.aspx?id=13WesleyLife Adult Day Center was recently awarded a $15,000 grant from the Community Foundation of Greater Des Moines to fund their building expansion project.Mon, 27 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.desmoinesfoundation.org/article.aspx?id=14After three years of serving as President of the Community Foundation of Greater Des Moines, Barry Griswell will transition to Chief Executive Officer effective July 1. The Community Foundation Board of Directors promoted Kristi Knous to President and Chief Operating Officer effective July 1.Thu, 09 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.desmoinesfoundation.org/article.aspx?id=15The Des Moines Public Charter School Foundation has received a $50,000 grant from the Community Foundation of Greater Des Moines Leadership Circle. The Leadership Circle granted $200,000 in 2010 for start up costs including teacher training and curriculum development.Thu, 26 May 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.desmoinesfoundation.org/article.aspx?id=16Governor Terry Branstad signed bill SF302 into law on May 12, which raises the base amount of the Endow Iowa Tax Credit program. Wed, 18 May 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.desmoinesfoundation.org/article.aspx?id=17The Community Foundation of Greater Des Moines announced recipients of the Better Together Award at its Celebration Luncheon April 27. The Better Together Award recognizes nonprofit organizations, civic groups, and individuals who are building social capital in our community. Fri, 29 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.desmoinesfoundation.org/article.aspx?id=18The Community Foundation of Greater Des Moines is honoring nonprofit organizations, civic groups, and individuals who are building social capital in our community with the Better Together Award.Thu, 14 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.desmoinesfoundation.org/article.aspx?id=19The Homestead provides innovative solutions for people with autism and has developed The Autism Clinic that will allow The Homestead to treat more children, recruit and train more staff and provide a resource to families and professionals seeking to better understand how to respond to the needs of autism. A $25,000 grant from the Community Foundation will provide funding for The Homestead to customize The Autism Clinic to serve children and families affected by autism.Mon, 04 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.desmoinesfoundation.org/article.aspx?id=20The Endow Iowa Tax Credit Program generated nearly $13 million in donations to 71 of Iowa's community foundations in 2010, according to the Iowa Council of Foundations.Wed, 23 Feb 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.desmoinesfoundation.org/article.aspx?id=21The Des Moines Area Religious Council (DMARC) recently received $5,000 from the Community Foundation of Greater Des Moines. Funds were provided under the Community Foundation's Organizational Effectiveness Grant Program.Thu, 03 Feb 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.desmoinesfoundation.org/article.aspx?id=22Community Foundation of Greater Des Moines donors set two giving records in 2010. A list of Community Foundation year-end and 2010 accomplishments are included below. Mon, 31 Jan 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.desmoinesfoundation.org/article.aspx?id=23Dr. P.M. Forni, author of "Choosing Civility", will be at Drake University in Des Moines on Thursday, February 3 at 7pm as part of the Better Together speaker series. Dr. Forni is the third speaker in the Better Together series, which focuses on how civility impacts our communities and state. Fri, 21 Jan 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.desmoinesfoundation.org/article.aspx?id=24The Community Foundation of Greater Des Moines is providing $60,000 in grants to local nonprofit organizations as part of the Organizational Effectiveness Grant cyle. Fri, 21 Jan 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.desmoinesfoundation.org/article.aspx?id=25The Downtown Community Alliance (DCA) along with the Civic Center of Greater Des Moines are pleased to announce the lineup and event details for Lunch Unplugged. Tue, 18 Jan 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.desmoinesfoundation.org/article.aspx?id=26Fri, 07 Jan 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.desmoinesfoundation.org/article.aspx?id=4Charlotte and Fred Hubbell are demonstrating their commitment to Greater Des Moines by joining the Community Foundation of Greater Des Moines Leadership Circle, a group comprised of donors who have created a substantial endowment that supports projects or causes that provide long-term community impact and address the most critical needs in Greater Des Moines.Mon, 03 Jan 2011 00:00:00 GMT