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Growing in Giving

Sep 23, 2025

“Start now. It doesn’t have to be a large sum of money – you don’t need to be a millionaire to make an impact,” he urges. “Think about how you can give back in our community and to those that need us most. Change only happens when we all do our part.”

Highlights from DonorConnect: Expect the Unexpected

Aug 26, 2025

Central Iowa boasts an impressive arts ecosystem, that enriches the cultural scene and makes our region vibrant. Through the leadership of our panelists, we discovered how neighborhood stages and studios have become incubators for globally celebrated art. With intention, innovative leadership and strategic direction, these organizations are providing impactful programming that goes beyond common assumptions.

GIVEdsm

We know you have a heart for giving, but with so many wonderful nonprofits in the area, staying up-to-date on the most pressing needs in our community can be a challenge. We want to make giving simple. That is why we have created GIVEdsm. GIVEdsm is an online resource that allows the opportunity to learn about the needs of our nonprofits and offer support to those that match your interests.

Connections that Count

"If you have the desire to make a difference but aren't sure how to make it happen, the Community Foundation is the perfect resource. They will take the time to understand the impact you want to achieve and set you up for success. Their research, scheduling of site visits and more has provided a personal approach to connecting with the causes we care about."

- Darcy Hathaway

Your Partner in Giving

"By partnering with the Community Foundation, we continue to learn. Whether attending an event to learn about new opportunities or participating in training for nonprofit volunteers so we can better serve the organizations we care about, the Community Foundation is more than a partner in giving; they are a partner in transforming Des Moines."

Better Together.Better Forever.