Able Up Iowa, formerly known as Iowa Able Foundation, is non-profit organization that helps people of all abilities become financially independent by providing solutions of financial needs and empowering them to achieve financial goals.

Since 1993, they have provided an accessible borrowing option to Iowans for purchasing products and services related to living independently. Able Up Iowa offers lower interest rates, credit building, emergency funding, and forgivable loans.

Information about the specific loans offered is available on the Iowa Able Up website.

Ruth Harbor is a Christ-centered home for young women who are alone and facing unplanned pregnancies. “Ruth” means compassion; “Harbor” means a place of refuge, safety, retreat, shelter.

Ruth Harbor is a resident home located in Des Moines and Carlisle. It provides young women who are alone and facing unplanned pregnancies a truly viable option — a safe harbor — by providing housing, education, counseling, health care, parenting training or adoption assistance, spiritual support and more for the duration of their pregnancies.

NISSA African Family Services seeks to end domestic
violence and sexual assault in African Immigrants and Refugee communities. NISAA
functions as a resource advocate and support for the African communities in Iowa
affected by domestic violence and sexual assault by providing crisis advocacy,
individual and group counseling, legal advocacy, housing and employment assistance,
and many other direct support services.

Salvation Army provides financial assistance for rent, utilities,
furniture, clothing, and bus passes. Funding is limited.

Sleep in Heavenly Peace believes beds are a basic need for proper physical, emotional, and mental support for children. Sleep in Heavenly Peace volunteers make and deliver bunk beds to children and families in need. Community providers can refer families to Sleep in Heavenly Peace, or families can self-refer.

Sleep in Heavenly Peace believes beds are a basic need for proper physical, emotional, and mental support for children. Sleep in Heavenly Peace volunteers make and deliver bunk beds to children and families in need. Community providers can refer families to Sleep in Heavenly Peace, or families can self-refer.

Since being established in Des Moines in 1924, the main focus of St. Vincent de Paul’s (SVdP) work is to assist those living in poverty in becoming self-sufficient by helping to remove roadblocks as we walk with them on their journey out of poverty. The Des Moines Council operates two thrift stores, two social services departments, an education center, and a child watch center.

Since being established in Des Moines in 1924, the main focus of St. Vincent de Paul’s (SVdP) work is to assist those living in poverty in becoming self-sufficient by helping to remove roadblocks as we walk with them on their journey out of poverty. The Des Moines Council operates two thrift stores, two social services departments, an education center, and a child watch center.

Providing a trusted partner to single parents and their families by offering programs and services to help single parent families strengthen and thrive.

Helps empower adolescents and young adults that have been affected by cancer. Provides equal access to quality, holistic care no matter age, diagnosis, race/ethnicity, sexuality, or gender.

This program is based out of New York but offers virtual meet ups for support.

Educates, equips, and empowers young people living in disadvantaged and oppressive circumstances by using arts, entertainment, music, and a variety of other methods. This program is designed to serve youth in a supportive, empowering environment.

Telecommunication Access Iowa helps Iowans who are Deaf, Hard of Hearing, or have speech difficulties get specialized telecommunications equipment at little or no cost.

The Ankeny Klothing Exchange (TAKE) is a non-profit organization that operates a store offering free gently used clothing, shoes, linens, household goods, and more to people in need.

The Bridge is a collaborative ministry by four Downtown Des Moines churches. The Bridge Meditations are part of the ministry of The Bridge which is working to enrich the lives of those working, living and visiting downtown Des Moines. Programs developed by The Bridge offer spiritual formation and development, professional counseling, holistic health and family support. The Bridge hosts The Connection Cafe program which offers free lunch for homeless and low-income individuals in downtown Des Moines.

The Bridge Home is a non-profit organization devoted to bridging the gap between homelessness and housing by providing shelter, support, and inspiring a pathway forward for individuals and families experiencing or on the verge of homelessness.

The Pet Project is an all-volunteer-run, non-profit organization dedicated to keeping pets with the people who love them through proactive programming. We provide pet food and supplies to Des Moines area residents who are struggling to meet the needs of their pets. We also support a state-wide network helping to reunite lost and found pets in Iowa.

USCIS is the government agency that oversees lawful immigration to the United States. USCIS is responsible for processing immigration and naturalization applications and establishing policies regarding immigration services.

United Way brings together people from every part of the community to identify gaps and best leverage points to create sustainable impact.

Eyerly Ball offers a full continuum of mental health services and treatment to meet the needs of our community, from family and individual counseling to outpatient care for all ages. Committed to providing solutions that address all areas of health including mental and emotional health.

UnityPoint Health – John Stoddard Cancer Center, a service of UnityPoint Health – Des Moines, is among the top achieving cancer programs in the nation and has been recognized for its quality cancer care. Our high standard of care comes from decades of research, cancer treatment experience and cancer care technological superiority.

The behavioral health urgent care location in central Iowa provides services to individuals who are needing mental health services.

This location hosts the UnityPoint Lactation Support Group. The support group is run by internationally board-certified lactation consultants. They can help with feeding positions and baby’s latch, answer pumping questions, and do weighted feeds so you know how much baby is eating.

This location hosts the UnityPoint Lactation Support Group. The support group is run by internationally board-certified lactation consultants. They can help with feeding positions and baby’s latch, answer pumping questions, and do weighted feeds so you know how much baby is eating.

This location hosts the UnityPoint Lactation Support Group. The support group is run by internationally board-certified lactation consultants. They can help with feeding positions and baby’s latch, answer pumping questions, and do weighted feeds so you know how much baby is eating.

The UIHC (University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics) Regional Genetics Consultation Services provide comprehensive, family centered, genetic health care to individuals and families throughout Iowa with statewide outreach clinics. The primary purpose of the Regional Genetics Consultation Services is to provide this structure as an integral component of the state’s health-care system. The secondary purpose is to assure the provision of statewide genetics education to promote health and prevent disease.

Children & Families of Iowa (CFI) is dedicated to improving the lives of children and families throughout Iowa. With offices across the state, CFI supports Iowans with services ranging from family support and childcare to career training, behavioral health, and much more.

The mission of CFUM is to create a community that supports the potential of children, youth, and families through educational success, healthy living, and community engagement.

Christ the King Free Clinic is a member of Free Clinics of Iowa
( www.freeclinicsofiowa.org). It offers free medical care to the community! Our free clinic was created using a network of dedicated, talented medical professionals, who volunteer their time to serve those who are unable to attain and maintain quality, affordable health care. Our hope is to provide essential minimal health assistance to children and families in need.

Free healthcare services for un and under insured Iowans.

Crossroads Church hosts a Free Medical Clinic that provides basic healthcare services to anyone who needs them.

The Dallas County Health Department serves the citizens of Dallas County and is governed by the Dallas County Board of Health. Our programs and services, implemented in collaboration with State, Federal and private partners, touch the lives of all Dallas County residents. We’re here to help, because your health matters!

We offer confidential counseling help for Veterans, service members, and their families at no cost in a non-medical setting. Our services include counseling for needs such as depression, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), and the psychological effects of military sexual trauma (MST). We can also connect you with more support in VA and your community.

DMACC Capitol provides exceptional learning facilities for DMACC students in the Nursing, Certified Nursing Assistant, and Early Childhood Education programs as part of DMACC Des Moines/Urban. Along with traditional classroom space, much of the building is configured as patient rooms identical to a modern medical clinic. It is also home of the DMACC Healthcare Simulation Center that provide students with hands-on experience evaluating illnesses.

DMACC Des Moines/Urban is located in the heart of the City of Des Moines and is one of the most diverse and multicultural student bodies in the state. DMACC Des Moines/Urban students come from near and far – Central Iowa and more than 75 countries around the globe. They have all found a place where they are supported and can achieve their dreams.

DMACC Ankeny is set to redefine the college experience for its 15,000-plus full-time and part-time students. An expanded DMACC Student Activities Center includes a food court, performance and study space, & our new Trail Point Aquatics and Fitness Center.

At DMACC West Des Moines you can train for challenging and growth-filled positions in telecommunications, computer technology, business, and more. DMACC West Des Moines offers many Liberal Arts courses and Liberal Arts degrees earned at West are transferable to most four-year institutions.

Learn, play, and stay at DMACC Boone. Earn a two-year degree or a Bachelor’s degree on campus thanks to our partnerships. Live in on-campus housing just steps away from class. Join clubs, sports or cheer on our Athletic teams – Boone has it all.

DMACC Newton has small class sizes, great facilities, and professors who know your name. The campus is housed in a 105,000-square-foot building that includes multiple state-of-the-art computer classrooms, an open computer lab, student lounge, 325-seat auditorium, bookstore, and Robert H. Isensee Library.

With the number of choices available, making a college decision can be difficult. DMACC Carroll has something to offer regardless of your age or interests. Our qualified and dedicated faculty provide individualized attention to each of the thousand students who choose us each semester.

Located in Southridge Mall, DMACC Southridge offers credit classes to students pursuing liberal arts and sciences degrees as well as providing college credit and vocational training to high school students. ELL – English Language Learners program is also available.

Collaborates and combine resources and programs to best serve children and families across Iowa.

Combine and collaborate with programs and resources to best serve children and families across Iowa.

Connects Iowans to the education and training needed to improve careers and skill sets.

Substance Abuse Services provide assessments and referrals to local treatment programs for individuals living with or affected by a suspected substance use disorder(s).

Invest DSM empowers residents and business owners in targeted Des Moines neighborhoods to improve their properties, strengthen their social connections, and create a community that works for them.

Provides free programs that are educational and therapeutic in nature to individuals with Down Syndrome from birth through adulthood, their families, and the community.

Girls on the Run is a transformational physical activity based positive youth development program for girls in third and eighth grade. We teach life skills through dynamic, interactive lessons, and running games.

Girls on the Run is a transformational physical activity based positive youth development program for girls in third and eighth grade. We teach life skills through dynamic, interactive lessons, and running games.