Des Moines, Iowa – Humanities Iowa has awarded a Mini Grant to the Hoyt Sherman Place Foundation to support “An Exploration of Baseball’s History in Iowa,” a daylong public program examining Iowa’s influence on the early development of professional baseball and the Civil War’s role in spreading the game. The
Read More →DES MOINES, IA- Noce Jazz & Cabaret announces its spring 2026 schedule, featuring an expansive lineup of internationally-touring headliners, brand-new local premieres, and a ten year anniversary event. The upcoming months showcase a dense rotation of national talent including five-time Grammy nominee Karrin Allyson, Stéphane Wrembel, and Veronica Swift, among
Read More →(Des Moines, IA) The Des Moines Women’s Club will host their 118th Annual Art Exhibition from Sunday, March 13 through Saturday, March 21. Central Iowa artists will again display their original art for the viewing pleasure of the public. Admittance is free, and some items will be available for purchase.
Read More →Bankers volunteer for public television’s annual fundraising campaign. JOHNSTON, Iowa (March 11, 2026) — Ten bankers from across the state helped kick off Iowa PBS’ annual pledge drive, known as Festival, which continues through March 15. Volunteers answered pledge phones from 6-10 p.m. to help raise $11,790 for the
Read More →COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. – USA Swimming, the national governing body for swimming in the United States, and its philanthropic arm, the USA Swimming Foundation, today announced the 2026 Community Impact Grant recipients. This year, 13 programs have received $65,000 in funds to provide aquatic programming, support diverse coaches, and create
Read More →Des Moines, Iowa — The Greater Des Moines Flute Choir is delighted to celebrate its five-year anniversary, marking half a decade of bringing vibrant, engaging flute music to the Central Iowa community. Under the direction of Erika Leake McKnight, the ensemble has grown to include 24 dedicated flutists performing on
Read More →The Hoyt Sherman Place Foundation and the Des Moines Women’s Club are honored to announce a significant legacy gift from the estate of Inger Hannah Ultvedt Anderson, a devoted member and supporter whose generosity will help sustain the legacy of both organizations. Inger Anderson, who passed away on August 5,
Read More →Winners receive $1,000 scholarship to college of their choice. DES MOINES, Iowa (March 9, 2026) — Five Iowa high school seniors received a 2026 Iowa Bankers Association Student Athlete Achievement Award during the Iowa High School Girls’ State Basketball Tournament championships on March 6-7 in Des Moines. One student from
Read More →Hy-Vee customers once again showed the power of small change making a big difference, raising an incredible $370,130 to help children across Iowa. Throughout the month of February, shoppers generously rounded up their grocery bills at the checkout to support Variety – the Children’s Charity of Iowa. The dollars raised
Read More →Seven-home partnership has generated more than $769,000 to support Iowa families facing childhood cancer Johnston, Iowa — Children’s Cancer Connection (CCC) is proud to celebrate the success of Greenland Homes’ 2025 Charity Build, which raised $220,000 to support Iowa families affected by childhood cancer. The newly constructed home, located in
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