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Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Iowa's Bowl for Kids’ Sake Fundraiser
WHAT: Bowl for Kids’ Sake – a bowling fundraiser benefiting Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Iowa, bringing together local volunteers from John Deere to support mentorship programs that help young people build confidence, skills, and brighter futures. WHEN: Thursday, April 2, 2026 3:00–5:00 p.m. WHERE: Spare Time 340 Jordan Creek Pkwy, West Des Moines, Iowa 50266 WHO: More than 70 John Deere employees will hit the lanes to raise funds and shine a spotlight on the life-changing impact of
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Stuff Etc Marks 41 Years with Statewide Give-Back Campaign Supporting Local Iowa Charities
Stuff Etc is celebrating 41 years of business by giving back to the communities that have supported the company for more than four decades. During its four-day anniversary celebration, Stuff Etc will donate $1 for every transaction at all eight Iowa locations to local nonprofit organizations serving families and individuals in need. Each store has selected a community partner to ensure the funds stay local and directly benefit the city in which they operate. Participating organizations include:Iowa City
WayPoint Resources Launches April Fundraiser as Demand for Services Rises
WayPoint Resources will launch its annual April Online Fundraiser on Wednesday, April 1, with a goal of raising $150,000 to support services in the upcoming fiscal year. The fundraiser will conclude once the goal is reached, followed by a celebration on Tuesday, April 28, from 5:30–7:30 p.m. at Country Lane Lodge in Adel, recognizing the community whose support sustains the organization’s work.The fundraiser comes as WayPoint Resources reports a 17% increase in households using its services in 2025
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Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Iowa launching 'The Big Draft' to recruit 60 mentors in 60 days
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Iowa (BBBSIA) is looking for the next class of Bigs to address the need for mentors in our community. In collaboration with the NFL’s Inspire Change initiative, BBBSIA is launching The Big Draft, an annual volunteer recruitment campaign to encourage more volunteers to become mentors (“Bigs”). The campaign is inspired by the NFL Draft -- as the NFL drafts its next class of players, BBBSIA will draft its next class of “Bigs” in Central Iowa, with a goal of recruiting 60
