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1111 University Ave.

Des Moines, IA 50314

(515) 288-1981

www.cfiowa.org

 

Our Impact

27,651 lives of at-risk Iowans that CFI impacted during the 2023-24 fiscal year.

1888 the year CFI was founded

95% client satisfaction

 

Mission

Children & Families of Iowa (CFI) is restoring hope, building futures and changing lives. 

Key Services Provided

Domestic violence - shelter and outreach

Mental health - counseling through licensed therapists

Family support - in-home counseling for families with children at risk of abuse or neglect

Workforce readiness - career preparation services

Early childhood development - child care for low-income families

Substance abuse - treatment for all ages

Key Audiences Served

Children & Families of Iowa provides services to clients of all ages and from all economic and cultural backgrounds, specializing in care for those who have experienced trauma or hardship.

Ways to Give

  • Include CFI in your charitable giving and estate planning.

  • Make a personal gift to CFI by calling 515-697-7921, online at www.cfiowa.org, or by mail at 1111 University Avenue, Des Moines, IA 50314.

  • Sponsor, participate or volunteer for one of our annual fundraising events.


What are the most immediate needs to support your organization?

Children & Families of Iowa (CFI) responds to challenges afflicting Iowans across all 99 counties. Donations received go directly to support the resources needed to care for children and families seeking assistance in keeping their families together, including mental health, substance abuse, domestic violence services and early childhood education. Our staff meets one on one with clients, and we have a growing need for funding to accommodate the demand for our services. We value and celebrate diversity and believe that it is essential to creating a welcoming and inclusive environment for our team members and those who entrust us with their care.

 
 

BOARD OF DIRECTORS

  • Kira Barclay, President

  • Dolph Robb, Vice President, Strategic Planning Committee Chair, President Elect

  • Tera Jordan, Secretary/Treasurer

  • Daniel Connolly, Past President

  • Tom Lamoreux, Advocacy

  • Committee Chair

  • Lynn Herndon, Governance

  • Committee Chair

  • Andrew Follmann, Audit Committee Chair

  • Joe Adducci

  • Jasmina Alicic

  • Teresa Garcia-Holm

  • Hayley Harvey

  • Ann Oberhauser

  • Bryan O’Neill

  • Sonia Parras Konrad

  • Melissa Schilling

  • Heather Sindelar

  • Mike Waller

  • Mark Winkel

  • Ryan Wise

BOARD OF TRUSTEES

  • Nick McCleish, President

  • Greg Bailey, President Elect and Events Committee Chair

  • Kara Wilson, Treasurer/Secretary

  • Steve Allen, Past President

  • Laurie Mardis, Investment

  • Committee Chair

  • Jeremy Harder, Fundraising

  • Committee Chair

  • Brian Beckett

  • Tyler Brown

  • Chris Frazier

  • Gabe Nelson

  • Tony Ranniger

  • Ann Smisek