Press Releases and Announcements
Children & Families of Iowa is making an impact in our communities and a difference in the lives of those we serve. Here you will find our latest press releases and announcements.
May 1, 2013
Have Furniture or Other Household Items You No Longer Need?
The FreeStore is partnering with Children & Families of Iowa, Select Van and Storage - a Mayflower Company, and Valley West Mall for the fifth annual Fill the Mayflower event, scheduled for Friday, May 10 and Saturday, May 11.
April 16, 2013
Children & Families of Iowa's Fort Dodge Office Provides Services for Families in Crisis
The Fort Dodge office of Children & Families of Iowa recently began offering two new services for families in a crisis situation and in need of immediate services.
April 15, 2013
Boys will be Boys - A Super Incredible Fundraising Event!
Children - slip into your favorite superhero costume. Your mission is to join Children & Families of Iowa for our annual Boys will be Boys event! On Saturday, April 20, boys (and girls) from Central Iowa will gather for breakfast and a morning filled with superheroes, games, prizes and lots of fun!
March 5, 2013
Kidsfest Raises Money for Children & Families of Iowa
Over 13,000 children and their parents enjoyed a fun-filled weekend at Children & Families of Iowa's Kidsfest, presented by Veridian Credit Union. The event raised $155,000 for CFI.
February 28, 2013
Children & Families of Iowa Receives $25,000 from the W.T. and Edna M. Dahl Trust
Children & Families of Iowa is pleased to have received $25,000 from the W.T. and Edna M. Dahl Trust toward CFI's Building Futures Capital Campaign.
February 4, 2013
Kidsfest Coming Soon to State Fairgrounds!
Enjoy fun-filled family time at this year's Children & Families of Iowa's Kidsfest, presented by Veridian Credit Union.
January 2, 2013
Children & Families of Iowa Receives CACFP Grant
Children & Families of Iowa is pleased to announce a food program that is being utilized at the Child Development Center.
January 2, 2013
Local Groups Donate and Assemble 100 Literacy Kits for Children & Families of Iowa
A group of John Deere Des Moines Works employees donated their time to assemble 100 literacy kits donated by United Way of Central Iowa's Women's Leadership Connection for the children at Children & Families of Iowa's Child Development Center.
December 6, 2012
Wells Fargo and Community Members Help Victims of Domestic Violence by Donating Gently Used Luggage
After a tour through Children & Families of Iowa's Domestic Violence Shelter uncovered a great need for suitcases and duffle bags, Mary Sellers, United Way of Central Iowa President, put a call out to loyal donors to help fulfill that need.
September 27, 2012
Fourth Annual Panera Princess Party Raises More Than $29,800 for Vital Programming
Panera Bread hosted princesses and their parents Saturday morning at the 2012 Panera Princess Party benefitting the programs and services of Children & Families of Iowa.
September 25, 2012
Beauty Brands to Donate Product Proceeds to Children & Families of Iowa's Domestic Violence Shelter
Beauty Brands Salon Spa Superstore in Clive is donating the proceeds from the sale of every Redkin Guts volume-boosting spray foam to Children & Families of Iowa's Domestic Violence Shelter as part of the "Stand Up, Stan Out, End Abuse" campaign from September 24 - October 28, 2012.
September 21, 2012
Wells Fargo Team Provides Room Makeovers for Victims of Domestic Violence
Children & Families of Iowa's Domestic Violence Services' shelter received a makeover for all resident rooms thanks to Wells Fargo team members.
September 13, 2012
Save the Date! Princess Party to Benefit Children & Families of Iowa
On Saturday morning, September 22, princesses from around Central Iowa will gather at the Panera Princess Party, making dreams come true for hundreds of little girls.
August 14, 2012
Club Tango Raises More Than $164,000 for Victims of Domestic Violence
Club Tango, Children & Families of Iowa's annual gala, raised over $164,000 for victims of domestic violence.
August 13, 2012
New Playground Ribbon Cutting Ceremony Marks the Beginning of Many Fun-Filled Days for At-Risk Youth
Children & Families of Iowa's Lou Williams Variety Club Children's Center celebrated the completion of a new playground built using funds received from Variety - The Children's Charity.
July 6, 2012
Liberty Mutual Insurance Presents $10,000 Gift to Children & Families of Iowa
The Liberty Mutual Foundation presented Children & Families of Iowa with a gift of $10,000 on Wednesday, June 20, at their local branch office in West Des Moines.
July 2, 2012
Club Tango to Celebrate Tenth Year of Helping Victims of Domestic Violence
Children & Families of Iowa is hosting its 10th annual Tango gala on Saturday, August 11 at the Sheraton Hotel in West Des Moines to raise funds to support domestic violence programming in Central Iowa.
June 12, 2012
Nationwide Insurance Foundation Supports CFI
Nationwide Insurance Foundation, an independent corporation funded by Nationwide Insurance Companies, has awarded a $65,000 grant to Children & Families of Iowa to support the programming needs of its Domestic Violence Services. Funds will be used to support services to victims in crisis, as well as services that assist survivors.
May 24, 2012
Children & Families of Iowa Voted Top Metro Nonprofit by dsm Magazine Readers
Children & Families of Iowa has received the honor of being voted the top nonprofit organization in Metro Des Moines by the readers of dsm Magazine.
May 16, 2012
New Substance Abuse Programs Focus on Adolescents and Young Adults
Children & Families of Iowa's Cornerstone Recovery program is pleased to offer two new educational programs separately targeting young adults (18-20 years old) and adolescents (12-17 years old).
April 24, 2012
Children & Families of Iowa Receives $100,000 from Prairie Meadows
Children & Families of Iowa is pleased to be a recipient of the Prairie Meadows Legacy Grant for the amount of $100,000 for the Building Futures Capital Campaign.
February 15, 2012
Teen Dating Violence Awareness and Prevention Month
Children & Families of Iowa's Domestic Violence Services is calling upon youth, families, schools and communities to take action during the 2012 Teen Dating Violence Awareness and Prevention Month throughout the month of February.
January 23, 2012
Theisen's "More For Your Community" $4,000 Grant
to Help Fund Warren County Teen Resource Fairs
Children & Families of Iowa is pleased to announce that Theisen's Home Farm Auto stores have awarded a $4,000 grant to be used for the funding of Warren County Teen Resource Fairs and Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month.
January 16, 2012
Children & Families of Iowa Receives $20,000 Grant from Pioneer Hi-Bred
Children & Families of Iowa is pleased to announce that Pioneer Hi-Bred, a DuPont business, donated $20,000 toward their Building Futures Capital Campaign.
November 1, 2011
Children & Families of Iowa's Building Futures Capital Campaign Receives Gift From Variety the Children's Charity.
Children & Families of Iowa received a gift of $50,000 from Variety the Chidren's Charity for the Building Futures Campaign.
October 24, 2011
"$100 for $100" Event Sponsored by Mr. B Benefits Children & Families of Iowa
Mr. B, a local clothier for the business community since 1973, is partnering with Children & Families of Iowa on Thursday, November 10, 2011 for the third annual "$100 for $100" fundraising event.
October 20, 2011
Wells Fargo Gives Gift to Children & Families of Iowa's Building Futures Capital Campaign
Wells Fargo has made a commitment to children and families in the community through their gift of $150,000 to Children & Families of Iowa's Building Futures Capital Campaign.
September 22, 2011
Hundreds of Princesses Up Bright and Early, All for a Good Cause
The Panera Bread at Jordan Creek Town Center was enchanted by princesses Saturday morning during the 2011 Panera Princess Party benefitting the programs and services of Children & Families of Iowa (CFI).
September 7, 2011
Kyle and Sharon Krause Show Support for Children & Families of Iowa's Mission with Capital Campaign Contribution
As Children & Families of Iowa's Building Futures Capital Campaign continues to gain support from the community, Kyle and Sharon Krause have generously donated $100,000 to this worthy cause in support of restoring hope, building futures and changing lives.
July 25, 2011
The Principal Financial Group Invests in the Future Well-Being of the Community
The Principal Financial Group has awarded a $250,000 grant to Children & Families of Iowa in support of the Building Futures Capital Campaign.
June 28, 2011
Community Foundation of Greater Des Moines Dedicates Funds to Help Those Affected by Domestic Violence
Children & Families of Iowa is pleased to announce the award of a $50,000 Leadership Grant from the Community Foundation of Greater Des Moines Leadership Fund.
June 23, 2011
Kidsave Schedules Events for Visiting Orphans
On July 1st, six Columbian orphans will land in Des Moines for a visit with local families as part of the Kidsave Summer Miracles program.
May 10, 2011
May is Mental Health Awareness Month
Children & Families of Iowa Mental Health Services program is raising awareness of the importance of seeking treatment for mental health issues during May, Mental Health Awareness Month.
March 15, 2011
Dr. Kevin Bloyer of Bloyer Chiropractic & Wellness donates a percentage of his proceeds to Children and Families of Iowa
Over the course of the year, Dr Bloyer donated more that $3,100. The funds will help Iowa's vulnerable children and families through our five main program areas: domestic violence services, teen programs, early childhood development services, mental health and family centered services.
March 11, 2011
Nationwide Insurance Foundation Provides Major Lead Gift to Children & Families of Iowa Campaign
Children & Families of Iowa (CFI) has secured the first lead gift for their Building Futures Capital Campaign. The Nationwide Insurance Foundation announced that their commitment of $400,000 will be directed towards improvements for CFI’s Domestic Violence Center.