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- EIN 46-1216277
- (515) 971-5286
- Po Box 316 Johnston IA 50131-0316 USA
- www.uwiowa.org
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Causes: Community & Neighborhood Development, Economic Development
Mission: United ways of iowa brings together 24 local united ways from across the state of iowa to drive impact in education, income, and health. This collaboration takes the form of statewide networks, talent training, and public policy advocacy.
Programs: Statewide literacy program: americorp members work in local communities to assist with improving literacy rates.
collaboration of the united ways across iowa. 24 local united ways from across the state of iowa work together to drive impact in education, income, and health. This collaboration takes the form of statewide networks, talent training, and public policy advocacy.
foster grandparents is an opportunity to place low-income seniors in school or childcare settings to serve as mentors and companions to students. Grandparents work on literacy activities, supports and games to assist children in developing reading skills. In return for this service, grandparents receive a small stipend to augment their income.