Nonprofits in Iowa

<br><br> <br><br>"Cookie"I have been coaching at SDMGASA I just finished my 34th yrs, I've been on the voting board same amount of time. Every member of the executive board was not voted in by the membership. Dave Defino was appointed and has held the president position for 5 years violated the leagues constitution article VIII, ABCD violated IV, A-3 article C violated article V, A1&2 E&H article VI 2&5 C 3&4 D-1,3,5,6 & G-5. Article VII C, Article VIII A,B,C, D 1,2,3,4,5,6, & G, Article X D, article XI, article XII D<br>Executive board removed from bylaws 6 teams 3,4,9,2,A,B,C,4,6,7,8, registration 2,12 Junior division 2, 13-2 Managers ABC, player selection H,I,K, other tournament team's A, no voting board members was present for the removals of such I'm not concerned about my identity as the illegal board banned me from premises before my banned, I approach the executive board, the illegal board, questioned all members when did they last see a financial report, Answer was they haven't seen that report in, 3or5 yrs, ask the executive board the last time they seen minutes of the meetings, the answer was never, one member looked at his watch, there hasn't been a voting board meeting in the last 5 years nor a election as bylaws mandates a mandatory one only one per year <br> <br><br><br>

Waste of time. We went down there and filled out an application to adopt a dog. We live in a nice home, nice neighborhood, fenced in yard and take care of our pets like their our kids. We waited and waited for them to get back to us and nothing. Finally called them only for them to say "we already got rid of those dogs". What was the point of going down there and wasting time filling out an app to just get blown off. Never again will i deal with these people. They pick and choose who they want to adopt these animals out to no matter the situation. If they have relatives that want them that is who gets them first. Save your money and time and go somewhere else to adopt because they don't care!

Cedar Falls PPA has good goals--interacting with youngsters in a positive context making needed purchases for them. However, in my last two contacts with them the representative began their conversation with words implying if not outright stating that kids were in their situation through some fault of theirs or more likely their parents. If the police think families are poor because of something the parents have done or not done, then it is obvious why some people do not trust or like the police and it will take much more that buying warm clothes or school supplies to overcome the negative view the kids will develop of the police.<br><br>I plan not to donate to this cause again until there is an obvious, public change in the attitude of the police (and their solicitors).

My sister was healed watching your video on Sid Roth. Praise God. Glory!!

Visited Light of Hope event in Cedar Rapids and they were very transparent, informative and I was extremely impressed with their work promoting CASA of Iowa throughout the state.

After so many years working in Radiation Oncology, one thing I've been asked time and again is "how do you work in such a difficult atmosphere?" The answer; I wish to make a difference in the lives of those suffering with cancer; individuals like Harley.<br /><br />In the 17 years since Harley has passed, I've thought of him and his family many times. Last Monday I was inspired by an opportunity to participate in #GivingTuesday at Spencer Hospital, through the Spencer regional Healthcare Foundation. I wasn't going to be at work that day so I decided to give on-line. I came to a section on the form where it asked if this was a gift "in memory of someone special". I immediately thought of Harley. <br /><br />After all these years, I couldn't quickly recall Harley's last name. Hours after my search began, I found him. Harley Laidig. How wonderful it would be to reconnect with his wife, Shirley. <br /><br />I went to the phone book; no Shirley Laidig listed. For a moment I wondered if perhaps Shirley had passed on. As I searched, I came across an obituary with the last name Laidig. I realized it was Harley's brother. The end of the obituary mentioned that he was survived by sister-in-law Shirley Bates. Could she have remarried? I looked up Shirley Bates. I dialed. I timidly asked for Shirley. <br /><br />"Shirley? This is going to sound very strange. This is Sara Olsen and I work at the Abben Cancer Center,' I explained. 'Were you formerly Shirley Laidig?" "YES!" she exclaimed, "Are you that little gal that took care of my Harley?" Shirley ended our conversation saying, "This is the best Christmas present ever!" <br /><br />Words fall short how it felt talking with her after all this time. What an unexpected blessing. I can definitively say, the reason I do what I do is not about me making a difference in the lives of my patients, but rather it's about how the patients make a difference in mine. The same is true of giving. I'm thankful that Giving Tuesday brought us back together, and thankful for the availability of local healthcare options in our region.<br />

I first became aware of Orchard Place when a friend suggested it for a volunteer opportunity. Little did I know that over 10 years later I would still be engaged with the organization. It's because of the important mission, successful outcomes, corporate responsibility, and hard working and committed staff that I keep coming back. Orchard Place changes the lives of kids and families in central Iowa by providing high quality mental health services. The organization meets kids where they are whether that be in their school, through outpatient therapy or through the PMIC services for kids in crisis. This is a wonderful organization which I am proud to serve.

A child's future&hellip;Who will help when their family cannot or will not? Y.E.S.S will but they cannot do it alone and I am happy I have been able to help them for many years (http://www.yessiowa.org/). <br><br>About 8 years ago a friend of mine was heavily involved with their Duck Derby fund raising event and other activities at Y.E.S.S. Initially I helped him with the Derby, donated goods, and some money. When I dropped off the donations I toured the facility a few times and got to know more about what Y.E.S.S does. From there, I went from helping now and then to making it my own personal cause. Not only have I had the pleasure of helping with money, food, and gifts, I recently started volunteering weekly as a Therapy Dog handler. Jager, my 178 pound Labrador Retriever/Rottweiler mix, provides the kids who participate with unconditional love and helps bring a sense of normalcy. This is a welcome distraction for children who are away from home under oftentimes scary and unpleasant circumstances.<br><br>What I like most about Y.E.S.S. is also the reason I have stuck with them over the years and the reason I plan to continue my support. They are there to help those who are not in a position to help themselves. In other words it is not just a hand-out and a pat on the back on the way out the door. They not only provide for the immediate and most pressing needs such as food and shelter -- they go further to address the root of the problem and help the child get through a difficult time in his or her life. My hope is the help provided, lessons learned, and the support received pays dividends throughout the child&rsquo;s life. <br><br>Why am I telling my story to you? I, and others like me, can only help so much. Placing first, second or third at #MyGivingStory would help Y.E.S.S do even more. <br>

I have volunteered with Beacon of Life since 2011. In that time I have seen the hard work and dedication of its staff pay off in the form of several rehabilitated women becoming confident and productive members of the community. What a worthwhile cause when donations directly affect the people in your own community like this!

The T.T.T. (tri-T) Society provides summer camp experiences for 10-year girls. Summer camp can be a life-changing experience in the girls' lives. The work is local and the benefit is for local girls. The women of T.T.T. raise money to supply everything needed by the girls for a week at summer camp. Membership provides a meaningful outlet to help others. At the same time, the members develop life-long friendships. Former campers often become members and "pay forward" the opportunity of camping.

Group has raised a significant amount of funds in the past five years to expand the EB Lyons Interpretive Center by adding 7400 sq. feet of space and all new exhibits in the former 6300 sq. foot faciity. The group is well organized and used all funds wisely. <br>They have been organized since 1997 and are a non proft orggzination. They raised funds and utilzed donations in a professional manner. All funds were and have been used for the specific request of the donor or for intepretive and educational needs and facility improvements in the park. <br>The group recently was honored with the Iowa Department of Natural Resources Volunteer Project Award for 2010. They also have recived Volunteer Group awards in 2003 and 2006 from Iowa DNR

This is an great preschool. We keep our priorities with keeping God in our curriculum. We strive for excellence in all aspects of our school. The teachers/staff/board members all have a heart for teaching His little ones about him and preparing them for Kindergarten