Our Impact
nearly 18,000 lives of at-risk Iowans that CFI impacted during the 2023-24 fiscal year.
1888 the year CFI was founded
99 counties served by Children & Families of Iowa
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
President: Dolph Robb
Vice President:
Teresa Garcia-Holm
Secretary/Treasurer:
Mike Waller
Jasmina Alicic
Sarah Brown
Emma Cassabaum
Cathy Beck-Cross
Andrew Follmann
Lynn Herndon
Amy Kahler
Tom Lamoreux
Ann Oberhauser
Maria Oliphant
Bryan O’Neill
Sonia Parras Konrad
Melissa Schilling
Heather Sindelar
Mark Winkel
Ryan Wise
BOARD OF TRUSTEES
President: Greg Bailey
Vice President:
Kara Wilson
Treasurer/secretary:
Gabe Nelson
Brian Beckett
Tyler Brown
Jeremy Harder
Nick McCleish
Samantha McCleish
Kara Wilson