Our Impact
503
Iowans experienced the impact of Project Iowa programming.
71%
Find employment within three months of completing the program.
Lasting Impact
Alumni continue reaching personal and professional milestones.
Mission
To facilitate individual transformation that connects people to their purpose and provides career guidance to obtain meaningful and stable employment.
Key Services Provided
Project Iowa provides career development, professional skills training, individualized coaching, youth internships, employer partnerships and poverty education. Through Cultivating Careers, YouthWorks, and the Rooted Model, we help individuals build confidence and skills, connect employers with prepared talent and strengthen our community.
Key Audiences Served
Project Iowa serves individuals seeking meaningful, stable employment and opportunities to grow personally and professionally. We support adults navigating career transitions, high school students preparing for their futures and individuals facing barriers to employment while partnering with employers and community organizations to build a stronger, more connected workforce.
Ways to give
Donate online at projectiowa.org.
Spread the word about our programs.
Hire our participants.
Attend or sponsor the Growth Gala or Locker Wars.
Sponsor a YouthWorks intern.
What are the most immediate needs to support your organization?
Project Iowa’s most immediate needs include flexible funding to sustain and expand our programs, resources to provide individualized coaching and remove barriers to employment, and strong community and employer partnerships. Increased awareness and referrals are also essential to reaching individuals who can benefit from our services and connecting them to opportunities that lead to long-term success.
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Brett Middendorf, president
Kelly Bertsch, vice president
Rick Levi, secretary, treasurer
Jay Avant
Ena Babic Barnes
Sarah Bishop
Tom Duff
Courtney Dufford
Eric Emley
Ana Luong
Julie Fugenschuh, executive director