Making a difference takes leadership and courage. As one of Iowa’s largest social service agencies, Lutheran Services in Iowa (LSI) is a leader in bringing positive change to not only the people whose lives we touch, but to the entire community. Even more change is possible when other community leaders become vested partners in improving lives. By creating sustainable partnerships with key local leaders like you, together we can build strong, healthy communities where life changing stories happen every day.

Mainstream Living has provided community-based services for persons with disabilities since 1975. Serving individuals with disabilities and mental illness drives us to offer unique programs in a broad range spectrum. Mainstream Living focuses on participating, contributing, and living a full life in the manner most appropriate for each individual. We are the bricklayers in the path that support the people we serve, constantly making forward movement to fulfill our mission of enhancing opportunities, creating success, and fulfilling dreams. Staff longevity of service and experience at Mainstream Living and in the field of human services is unprecedented in the industry. This accomplishment allows us to maximize our efforts and helps lead to the success of those we serve. Our services are accredited by the Commission on the Accreditation of Rehabilitation Services (CARF) -- a hallmark of service excellence. Mainstream Living Inc. has achieved a three-year accreditation, which is the highest level of accreditation issued by CARF.

Progress provides residential, employment and day habilitation services for people with disabilities throughout central Iowa. Progress offers training, tools and resources to support people in reaching their full potential at home, at work and in their community.

Mission: We help kids and families build healthy relationships so they can write their own story. Ellipsis brings together Youth Homes of Mid-America (YHMA) and Youth Emergency Services & Shelter (YESS), both storied Iowa institutions with long histories of helping kids succeed. As Ellipsis, we create a community where kids and families are valued, hopeful, healthy and together. Our trained and compassionate staff members assess individual needs and create a plan to overcome obstacles. Explore our programs to see how we’re creating new outcomes for those who need them most at EllipsisIowa.org.

At Goodwill of Central Iowa we translate the good in the local community to programs and resources that change lives. While you might know us for our retail stores, we’re more than just a place for great deals – we provide job training programs that improve our community and inspire hope, one person at a time. Goodwill’s retail division is comprised of a network of retail stores and an outlet store in the 22 counties we serve in central Iowa. Profits from these retail stores, as well as donor contributions, fund Goodwill’s highly successful programs in workforce development. We help people find the tools to succeed at work and in life. Our mission is to make purposeful employment possible for all. Our values are love, kindness, and respect.

Providing Therapy Services From Pediatric Through Geriatric across the Des Moines Metro Area. The Agency provides speech, occupational, and physical therapy to children and seniors to promote recovery and a positive independent life.

Christian Opportunity Center is a nonprofit organization that provides people with disabilities the opportunity to reach their fullest potential by integrating Christian values in teaching skills for life. Founded in 1969, COC provides residential and vocational support and services to 290 people with disabilities in Marion, Mahaska, Warren and Polk counties. For more information visit christianopportunity.org or connect with Christian Opportunity Center on Facebook and IowaCOC on Twitter.

Proteus, Inc. is an community-based nonprofit organization which provides exceptional education, employment, training, and other services to diverse populations in need throughout Tulare, Kings, Fresno, and Kern counties. Founded in 1967, Proteus has become a leader at improving the quality of life of farmworkers and other special need populations; all the while, providing local employers with a well-trained pool of applicants. Proteus is committed to providing quality, excellence and continuous improvement in the daily operation of our organization. Our goal is to deliver services that meet our customers'​ needs and exceed their expectations. With this in mind, over 300 full-time staff in over 30 offices is readily available to assist job seekers, employers, youth, adults and community stakeholders. With pride, Proteus seeks funding from federal, state, local public and private agencies that will enable our organization to do what we do best: train, educate, and nurture a self-sufficient customer.

Community Support Advocates, Inc. (CSA) Our Purpose CSA supports individuals and families impacted by mental health or disabilities such as traumatic brain injury, intellectual disabilities, or other developmental disabilities. We offer integrated supports in accessing appropriate housing, needed medical services, and interrelated social, vocational, and educational services. Our Mission is Partnering for Growth and Resilience We are leaders in integrating care by empowering people, cultivating diversity, and dismantling stigma. We make hope tangible. We will meet this vision through our Core Values of : Individuality Meet you where you’re at Use your strengths Innovation Finding your next step Do what it takes Collaboration Positive approach Teamwork Integrity Be authentic Mutual responsibility

Respite Connection offers respite care, supported community living services and mental health therapy. Our team creates individualized services to fit your family’s schedule, preferences and needs. Families and direct care providers set their own schedule together and communicate directly with each other. This allows for flexibility in scheduling without having to call our office. Families can refer family members or family friends for employment, allowing them to work with someone they already know and trust. When we match your family with a staff, your Service Supervisor will have an in-person introductory meeting to ensure your staff know everything needed to provide great care. We encourage you to give us a call for more information on signing up for services or becoming a valued team member and care provider!

When winter weather drives up utility bills, many Iowans have to choose between heating their home or buying groceries. Food Bank of Iowa is focused on filling the food need so Iowans won’t have to decide whether to heat or eat.