UNITED WAY OF CENTRAL IOWA BLOG

United Way of Central Iowa is proud to announce that Grant Kvalheim, CEO and President of Athene USA, has been named the 2024 recipient of the Tocqueville Society Award.

On August 24, 2024, United Way of Central Iowa was deeply honored to receive the Genesis Ubuntu Community Appreciation Award at Genesis Youth Foundation's I AM Africa Gala. This meaningful recognition highlights the lasting impact of our collaboration with Genesis Youth Foundation and underscores our shared commitment to mobilizing the community to action so all can thrive.
 

United Way of Central Iowa Board of Directors is pleased to announce the addition of ten new members, who began their two-year term on July 1, 2024. This significant expansion reflects United Way’s commitment to bolstering community impact and advancing its mission through strengthened governance and diverse viewpoints.

United Way of Central Iowa has appointed Anne-Lyse Badou-James as the organization’s Chief Financial Officer (CFO). 

Anne-Lyse will join the organization’s senior leadership team on July 29, 2024.In this role, Anne-Lyse will guide the organization’s strategic direction, oversee finance and technology, and enhance community impact through innovative approaches aligned to United Way of Central Iowa’s UNITED to THRIVE strategic imperative.

United Way of Central Iowa has appointed Rubén Vázquez as the organization’s first Chief Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Officer.

United Way of Central Iowa is proud to have earned a 4-Star rating from Charity Navigator for a remarkable 16 consecutive years. It’s an incredible accomplishment for us; here’s what 4-stars means for you, our donors, and collaborators.

United Way of Central Iowa announced today that its Board of Directors has appointed Mary Sellers as President upon Elisabeth Buck's retirement in July 2021.