…their own in-home child care businesses, which benefit more families in the refugee community. In 2012, LSI found that while former refugee providers were often able to complete the Department…
…website in the state dedicated entirely to pregnant young Iowans: www.theboost.org. In addition, EOI trained teachers and health educators in a comprehensive sexual health curriculum designed for young parents, which…
…self-sufficiency: Employment Childcare Housing Education & Training Transportation Mentors Applying for Core Grants Applications Closed for 2024 We look forward to announcing 2024 Grantees at the IWF Annual Luncheon! Click…
The CCSF focuses on increasing women’s economic security through access to quality, affordable childcare. Applications closed for 2024 We look forward to announcing 2024 Grantees at the IWF Annual Luncheon!…
…our hand*]}*books and policies to make sure we had complete and comprehensive policies and procedures in place.” All of us at Hawkeye Community College wish Kathy much success as she…
…comes to making a difference in the community. To learn more about them, visit cmc-cr.org. What are the elements of a home? According to Henry David Thoreau, “…a home, a…
…and rally Iowa communities to do something about it. Building Community Child Care Solutions Collaborative IWF’s first initiative, Building Community Child Care Solutions, is a state-wide effort created to explore…
Katherine was introduced to IWF by Jo Jones and Della McGrath. She joined the Board in 2009—serving her final year as president in 2011. Katherine is from Cherokee, IA and…
…community stakeholders Connects interested businesses to childcare experts and businesses who have already made an investment in childcare within their community. Offers resources for data collection, identifying needs, meeting needs,…
…community organizations and committees. Of all the core barriers, she is most passionate about IWF’s work in eliminating barriers to childcare and education—two major issues that have the most impact…
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