Quakerdale

Established in 1957, Exceptional Persons is a nonprofit agency that works for people who suffer from developmental disabilities and families with child care needs. The agency provides residential and employment opportunities for adults with disabilities. Exceptional Persons conducts several rehabilitation activities, including exercise and cooking sessions and outdoor trips. The agency provides various recreational opportunities, such as arts and crafts sessions, sports activities and music classes. Exceptional Persons also offers the Child and Adult Care Food Program, which provides financial resources to child care homes to assure that the children are offered nutritionally balanced snacks and meals. The agency provides employment opportunities in the areas of vacuuming, polishing, trimming and mowing.

Story County ASSET is a collaborative effort established in 1985, uniting four major funders of human services programs to coordinate local planning and assess community needs. The initiative focuses on evaluating agencies' capabilities to provide impactful programs and recommending funding to enhance social service offerings in the region. Supported by the City of Ames, ISU Student Government, Story County, and United Way of Story County, ASSET operates through a volunteer-led team that ensures alignment with each funder's priorities. The organization provides critical resources and information related to eligibility and funding application processes to the community. Generated from the website

The Iowa Homeless Youth Center in Des Moines, IA provides essential services and support for homeless youth in the community. They offer a safe and welcoming environment for young individuals experiencing homelessness, helping them access resources and opportunities to improve their situation. Generated from their business information