Great Ape Trust
Des Moines, Iowa is home to the world-renowned bonobo language research facility Great Ape Trust. The Trust is the largest great ape facility in North America, and their resident bonobo Kanzi has gained national media attention for his ability to "speak" with humans using an interactive Lexigram.
Ballet Des Moines
Ballet Des Moines is a not-for-profit organization focused on establishing a professional ballet company in Des Moines, and inspiring young dancers to pursue professional dance careers.
Science Center of Iowa
Science Center of Iowa's goal is to be a quality community resource for informal science learning where children, families, school groups and individuals come to explore science and technology. Since May 2005, SCI has provided engaging, educational programs, exhibits and films to more than two million people.
Fort Dodge Recreation Center
For fitness, fun and socializing, there’s no better place than Fort Dodge Community REC. Whether you’re looking for a traditional recreation center like our downtown REC or the health club atmosphere of our Iowa Central Community College REC, Fort Dodge Community REC offers something for everyone — young people, families, single or older active adults.
Friendship Haven
Located on 60 scenic acres in Fort Dodge, Iowa, Friendship Haven is one of Iowa’s premier retirement communities. Residents experience the best in maintenance-free modern living, comfort, convenience and security.
Live Healthy America
Live Healthy America is a nationwide, Web-based, and teamwork-driven program designed to motivate and teach individuals and organizations how to make positive and lasting changes to achieve a healthy lifestyle through increased physical activity, improved diet, and weight loss over the course of 100 days.
The Homestead
The Homestead provides treatment solutions to people affected by autism. Through campus programs and adult and youth community services, The Homestead seeks to help individuals learn to communicate more effectively, better care for themselves, develop relationships with those around them and lead more fulfilling lives.