Make a Difference in Des Moines, IA

Whether you want to get involved in the national race or make neighbors aware of a great local candidate for mayor, here’s where to start to make your voice as a citizen heard loud and clear.

Politics - Make your voice heard!

• Congressional representatives for Des Moines
• County government officials
• Iowa Democratic Party
• Iowa Republican Party
• Iowa Elections Board
• State election info - Iowa
• Roll call votes - Congress
• Federal campaign contributions - individuals (searchable by city)
• Federal campaign funding - committees
• Federal campaign funding - candidates
• Presidential Campaign Finance Contributors in Des Moines
• More local campaign contributions
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You’re not the only one who wants to get things done around Des Moines. We’ve assembled a comprehensive list of all the terrific organizations that are making things happen. Find out the who, when, where and how you can work with them.

Organizations - More local lowdown here...

• Local groups and organizations
• Chambers of Commerce in Iowa
• American Legion post locator
• Veterans of Foreign Wars post locator
• Jaycees
• Find Kiwanis clubs in Iowa
• Find Lions clubs in Iowa
• Find Rotary clubs in Iowa
• Volunteer opportunities in or near Des Moines
• Nonprofit groups search
• Foundations in Iowa
• Community foundations (by state)
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Schools are the heart of most towns – and Des Moines is no exception. Here’s where you can easily get the most up-to-date information on what’s going on, including hot-button issues, hot lunch menus and hot team sports scores! It’s like Cliffs Notes for all things school-related.

Education - "Extra credit" info is here...

• Des Moines area schools and libraries
• Public schools in Des Moines
• Private schools in Des Moines
• All colleges in Des Moines
• Libraries in Des Moines
• Des Moines school ratings and reviews
• Department of Education in Iowa
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Remember, it’s “by the people, for the people.” Hey, you’re the “people” – so find out about your local government. Then make sure you do your bit to keep it running in the direction that’s best for Des Moines.

Government resources here...

• Des Moines area government
• Polk County government
• Iowa State Government
• Passports Info
• Where to write for birth, death, marriage or divorce records
• Veterans Services in IA
• US Department of Veterans Affairs
• Small Business Administration offices
• Social Security
• IA Government Bill Finder
• Iowa Government Integrity Reports
• Government Performance Project - Iowa Grades
• IA Motor Vehicles Department
• IA Drivers License Info
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We've made it a little bit easier to find spiritual meaning in your life, with this listing of all our religious organizations in Des Moines. You can learn what they’re about, when they worship, how to contact them and more.

"Divine inspiration" here...

• Des Moines area places of worship
• More churches in Des Moines
• Total Membership by Faith, in Polk County
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Des Moines is made up of lots of interesting and different parts! Explore the many groups, areas and neighborhoods that make us so unique.

• Property and Neighborhood Info
• Charitable donations
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It’s a true calling, and those who serve deserve all the support they can get. Here’s where to find out about military issues in Des Moines, how to get involved and stand behind the folks out there on the front lines.

Get military info here...

• American Legion post locator
• Veterans of Foreign Wars post locator
• Department of Veterans Affairs - Facility locator
• Find a military school nearby
• More military schools here
• Map of military bases in the United States
• Visit a local military base
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