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Iowa youth development organizations

There are 629 youth development organizations in Iowa. Combined, these Iowan youth development organizations employ 2,371 people, earn more than $96 million in revenue each year, and have assets of $294 million.
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Types of youth development organizations in Iowa

Nonprofit typeNumberRevenues
Youth development programs
 
375
 
$27,152,789
4-H and youth agricultural programs
 
110
 
$7,969,140
Boys clubs and girls clubs
 
73
 
$23,188,314
Adult / child mentoring and big brother and sister programs
 
38
 
$8,695,312
Scouting organizations
 
37
 
$13,438,917
Organizations supporting multiple youth development organizations
 
35
 
$1,848,844
Religious youth organizations
 
20
 
$3,307,196
Youth development professional societies
 
12
 
$20,192,747
Organizations supporting a single youth development organization
 
10
 
$149,738
Youth development alliances and advocates
 
6
 
$130,668
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Youth development organizations by major Iowa cities

Metro areaNonprofitsRevenues
Des Moines
 
165
 
$33,112,858
Cedar Rapids
 
59
 
$16,774,072
Waterloo
 
43
 
$4,165,097
Iowa City
 
37
 
$3,243,576
Omaha, NE
 
31
 
$120,204
Ames
 
23
 
$8,458,021
Dubuque
 
22
 
$6,850,553
Davenport
 
20
 
$9,745,960
Sioux City
 
17
 
$4,970,126
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Job trends for Iowa youth development organizations

Employees per organizationNumber of organizations
0
 
31
1-10
 
28
11-25
 
10
26-100
 
23
101 to 1,000
 
4
1,000+
 
0
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Sizes of youth development organizations in Iowa

Revenues per organizationNumber of organizations
< $250k
 
76
$250k to $1M
 
32
$1M to $5M
 
30
$5M to $25M
 
3
$25M to $100M
 
0
$100M+
 
0
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Directory of youth development organizations in Iowa

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Iowa FFA Foundation

Established in 1986, the Iowa FFA Foundation is a non-profit foundation created to provide financial support to agricultural education organizations in Iowa.
Revenue
$1.7m
Assets
$14.7m
Employees
7
EIN
42-1305468
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Young Men's Christian Association of the Cedar Rapids Metropolitan Area

The Cedar Rapids Y has been strengthening community for over 140 years by offering programs and services designed to help people reach their greatest potential in 3 key areas: youth development, healthy living and social responsibility.
Revenue
$7.2m
Assets
$28.3m
Employees
437
EIN
42-0680306
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Girl Scouts of Eastern Iowa and Western Illinois

Girl Scouts of Eastern Iowa & Western Illinois is a premier leadership development program for girls ages 5-17 in 31 counties.
Revenue
$5.7m
Assets
$18.1m
Employees
153
EIN
42-1008848
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Girl Scouts of Greater Iowa

To offer girls, residing within Iowa, se south dakota, and ne Nebraska, an opportunity to participate in the Girl scout program in accordance with the purpose of the Girl scout movement in the united states of America.
Revenue
$7.8m
Assets
$15.5m
Employees
158
EIN
42-0698218
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Boys and Girls Clubs of the Corridor

Empowers young people to reach their full potential through varied and diverse programs, serving 300 youth daily during the school year.
Revenue
$2.7m
Assets
$13.2m
Employees
81
EIN
42-1434056
IRS type
501(c)(3)

United Action for Youth

United Action for Youth empowers youth and families through mental health support, advocacy, counseling, and prevention programs to foster a safe and healthy community.
Revenue
$2.1m
Assets
$1.2m
Employees
50
EIN
42-0954860
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Freedom for Youth Ministries

Empowers at-risk inner city youth and homeless young adults across Iowa through the love of Jesus Christ. Offers after-school programs and employment training.
Revenue
$2.5m
Assets
$4.5m
Employees
67
EIN
03-0530851
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Boys and Girls Clubs of Story County

Youth development organization providing resources and skills for youth aged 6-18 to become productive and responsible citizens.
Revenue
$3.0m
Assets
$8.7m
Employees
57
EIN
42-0888428
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Iowa 4-H Foundation

Iowa 4-H Foundation is a 4-h or youth agricultural program in Ames, IA whose mission is: The Iowa 4-H Foundation provides financial resources for youth development through 4-h.
Revenue
$2.9m
Assets
$21.9m
Employees
0
EIN
42-6061606
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Boys and Girls Clubs of Central Iowa (BGCCI)

Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Iowa is the premier youth development organization in greater Des Moines. As the #1 advocate for young people, it is their believe that every child deserves the chance at a great future.
Revenue
$3.9m
Assets
$16.5m
Employees
175
EIN
42-6075138
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Big Brothersbig Big Sisters of Central Iowa

Big Brothersbig Sisters empowers youth through 1-to-1 mentoring, matching them with adult volunteers for support, education enhancement and positive relationships.
Revenue
$2.0m
Assets
$4.3m
Employees
21
EIN
42-1184999
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Boys and Girls Club of Greater Dubuque

Youth development center in Dubuque promoting education, character development and health with healthy meal program serving over 150k meals per year.
Revenue
$2.0m
Assets
$14.2m
Employees
56
EIN
42-0710263
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Boys and Girls Clubs of the Cedar Valley

The organization provides social, educational, health, cultural, character, and leadership development, to inspire and enable all young people, especially those who need us most, to reach their full potential as responsible, caring, and productive citizen....
Revenue
$1.3m
Assets
$8.4m
Employees
65
EIN
42-6083723
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Josiah White's Quakerdale Foundation

The Josiah White's Quakerdale Foundation connects donations to Christian nonprofits, impacting vulnerable children and families through grants, consultations, and facility support.
Revenue
$1.8m
Assets
$20.2m
Employees
2
EIN
82-2837021
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Project Youth

Project Youth is a boys clubs or girls club in Rock Valley, IA whose mission is: Project Youth operates a youth and daycare center for area children in Rock Valley, IA.
Revenue
$1.4m
Assets
$3.6m
Employees
70
EIN
42-1495998
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Children and Family Urban Movement

Community supporting children, youth, and families through education, health, and engagement in Des Moines. Provides before/after school care, meals, and out-of-school programming.
Revenue
$1.0m
Assets
$563.7k
Employees
29
EIN
42-1396833
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Dubuque Dream Center

Dubuque Dream Center empowers youth and strengthens families through mentoring, academic support, career development, and community programs that build health, unity, and purpose.
Revenue
$1.1m
Assets
$2.3m
Employees
32
EIN
81-1062794
IRS type
501(c)(3)

St Mark Youth Enrichment

St Mark Youth Enrichment delivers after-school and summer programs for K-5 students, advancing academics, SEL, enrichment, and school-supply support for families.
Revenue
$1.9m
Assets
$1.2m
Employees
60
EIN
42-1338364
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Project Renewal of Davenport

The organization provides after school programs and summer activities for youth in order to build self esteem and affirm each child of his or her individual talents by providing a positive and caring atmosphere, positive role models, and a sense of belong....
Revenue
$1.1m
Assets
$3.2m
Employees
10
EIN
13-4292017
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Cedar Rapids and East Central Iowa

The mission of Big Brothers Big Sisters of Cedar Rapids and East Central Iowa is to provide children facing adversity with strong and enduring, professionally supported one-to-one relationships that change their lives for the better, forever.
Revenue
$1.8m
Assets
$1.6m
Employees
20
EIN
42-1170475
IRS type
501(c)(3)
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