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Iowa West Foundation Awards $3.9 Million In Grants & Initiatives

April 1, 2025

Funding supports events for residents + tourists alike; housing continues to be a focus The Iowa West Foundation (IWF) continues to inject funds into non-profit organizations that retain residents and attract visitors to Council Bluffs, while also adding to the housing stock to allow more people to call Pottawattamie County home. The Board of Directors […]

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First Responder Community Health Coach

February 18, 2025

Every day, I meet people where they are, assess their needs, and connect them to the right resources. Whether it’s someone without housing, an elderly resident, or a family in crisis, I’m here to help them move forward.” –Chasity Kephart First Responder Community Health Coach An Untenable Situation Fire Chief Justin James knew something needed […]

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Iowa West Foundation Grants $2.5 Million to Westfair’s Massive Modernization and Expansion Efforts in Pottawattamie County

January 9, 2025

Council Bluffs, IA — In a fairground game-changer, Iowa West Foundation announced a $2.5 million lead gift to Council Bluffs’ Westfair as part of a multi-phased $34 million campaign to revitalize the beloved fairgrounds and amphitheater and enhance the visitor experience for years to come. For 50 years, Westfair has been a cornerstone of the […]

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Iowa West Welcomes Two New Board Members

December 19, 2024

Iowa West recently welcomed two Pottawattamie County residents as new board members to the organization. Laura Heisterkamp and Sarah Yrkoski will begin their four-year terms in January 2025. Both women bring a wealth of experience, Heisterkamp as the assistant vice president of bulk marketing and sales and Yrkoski as the general director for workforce resources, […]

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