Iowa Womens Foundation

Iowa women's foundation continued to be a convenor and connector throughout the state to build local solutions that create more affordable, accessible and safe childcare slots. Iwf has provided data, information, consulting and resources to 75 communities and 150 employers to provide tools and expertise. Iwf hosted the first iowa solutions summit: childcare - bringing together over 125 community leaders from across the state to learn best practices, understand policy changes and receive updates from state departments. Iwf's work was recognized nationally in the boston globe, among other publications, highlighting our childcare work. Iwf staff were frequent presenters at conferences, forums and panels to promote better understanding of childcare needs and solutions in iowa.iwf continued to foster support and mentoring for younger women through events in partnerships with women in business groups at the university of iowa and university of northern iowa. In addition, iwf partnered with drake university for a women in sports event.iwf recognized over 100 outstanding women serving their companies, communities, neighbors and families through the 10th ovation awards. This program is aimed at paying tribute to women across the spectrum from ceos to unsung heroes.