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The Greater Iowan The 2018 Greater Iowa African American Resource Guide “There is immense power when a group of people with similar interests gets together to work toward the same goals.” - Idowu Koyenikan Kimberly Baxter Director, Iowa Accountability Program Revised January 22, 2018 © 2006 Iowa Accountability Program. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed. Todd Nuccio State Court Administrator Kimberly Baxter Director, Iowa Accountability Program Dear Friends: The Iowa Accountability Program (IAP) works to help the Iowa Judicial Branch achieve its mission of ensuring equal access to justice for all. As part of our efforts, we strive to enhance relationships between the African American community and system professionals. On behalf of IAP, we thank you for your continued support and assistance. Each year, we receive positive feedback on our efforts and look forward to making an even greater impact this year. We are excited to present to you the 2018 Greater Iowa African American Resource Guide. This is the only statewide African American Resource Guide in Iowa and has been a sought after resource for thousands, from community members and leaders to U.S. Congress members! The 2018 Greater Iowa African American Resource Guide lists hundreds of amazing African American businesses, organizations, elected officials, consultants, physicians, services, places of worship and more throughout Iowa. This edition alone showcases nearly 600 individuals, businesses, and organizations! Over the past thirteen years, we have recognized the unique goods and services that Iowa’s African American population has to offer by highlighting the connections of African American community members across the state. The 2018 Greater Iowa African American Resource Guide is the tool that further connects the community, the state, and the people. Thank you for reading, and please feel free to share the 2018 Greater Iowa African American Resource Guide with family, friends, and associates. Sincerely, Director of the Iowa Accountability Program ii Businesses/Organizations with changes/updated information or would like to be added to the next edition of the African American Resource Guide, please complete this form, detach and mail or fax (with subject: For African American Resource Guide) to: Iowa Accountability Program State Court Administrator’s Office 1111 East Court Avenue Des Moines, IA 50319 Phone: (515) 725-8075 Fax: (515) 725-8049 Email: [email protected] Business/Organization Name* _____________________________________________________ Contact Name __________________________________________________________________ Contact Title ___________________________________________________________________ Address* _____________________________________________________________________ City* ________________________________ State*_________ Zip*____________________ Primary Phone* _______________________ Secondary Phone _________________________ Fax __________________________ Email*_________________________________________ Website Address _______________________________________________________________ Description of Business/Organization _______________________________________________ (* indicates a required field) Indicate which category best describes your organization: Attorney/Legal Resource Communications Organization Business Education Place of Worship/Choir Contractor/Construction Entertainment Restaurant Community Center/Service Government Retail Other (Specify) _________________________________________________________________ iii Table of Contents Letter from Program Director .............................................................................................. ii Business & Organization Entry Form ................................................................................ iii History of African Americans in Iowa ................................................................................ 1 Ames .................................................................................................................................... 5 Attorneys & Legal Resources .............................................................................................. 7 Colleges & University Affiliations ..................................................................................... 7 Community Centers & Services .......................................................................................... 9 Contractors & Construction ................................................................................................. 9 Fraternities & Sororities .................................................................................................... 10 Organizations ..................................................................................................................... 10 Physicians & Surgeons ...................................................................................................... 11 Places of Worship & Choirs .............................................................................................. 11 Cedar Rapids .................................................................................................................... 12 Elected & Appointed Officials .......................................................................................... 14 Attorneys & Legal Resources ............................................................................................ 15 Business Consultants & Development .............................................................................. 15 College & University Affiliations ..................................................................................... 16 Communications, Media, & Marketing ............................................................................. 16 Community Centers & Services ........................................................................................ 16 Educational Resources ....................................................................................................... 18 Financial Services & Insurance ......................................................................................... 18 Hair Care & Beauty Supply ............................................................................................... 19 Organizations ..................................................................................................................... 19 Physicians & Surgeons ...................................................................................................... 20 Places of Worship & Choirs .............................................................................................. 20 Realtors & Real Estate ....................................................................................................... 21 Retail/Sales/Supplies ......................................................................................................... 21 Davenport ......................................................................................................................... 22 Elected & Appointed Officials .......................................................................................... 24 Attorneys & Legal Resources ............................................................................................ 25 Auto Sales & Services ....................................................................................................... 25 Business Consultants & Development .............................................................................. 25 Catering & Event Planning ................................................................................................ 25 College & University Affiliations ..................................................................................... 26 Communications, Media, & Marketing ............................................................................. 26 Community Centers & Services ........................................................................................ 26 Contractors & Construction ............................................................................................... 28 iv Educational Resources ....................................................................................................... 29 Entertainment & Music ..................................................................................................... 29 Financial Services & Insurance ......................................................................................... 30 Fraternities & Sororities .................................................................................................... 30 Funeral Services ................................................................................................................ 30 Hair Care & Beauty Supply ............................................................................................... 30 Organizations ..................................................................................................................... 30 Physicians & Surgeons ...................................................................................................... 32 Places of Worship & Choirs .............................................................................................. 32 Retail/Sales/Supplies ......................................................................................................... 32 Des Moines .......................................................................................................................
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