Project Iowa – CDM 2026 Nonprofit Tree Silent Auction Participant
Project Iowa’s tree theme is: Growing Into Your Purpose
Every career begins with something more than a job. It begins with discovering your strengths, recognizing your possibilities, and finding a path forward.
Project Iowa’s tree celebrates the many ways Iowans contribute to our workplaces and communities. Decorated in Project Iowa’s signature colors, the tree features ornaments and objects representing careers across industries from healthcare and education to skilled trades, technology, hospitality, business, transportation, and more.
Woven throughout the tree are words representing the journey toward meaningful employment: purpose, confidence, skills, opportunity, growth, hope, career, and stability.
Together, the decorations tell the story of Project Iowa’s three pillars Purpose, Career, and Stabilityand our belief that when people connect their strengths and purpose with meaningful, stable employment, individuals, families, businesses, and communities can grow.
Why did our organization choose to participate in the CDM Nonprofit Tree Silent Auction?
- Project Iowa is excited to participate in the Christkindlmarket Des Moines Nonprofit Tree Silent Auction because it is a wonderful opportunity to celebrate community while introducing more people to our mission. Project Iowa believes everyone deserves the opportunity to find meaningful, stable employment and build a future filled with purpose and possibility. Being part of Christkindlmarket Des Moines allows us to share that message in a festive and welcoming environment while joining other local nonprofits that are making a difference throughout our community.
How will the CDM Nonprofit Tree Silent Auction funds benefit our organization?
- Funds raised through the Nonprofit Tree Silent Auction will directly support Project Iowa’s programs and the individuals we serve. Through career development, personalized coaching, professional skills training, and connections to employment opportunities, Project Iowa helps individuals identify their strengths, overcome barriers, and take meaningful steps toward stable employment and economic mobility.
- Support from the auction helps ensure these services remain accessible at no cost to participants, allowing more individuals in our community to gain the confidence, skills, connections, and support they need to build a stronger future for themselves and their families.
Check out Project Iowa’s tree at Christkindlmarket Des Moines December 3rd – December 6th, 2026!
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