The Iowa WBC offers free one-on-one business counseling, peer cohorts, and access to the SBA microloan program for women starting or scaling small businesses. New entrepreneurs can also enroll in the eight-week WBC Foundations course covering pricing, legal structure, and basic financial statements. Schedule via 515-244-7246.
515-244-7246 · Des Moines, IA
Goodwill of Central Iowa at 4900 NE 22nd Street in Des Moines runs free career services, computer labs, and the Mission Pathways program providing paid on-the-job training in retail, food service, and warehousing. Many participants transition into Goodwill employment or partner-employer placements. Call 515-265-5323.
515-265-5323 · 4900 NE 22nd St, Des Moines, IA 50313
Urban Dreams at 1410 6th Avenue in Des Moines serves Black, Latino, and immigrant communities with workforce readiness, youth mentoring, and reentry support. The Career Building Pathways program targets formerly incarcerated women with paid training, soft skills coaching, and employer connections. Call 515-288-9277.
515-288-9277 · 1410 6th Ave, Des Moines, IA 50314