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Congratulations to Miss Iowa 2026 McKenzie Kerry.

Meet our moderator for our event with Tayari Jones on Monday! Victoria Henderson Webber is the current president of the NAACP Des Moines Branch and a leader within the Des Moines community.

Make plans to join us at Central Library for this FREE event with an acclaimed and award-winning author.

Burns United Methodist Church celebrating Juneteenth Wednesday, June 17th, 2026 at 6pm.

Congratulations to the class of 2026 from Urban Experience Magazine.
Check out our Graduation edition.

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We love the team at Iowa Juneteenth. Congratulations to Dwana Bradley and Kourtney Perry

Calling all designers.

🗣Put your designs on the runway!!⚠️ Do you have a fashion collection that can't wait to be seen? We have the platform for you. ✅ The Slay The Runway show is avaialble to designers who have clothing, jewelry, and other accessories for children 5 - 17 years old. We have the models ready to showcase your brand.

Dial in and get registered today!! Only 2 slots available!! www.slaytherunwayshow.com

For any questions, please contact Kourtney Perry

Tryouts are May 18th.

Congratulations Dr. Daniel Zinnel.

Dr. Daniel Zinnel has been selected as the next Chief Executive Officer of Orchard Place and will officially begin his tenure on August 1.

Dr. Zinnel brings more than fifteen years of nonprofit leadership experience and a strong record of expanding access to mental and behavioral healthcare. His personal connection to this work reflects the heart of our mission.

“This opportunity is especially meaningful to me because my own family benefited from services similar to those Orchard Place provides,” Dr. Zinnel shared. “I know firsthand the impact that support and stability can have on a child and family.”

Dr. Zinnel’s experience, compassion, and commitment to children and families align deeply with the values that guide our work each day. We look forward to the leadership he will bring as we continue to help Iowa’s children Develop Strong Futures.

Click here to read more: https://orchardplace.org/news-articles/orchard-place-welcomes-new-ceo/