Associations USA: Iowa
Associations are everywhere. Here’s a snapshot from Iowa, the hawkeye state.
26,361
Number of nonprofits in Iowa in 2016
Source: The Independent Sector
135,300
Number of people employed by Iowa nonprofits in 2016
Source: The Independent Sector
1855
The year the Amana Colonies, a group of seven villages settled by a communal religious group with German roots, were founded in eastern Iowa.
Source: Amana Heritage Society
Who You’ll Find There
American Association of Swine Veterinarians (Perry)
Antique Airplane Association (Ottumwa)
National Traditional Country Music Association (Anita)
Association of Former Agents U.S. Secret Service (West Des Moines)
Source: Directory of Associations
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