Groups Host CSA Fair Promoting Fresh Produce for Healthier Hearts this Valentine’s Day Weekend
Six CSAs* will connect with potential members this coming Saturday at the Campbell’s Nutrition CSA fair presented by Greater Des Moines Buy Fresh Buy Local, Eat Greater Des Moines, and Iowa Heartland Resource Conservation and Development. The event aims to provide people the opportunity to meet with farmers directly, to learn more about CSAs, and to ask questions to help them choose a CSA that best fits their specific needs and lifestyle. “The CSA Fair is a great way to learn more about CSA options around the area and talk directly with each producer. Each CSA has ...
Eat Greater Des Moines Announced as Finalist in Far Reach’s Nonprofit Tech Project Contest
CEDAR FALLS, Iowa—Far Reach, a Cedar Falls-based technology and marketing firm, announced that Eat Greater Des Moines is a finalist in its Operation: Make a Difference contest. Eat Greater Des Moines has the chance to have software built by Far Reach for free.
The winner will be determined by the public—the project with the most votes at 11:59 p.m. on February 14 will be declared the winner of Operation: Make a Difference. Voting is on Far Reach’s Facebook page, and individuals can vote once every 24 hours. The winner will be announced on Facebook February 17. ...
DMARC Takes Big Step in Faith
Take the first step in faith.You don't have to see the whole staircase, just take the first step.
– Martin Luther King, Jr.
For the first time in its history, the Des Moines Area Religious Council has a permanent home.
On Monday, January 20, 2014, DMARC opened its new offices and Food Pantry Network warehouse at 1435 Mulberry Street in Des Moines, Iowa.
Purchased in July 2013, the renovated 9,000 square foot building has been designed specifically for DMARC. The property is situated in the Western Gateway development area, with easy access from Interstate ...
Governor Declares Religious Freedom Day at January 16th Ceremony
Religious Freedom Day was declared by Iowa Governor Terry Branstad for the state of Iowa on January 16th. DMARC's Executive Director Rev. Sarai Rice (center right) participated in the ceremony at the capitol building on January 16th. An article by the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints contains details: Iowa Governor Declares 16 January Religious Freedom Day in His State.
Watch Our Renovation Progress at 1435 Mulberry Street!
On Monday, January 20, 2014, the DMARC Food Pantry Network warehouse officially opened for business at 1435 Mulberry Street in Des Moines. The DMARC offices opened January 21st at the new location.
The 36th Street property was purchased by the Revival Center Church of God in Christ. They will be re-purposing the old warehouse for their congregation's programing as well as making the upper floor of the offices into a sanctuary again.
Thank you for your continued support during our relocation!
January 8, 2014
New 'gently used' furniture was donated to the offices ...
Holiday Gifts Are Always Welcome!
Ways to Give...
Are you struggling to find the perfect gift for the holidays or another special occasion of your friend or family member? DMARC has solved your gift-giving dilemma for that special someone:
Pledge to our Capital Campaign - DMARC/MovetheFood offices and the Food Pantry Warehouse are moving to a newly renovated building near downtown Des Moines. Pledging or donating funds to the Mulberry Street project would make a great gift for your business or faith leader or staff.
Winter Thaw 2014 is approaching (formerly called January Thaw), give a gift ...
Save the Date for Winter Thaw 2014
Join us for Winter Thaw 2014 (formerly January Thaw) on January 28 & 30 and February 4 & 6, 2014, at Tifereth Israel Synagogue, 924 Polk Blvd., Des Moines, IA 50312. This annual tradition in adult education and fellowship is for everyone interested in learning more about other faiths in the community. This year's theme is Eat, Pray, Love!
Winter Thaw 2014 is presented by the Des Moines Area Religious Council (DMARC), the St. Joseph Educational Center, the Center for Social Ministry, the Jewish Federation, and the Masjid An-Noor Muslim Community.
Print a flyer to ...
New Report Shows Impact of Local Foods in Greater Des Moines
Local foods are making an economic impact in Iowa. In fact, sales of food produced in Polk and Dallas counties added nearly $340,070 to the local economy in 2012. In addition, $66,000 of local foods was purchased by grocery stores, restaurants and institutions in the region.
Eat Greater Des Moines helped collect the data in cooperation with the statewide Regional Food Systems Working Group (RFSWG), which supports local food efforts in 90 of Iowa’s 99 counties. The Leopold Center for Sustainable Agriculture coordinated the evaluation for one of the first statewide ...
Eat Greater Des Moines offers Speed Dating, Local Food Style!
Eat Greater Des Moines and the Iowa Food Cooperative are delighted to announce a unique opportunity for local food producers and area chefs to attend Speed Dating – Local Food Style. Similar to traditional speed dating with a one-on-one atmosphere, the event will be held from 1:00 – 3:30 p.m., Monday, November 11, 2013, at 1736 Guthrie Avenue, Des Moines, Iowa.
Local producers interested in selling food products to local restaurants and chefs from local restaurants are encouraged to attend. The speed-dating sessions will give chefs and producers an opportunity to ...
DMARC is on the Move to Mulberry Street!
After many years at the 36th Street location, the Des Moines Area Religious Council is announcing the move of the DMARC offices and warehouse to a new location – 1435 Mulberry Street, southwest of downtown Des Moines. The former Central Iowa Shelter and Services site has been purchased and Munro Construction is in the process of renovating the interior space and site.
“This relocation project is exciting for multiple reasons,” explained Leanne Valentine, President of DMARC’s board of directors. “By moving our offices and warehouse into this facility, we will ...