Evelyn K. Davis Center For Working Families

Evelyn K. Davis Center For Working Families Helping people connect to career goals and achieve financial stability through job development and career coaching, workforce training, financial education.

At the Evelyn K. Davis Center for Working Families, we’re helping families and individuals improve their financial position and connecting them with their work and career goals. From its location in the heart of Des Moines, Iowa, the state’s capital city, the Evelyn K. Davis Center is helping many Central Iowans build their educational and job dreams. This first-of-its-kind center is a beacon for

those looking for educational, job training and career opportunities by delivering these workforce services. We’re preparing many Central Iowans to find their life’s calling as successful, working Iowans. The Center is a partnership between the Community Foundation of Greater Des Moines, United Way of Central Iowa and Des Moines Area Community College (DMACC). Along with a grocery store located in the same building complex, the partnership is providing solutions to three crucial needs identified by local residents: workforce training, employment opportunities and grocery and retail services.

06/09/2026

Crime Free Party in West Des Moines

Small Business Solutions with Polk County Financial Empowerment Center at the Evelyn K. Davis Center For Working Familie...
05/14/2026

Small Business Solutions with Polk County Financial Empowerment Center at the Evelyn K. Davis Center For Working Families will be hosting a workshop to learn about banking, loans, and Microloans for entrepreneurs on Thursday, May 28th.

LUNCH WILL BE PROVIDED.

Keep a look out for the registration and QR code, coming soon.









05/10/2026

This summer, Haydar, a 10th grader with a passion for tech, joined as an intern through the Evelyn K. Davis Center For Working Families Y-ExCL program.

Learn more by watching the video posted by United Way of Central Iowa below!

Today another new Digital Skills class started at the Evelyn K Davis Center.This 4-week program includes Basic Computers...
04/27/2026

Today another new Digital Skills class started at the Evelyn K Davis Center.

This 4-week program includes Basic Computers and Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, and Microsoft PowerPoint and Outlook classes.

Keep a look out for the next class being offered, we offer these classes several times a year.

Registration available online and questions directed to Immaculate at [email protected] or 515-697-1472.

🎉April 10th, 2026 Men on the Move served our 500th client for the year! 🎉As of today, Men on the Move served our 550th c...
04/27/2026

🎉April 10th, 2026 Men on the Move served our 500th client for the year! 🎉

As of today, Men on the Move served our 550th client for the year! ALL DONATIONS are truly appreciated!!

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At Men on the Move we are able to offer our clients professional clothing at NO COST due to donations provided by community members and local stores.

And, If you need help cleaning out your closet, or need coordination and style services, we highly recommend Jaden with The Color Collective. Jaden is a client of our Small Business Solutions at the Evelyn K. Davis Center, and we are very proud of her growing business!

Please email Robert Bibens at [email protected] to coordinate a donation or to schedule an appointment to receive professional clothing.

Contact Jaden at [email protected] to schedule one of her services.








Want to discover financial empowerment?Join us for our upcoming Dine & Learn: Personal Financial Services and connect wi...
04/21/2026

Want to discover financial empowerment?
Join us for our upcoming Dine & Learn: Personal Financial Services and connect with expert financial counselors who can help you take control of your financial future.

At this no-cost event, you’ll learn practical strategies to reduce debt, build savings, and move toward your financial goals (all while enjoying a meal)!

📅 Thursday, May 14th @ 5:30 – 7:30 PM
📍 Eddie Davis Center | 1312 Maple St. WDSM

👉 Reserve your spot by May 10: https://bit.ly/4dVRu1J

04/17/2026
04/17/2026
Busy doesn’t always mean productive! Join us for our newest small business workshop, “Urgent vs. Important: Master Your ...
04/17/2026

Busy doesn’t always mean productive! Join us for our newest small business workshop, “Urgent vs. Important: Master Your Time in 2 Hours”, and learn how to stop reacting and start focusing on what truly grows your business.

In this hands-on workshop, you’ll use the Eisenhower Matrix to prioritize smarter, turn strategy into action, and take control of your time.

📅 April 30 | 12:00 - 2:00 PM
📍 Evelyn K. Davis Center

👉 Save your spot: https://bit.ly/4tR3juy

Address

1171 7th Street
Des Moines, IA
50314

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 8am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8am - 4:30pm
Friday 8am - 4:30pm

Telephone

+15156977700

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