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The NAACP Des Moines Branch envisions an inclusive community rooted in liberation where all persons can exercise their civil and human rights without discrimination.

Sneak Peak: NAACP Des Moines Branch leadership working on some new things to grow our youth and college division.
02/23/2026

Sneak Peak: NAACP Des Moines Branch leadership working on some new things to grow our youth and college division.

On Saturday evening at our 2025 Freedom Fund Celebration, the Des Moines Branch NAACP proudly presented the Corporate Ci...
12/08/2025

On Saturday evening at our 2025 Freedom Fund Celebration, the Des Moines Branch NAACP proudly presented the Corporate Citizen of the Year Award to Dr. Gregory R. Johnson, System Vice President and Chief Medical Officer at UnityPoint Health.

Dr. Johnson has led a system-wide transformation rooted in equity, access, and measurable improvements in community health. Under his leadership, UnityPoint Health has achieved significant reductions in inpatient mortality and hospital complication rates, strengthening outcomes for those who need it most.

His dedication to justice-centered healthcare, partnership, and community well-being embodies the spirit of this award. We are grateful for his leadership and honored to recognize his contributions to the Des Moines Metro.

Please join us in celebrating Dr. Johnson for this well-deserved recognition!

12/06/2025

Book Signing & Discussion w/ National Bestselling Author Alencia Johnson Hosted by Jayla Poindexter

Join us today for a special community event featuring national bestselling author Alencia J. Johnson for a book signing ...
12/06/2025

Join us today for a special community event featuring national bestselling author Alencia J. Johnson for a book signing and conversation you don’t want to miss.

🗓️ Saturday, December 6
⏰ 1:30 PM
📍 Nadia’s French Bakery

We’re also excited to spotlight our host, Jayla Poindexter, an Iowa State University junior studying Journalism and Mass Communication and a proud member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated. Jayla is a rising media and communications leader, and we’re honored to lift her voice. ✨

Come meet Alencia, support young Black talent, and spend the afternoon in community. The event is free and open to the public.

We are officially within the final 4 hours to purchase tickets for the 2025 NAACP Des Moines Branch Freedom Fund Celebra...
12/06/2025

We are officially within the final 4 hours to purchase tickets for the 2025 NAACP Des Moines Branch Freedom Fund Celebration. Ticket sales will close today at noon. If you plan to attend, now is the time to secure your seat.

This year’s celebration begins with the President’s Reception at 5:30 PM, featuring hors d’oeuvres, complimentary beverages, and dedicated time for networking with our honorees, partners, and community leaders before the main program begins.

We are proud to recognize the following award recipients:

• Sharon Zanders Ackiss, Excellence in Advocacy Award
• Dr. Ashley Garrin, Visionary Leadership in Education Award
• Interfaith Alliance of Iowa, Faith-Based Organization Award
• Audrey Kennis, Women in NAACP Award
• Supply Hive, Organization of the Year Award
• Dr. Gregory Johnson, Corporate Citizen of the Year Award

These individuals and organizations represent the courage, innovation, and commitment required to build a Des Moines where everyone can live, work, and thrive.

Freedom Fund Celebration
Saturday, December 6, 2025
Prairie Meadows Events Center, Altoona
Program Begins: 6:30 PM

Please reserve your ticket within the next 4 hours if you plan to join us.

Today is about investing in the kind of Des Moines we keep fighting for, one where every family can live, work, and thri...
12/02/2025

Today is about investing in the kind of Des Moines we keep fighting for, one where every family can live, work, and thrive.

If you’ve been planning to support the NAACP Des Moines Branch, today is the day to do it.

You can take one simple step that strengthens our work for justice, voting rights, education, economic opportunity, and community health & well-being:

• Reserve your tickets for the Freedom Fund Celebration
• If you can’t attend, renew your membership
• Or make a direct donation to support our programs and advocacy
All options are available here: www.naacpdesmoines.org

Your support fuels the work behind community preparedness, youth opportunity, health equity, and our ongoing fight for a fair and inclusive Metro. None of it happens without people who believe in this mission.

🚨 Last Call for Sponsors and Tables! 🚨Today is the final day to secure your sponsorship or reserve a table for the NAACP...
12/01/2025

🚨 Last Call for Sponsors and Tables! 🚨

Today is the final day to secure your sponsorship or reserve a table for the NAACP Des Moines Branch Freedom Fund Banquet. After tonight, only individual tickets will remain, and those will be available until Friday (or until we sell out).

This is our 110th year, and the work ahead of us is real. Your support fuels the mission, strengthens our advocacy, and helps us move closer to a Des Moines where every person can live, work, and thrive.

If you or your organization has been planning to stand with us, this is the moment.

Sponsor or reserve your table before midnight.
Individual tickets open after that, but availability is limited.

Let’s show what collective power looks like.
http://www.naacpdesmoines.org

🎉 Congratulations to The Supply Hive, recipient of the 2025 NAACP Organization of the Year Award! 🏆💜Born out of the 2020...
11/29/2025

🎉 Congratulations to The Supply Hive, recipient of the 2025 NAACP Organization of the Year Award! 🏆💜

Born out of the 2020 movement for justice, The Supply Hive stepped forward with one mission, to nourish and sustain the people at the center of the fight. What began as an effort to support protesters with food, water, and essential supplies has grown into a community-centered organization advancing wellness, sustainability, and care for those most impacted by inequity.

Founded by Aaliyah Quinn and Zakariyah Hill, The Supply Hive has expanded its work far beyond the moment that sparked it, building programs that promote physical, mental, and spiritual well-being while uplifting social and environmental justice. Through a strong mutual aid network, they provide essential resources, redistribute food, offer education that strengthens community health, and support local events with the supplies needed to keep people safe and connected.

Please join us in celebrating The Supply Hive for their continued impact and visionary work in our community! 💜

Tickets for the 2025 NAACP Des Moines Freedom Fund are available at www.naacpdesmoines.org

🎉 Congratulations to Audrey Kennis, recipient of the 2025 Women in the NAACP Award! 💜🏆This award honors women whose lead...
11/28/2025

🎉 Congratulations to Audrey Kennis, recipient of the 2025 Women in the NAACP Award! 💜🏆

This award honors women whose leadership strengthens equity, community, and opportunity. Audrey embodies that legacy through her work as the Human Services Director for the City of West Des Moines Human Services , where she champions policies and initiatives that center underserved communities and build pathways to shared prosperity.

A dedicated educator and civic leader, Audrey brings a strong academic foundation in Social Justice Education and Community and Regional Planning to her advocacy. Her impact has been recognized across the state with honors including the Evelyn K. Davis Heritage Legacy Award, West Des Moines DEI Leader of the Year, the ISU Outstanding Young Professional Award, and several others that reflect her deep commitment to service.

Beyond her professional achievements, Audrey is grounded by her most meaningful roles as a wife, mother, and woman of faith, bringing intention and compassion to every space she leads.

Join us in celebrating her contributions and honoring her vision for stronger, more connected communities. 💜

Tickets for the 2025 NAACP Des Moines Freedom Fund are available at www.naacpdesmoines.org

🎉 Congratulations to Interfaith Alliance of Iowa, recipient of the 2025 NAACP Faith-Based Organization of the Year Award...
11/26/2025

🎉 Congratulations to Interfaith Alliance of Iowa, recipient of the 2025 NAACP Faith-Based Organization of the Year Award! 🏆💜

Interfaith Alliance has been a steadfast voice for fairness, justice, and democracy in Iowa for nearly three decades. As a statewide, nonpartisan organization, they bring people of all faiths and no faith together to protect religious freedom, challenge extremism, and safeguard the rights of all Iowans.

Under the leadership of Executive Director Connie Ryan, Interfaith Alliance has become a trusted partner in the fight for civil rights. Their work includes advocating at the Statehouse, collaborating with community and social justice organizations, and empowering Iowans to use their voices on the issues that matter most.

Their commitment to protecting the line between religion and government, defending marginalized communities, and uniting diverse perspectives reflects the very heart of faith in action.

Please join us in celebrating Interfaith Alliance of Iowa for their extraordinary contributions to justice and community empowerment! 💜

Tickets for the 2025 NAACP Des Moines Freedom Fund are available at www.naacpdesmoines.org

🎉 Congratulations to Sharon Zanders Ackiss, recipient of the 2025 NAACP Excellence in Advocacy Award! 🏆For more than thi...
11/25/2025

🎉 Congratulations to Sharon Zanders Ackiss, recipient of the 2025 NAACP Excellence in Advocacy Award! 🏆

For more than thirty years, Sharon has embodied what true advocacy looks like, working alongside community members to confront injustice and build real, lasting change. As the Racial Justice and Equity Director for Iowa Citizens for Community Improvement, Director of the Des Moines Chapter, and Development Director, she has led campaigns that uplift the voiceless, strengthen grassroots power, and hold systems accountable.

A lifelong organizer, Sharon has built relationships, developed new leaders, and created a youth organizing program to ensure the next generation knows how to use their voices and shape their communities. Her work reflects deep courage, persistence, and a commitment to advancing civic and human rights for all people.

While her impact across Iowa is profound, Sharon considers her greatest achievement to be her family, who inspire her daily in her fight for a more equitable future.

Please join us in celebrating this remarkable advocate and leader! 💜

Tickets for the 2025 NAACP Des Moines Freedom Fund are available at www.naacpdesmoines.org

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2705 Grand Ave
Des Moines, IA
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