Waukee Leadership Institute

05/26/2026

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05/25/2026

04/29/2026

Big things happening in Waukee 👏

We’re proud to celebrate the graduation of the Waukee Leadership Institute Class of 2026—an inspiring group that showed up, leaned in, and put their commitment to community into action all year long.

Their class project, Dispensing Literacy, partnered with the Waukee Community Schools Foundation to bring book vending machines to local elementary schools—making reading more accessible, exciting, and rewarding for kids across our community. To date, they’ve raised an incredible $8,755.21 (and counting!) with a few grants and generous donors still in progress.

With this class, our alumni network is now nearly 300 leaders strong—each one dedicated to making a lasting impact right here at home.

Interested in supporting Dispensing Literacy or being part of the Class of 2027? We’d love to connect. Learn more at https://www.waukeeleadership.org/

04/14/2026

Skip the cooking and make it a night out! 🍽️

Join us for a Community Night where 50% of your order goes directly toward bringing book vending machines to our local schools. 📚✨

Great food, no dishes, and a chance to make a real impact—sounds like a win all around. Grab your family, invite some friends, and treat yourself while supporting a great cause!

Check out the flyer for additional details!

04/03/2026

After nine months of learning, growing, and collaborating, our Class of 2026 is ready to take the next step in their leadership journey. Join us for an evening of celebration as we honor their dedication and welcome them into a community of more than 200 Waukee Leadership Institute alumni.

For more information or to register for the event please click on this link: https://www.waukeeleadership.org/graduation-2026/

03/26/2026

We’re incredibly grateful to Iowa Living Magazines for featuring our Dispensing Literacy project in this month’s Waukee Living! 📖✨

This project is all about expanding access to books and building a stronger, more connected community—one story at a time.

We’re still working toward our $14,000 goal, and every bit of support makes a difference. If you—or someone you know—would like to help bring this to life, check out our website to learn more and get involved.

www.waukeeleadership.org/2026-class-project/

Big shout out to our current list of corporate donors: Stivers Ford Lincoln, Shive-Hattery, Waukee Hardware & Rent-it Center, Beisser Lumber Company, and Farnsworth Group!

Let’s keep the momentum going. 💙

03/06/2026

Strike up some fun for a great cause! The Waukee Leadership Institute Class of 2026 is hosting a Bowling Fundraiser on Wednesday, March 25 from 6-9 p.m. at WarriorLanes Bowling. Reserve your lane, enjoy a night out with your family and help bring book vending machines to Waukee elementary schools. Just mention Spirit Night, sign your receipt and drop it in the box.

02/26/2026

Our class of 2026 has teamed up with the Waukee Community Schools Foundation to bring book vending machines to select elementary schools in Waukee. Every student gets a token to pick a brand-new book to keep! Help us make this dream a reality:

Support Dispensing Literacy by funding a book vending machine for Waukee schools. Your donation helps improve literacy and well-being.

06/25/2025

We are sorry to share that Dean Austin, Alumni of the Class of 2012, has passed away.