Canary Consulting Group

10/17/2026

A beautiful morning to join our clients, the Iowa Architectural Foundation, on their Eat, Drink, Architecture tour of the Drake Neighborhood. Fantastic tour, with knowledgeable guides, and great drinks and snacks by The Library Cafe and Lucky Horse B**r and Burgers. Check their website for future events - their downtown tours are also great!

https://www.iowaarchfoundation.org/tours-events

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08/10/2026

Exciting news! The University of Iowa College of Law is expanding their support for Iowa's philanthropic sector through its new Nonprofit Structure and Strategy Clinic. Housed within the Larned A. Waterman Iowa Nonprofit Resource Center, the Clinic is now accepting client applications for the Fall 2026 semester. Visit their web page to learn more about their free services!

Breadcrumb Home Experiential Learning Nonprofit Structure and Strategy Clinic Nonprofit Structure and Strategy Clinic About the clinic The Nonprofit Structure and Strategy Clinic (NSSC) provides legal services to Iowa-based nonprofit organizations. It expands access to vital, specialized assistance....

07/10/2026

We’re excited for the future of Iowa ACES 360 as they carry on the work and legacy of Prevent Child Abuse Iowa, and we’re proud to have been a part of the conversations that brought them together.

Nonprofit strategic partnership conversations are making a difference in Central Iowa!

Two long-standing partners, Iowa ACEs 360 and Prevent Child Abuse Iowa, are coming together to build a stronger future for Iowa children and families.

Beginning July 1, 2026, Prevent Child Abuse Iowa's mission and programming will transition under Iowa ACEs 360. The mission and legacy of Prevent Child Abuse Iowa will continue through Iowa ACEs 360, strengthening and expanding the work already underway across Iowa.

This transition brings together more than 65 years of experience supporting Iowa children, families, and communities.

It is also the result of an intentional planning process that began in fall 2025. Through months of exploration, discussion, and planning, both organizations identified an opportunity to create a stronger, more coordinated future for prevention work in Iowa.

This transition also comes during a time of significant change across Iowa's prevention landscape and nonprofit sector. By aligning efforts now, Iowa ACEs 360 will be better positioned to strengthen partnerships, support local communities, and sustain prevention efforts for years to come.

Preventing child abuse, reducing trauma, and advocating for the conditions that help families thrive remain central to this work.
Thank you to the communities, Prevention Councils, partners, and supporters who have shaped this work for decades. We look forward to continuing it together.

Additional updates will be shared in the coming months.

12/09/2025

Just a quick reminder to join us tomorrow as we share our insights about exploring nonprofit partnership.

Join us next Wednesday for a virtual nonprofit training exploring how purpose-driven organizations can assess, initiate and sustain collaborative efforts that strengthen their missions and amplify community impact.

Key Takeaways
✔ Understand the continuum of nonprofit collaboration—from networking to coordination to merger
✔ Identify organizational conditions that enable effective joint work
✔ Gain practical tools to assess readiness and opportunity for collaboration
✔ Learn from real examples of successful collaborative models in Iowa
✔ Reframe collaboration as a proactive, purpose-driven strategy for mission fulfillment

Register here: https://buff.ly/kV7uKmH

10/30/2025

Nonprofit leaders - are you looking for a little help and don't know where to turn? If so, this event is for you! Heart of Connection: Nonprofit Speed Networking is a fast, friendly way to meet local nonprofit consultants who understand your world.

I’ll be there to chat about our work, alongside a variety of consultants with expertise in HR, marketing, data, etc.

You’ll leave with new contacts, practical ideas, and maybe even the perfect partner for that project that’s been waiting on the back burner. Interested? Reach out, and I'll send you the link to register!

07/30/2025

We're thrilled to welcome Trace Hoekstra and Chris Koepplin to the Canary Consulting Group team, deepening our expertise and adding grant coaching and readiness services to our lineup!

Learn more on our website.

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08/22/2024

We're on the lookout! One of our clients is hoping to find an accountant or small accounting firm in the Des Moines metro who specializes in supporting newer nonprofits. If you know of anyone who fits the bill, please send them our way!

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08/13/2024

It's only two days away! DSM Hack is an amazing program that pairs mission-minded website programmers with great local causes. If your nonprofit's website is outdated and needs a refresh, applications for this charity hack-a-thon will be accepted starting August 15.

We will begin accepting applications for the 2024 Des Moines Charity Hackathon for Nonprofits on August 15, 2024. Let us know you are interested in applying… How can dsmHack help my nonprofit organization? You know the story: nonprofit organizations are constantly operating on a tight budget and w...

07/24/2024

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07/09/2024

Interested in growing as a nonprofit leader? Check out this opportunity to apply for the Community Foundation of Greater Des Moines's For Impact Leaders learning opportunity. This fantastic 9-month program kicks off in January 2025, and our clients who have participated in past cohorts have enjoyed their experience, developed strong peer networks, and developed their leadership skills. Check it out!