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MIP Score

72

Housing
Urban Renewal

Invest Dsm

Mission

Invest DSM focuses on empowering neighborhoods in Des Moines through targeted investment strategies that enhance community value, support local businesses, and improve the quality of life for residents. The organization addresses the unique needs of middle market neighborhoods, aiming to inspire greater investments from homeowners and developers.

Basic Information

Tax-Exempt

Address

525 SW 5th St, Ste F, Des Moines, Iowa, 50309

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Founded in

2019

EIN

84-2607571

Total Assets

$19.29 million

UN Sustainable Development Goals Supported

This organization contributes to the following United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. See the SDG page for more information.

At a Glance

Neighborhood Improvements

Neighborhood Improvements

Highlights of recent projects that have transformed local neighborhoods.

Community Engagement

Community Engagement

Successful collaborations with community members for better living spaces.

Special Investment Districts

Special Investment Districts

Overview of key neighborhoods that benefit from Invest DSM initiatives.

Impact Stats

$46.9M

Total Investment

Total Investment Through Grant Programs

Invest DSM has successfully raised funds for neighborhood improvement through grants.

1,014+

Projects Count

Projects Completed

The number of projects completed in the neighborhoods served.

$37.9M

Other Sources Funding

Funding from Other Sources

The amount of investment from sources outside Invest DSM.

Past Events

Community Block Challenge

2022-06-30

Neighbors came together to improve mutual properties through matching grants.

Art Week Des Moines

2023-09-15

Celebration of local artists and the community through public art projects.

Dogtown Lights

2023-12-01

Annual holiday event uniting the community under festive decorations.

Upcoming Events

Neighborhood Improvement Grant Application Open

2024-02-01

Open for residents in special districts to apply for grants.

Learn More
Community Tree Planting Day

Community Tree Planting Day

2024-04-20

Join us as we plant trees to enhance neighborhood beauty.

Neighborhood Block Party

2024-05-10

Celebrate community improvements with food, games, and music.

Our Programs

Block Challenge Grant

Block Challenge Grant

A matching grant program for neighbors to improve their property.

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Homeowner Renovation Program

Homeowner Renovation Program

Matching grants for homeowners to update and renovate their homes.

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Volunteer Opportunities

Community Improvement Volunteer

Help with beautification and maintenance projects in local neighborhoods.

Grant Review Committee Member

Join a committee to review grant applications and support community funding.

Testimonials

"Because Invest DSM invested in our home, we have put a considerable amount of money into projects that otherwise would have not been done."

Franklin Area Homeowner

Beneficiary

"We love seeing the area continue to improve, and we’re so thankful the program exists to help us and our neighbors be able to afford to have these improvements happen."

Oak Park/Highland Park Homeowner

Beneficiary

MIP Score (Beta)

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Overall Score

72

80

/100

Program Expense Ratio

91.58%

20

/20

Program Revenue Growth

188.56%

20

/20

Leverage Ratio

0.03571

20

/20

Working Capital Ratio

3.937

18

/20

Fundraising Efficiency

0

2

/20

Latest Filing Data: Form 990

Fiscal Year:2022

Source:Source: Self-reported by organization

Financial Details

Revenue

CategoryAmountPercentage
Contributions, Gifts, and Grants10.45M99.07%
Program Services37.75K0.36%
Investment Income60.22K0.57%
Sales of Non-Inventory Assets00.00%
Other Notable Sources00.00%
Total Revenue10.54M100.00%