Tawasi Federated Women's Club

10/08/2025

🌟 Join Us in Making a Difference! 🌟

W.I.N. (Women in the NAACP) Hair Care & Hygiene Drive

We’re calling on our community to help support Black children and other children of color entering foster care by donating culturally appropriate hair and hygiene products.

🧴 What to Donate:
• Sulfate-free shampoos & conditioners
• Hair oils, leave-ins, & moisturizing creams
• Wide-tooth combs, detangling brushes, satin bonnets & durags
• Sensitive-skin deodorants, body wash, & lotions

🗓️ Donations accepted through November 16th
📍 Donation Sites:
• Corinthian Baptist Church — 814 School St, Des Moines, IA
• Walnut Hills Methodist Church — 12321 Hickman Rd, Urbandale, IA

💌 Want to do more?
Become a collection site or partner organization by emailing secretary@naacpdesmoines.org.

Together, we can ensure every child feels seen, valued, and cared for. ❤️

09/10/2025

Our Club Sister Emili Johnson explains the history and her experiences as a member of the Iowa Association of Colored Women’s Clubs

08/10/2025

✨📸 CRACWC Photo Dump! 📸✨
From empowering events to heartfelt moments, our Central Region Association of Colored Women’s Clubs family continues to inspire, uplift, and lead forward! 🌟

💜 Celebrating sisterhood
📚 Promoting education
🤝 Serving our communities
💪 Preserving our legacy

Swipe through the smiles, the hard work, and the joy that keeps our mission alive.

08/10/2025

✨📸 CRACWC Photo Dump! 📸✨
From empowering events to heartfelt moments, our Central Region Association of Colored Women’s Clubs family continues to inspire, uplift, and lead forward! 🌟

💜 Celebrating sisterhood
📚 Promoting education
🤝 Serving our communities
💪 Preserving our legacy

Swipe through the smiles, the hard work, and the joy that keeps our mission alive.

08/02/2025

✨ The Tawasi Federated Women’s Club of Des Moines is honored to celebrate and congratulate our very own club member and Iowa Association of Colored Women’s Club President, Linda Harrell!

Last night, the Harrell Foster Care Scholarship hosted its 8th Annual Banquet — a powerful evening recognizing and uplifting youth and families connected to the foster care system. Three families received Foster Care Appreciation Awards, and scholarships were awarded to two outstanding students pursuing higher education. 🎓👏🏾

The well-attended event welcomed state representatives Rob Johnson and Mary Madison, along with members of the Des Moines Police and Fire Departments, IHHS, and Four Oaks.

Since its founding, the Harrell Foster Care Scholarship has awarded over $40,000 in scholarship funds — a true testament to the impact one person can have when they lead with love, vision, and commitment to community. 💜

Congratulations, Linda! We are so proud of you!

07/29/2025

✨ We are BEAMING with pride! ✨

Please join us in celebrating our incredible Club Sister Emili Johnson, the inspiring voice behind the Black Girl Iowa podcast, for being featured on KCCI News and stations across the State of Iowa! 🎙️📺

Her powerful storytelling, advocacy, and unapologetic celebration of Black womanhood in Iowa continues to uplift, educate, and inspire communities statewide. 💜🤍

Congratulations, Sister Emili! Keep leading, keep shining, and keep making history! 💫

https://shorturl.at/eGkL0

A local podcaster is sharing her Des Moines upbringing in the Season Two launch of "Black. Girl. Iowa."

06/17/2025

🌟 Congratulations to President Linda Harrell! 🌟

A heartfelt thank you to Iowa Association of Colored Women’s Clubs President Linda Harrell for hosting a successful and inspiring State Convention! Your leadership continues to uplift and unite us.

✨ Special thanks to our dynamic speakers:
🎤 Anesa Buchanan
🎤 Legislator Mary Madison
🎤 Club Sister Debra Carr

We also want to recognize and appreciate every Club Sister who showed up, participated, and made this gathering meaningful. 💐 Your presence and support make all the difference!

06/11/2025

Calling all HIGH SCHOOL GRADUATES & COLLEGE STUDENTS!!! Would some additional funding help you begin your collegiate career or help keep your momentum going? APPLY TODAY!!!!

06/03/2025

Tonight's rally and vigil, powered by the FEDS AGAINST GUN VIOLENCE INITIATIVE, united community members, leaders, volunteers, civic advocates, activists, families, and friends in a powerful celebration of lives and a poignant remembrance of those we've lost to gun violence, fueling our collective determination to drive meaningful change.

05/08/2025

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05/08/2025

We are thrilled to welcome Audrey Kennis, Director of Human Services and Inclusion for the City of West Des Moines, as a guest speaker at the Tawasi Federated Women’s Club Spring Tea! 🌸

Audrey is an educator, practitioner, and social justice advocate whose life’s work centers on community, belonging, and equity. Originally from Denver, CO, she moved to Iowa to attend Clarke University in Dubuque, where she earned a bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education and Philosophy. She later completed a Master’s in Education with a certificate in Social Justice Education—and is currently pursuing a second Master’s in Community and Regional Planning at Iowa State University. 🎓

With over a decade of experience in multicultural programming, student retention, and recruitment at Iowa State University, Audrey's leadership has earned her numerous honors including the 2021 Outstanding Young Professional Award, the 2019 MLK Jr. Advancing One Community Award, and the University Award for Inclusive Excellence, among others.

Now, in her role with the City of West Des Moines, she’s committed to fostering a welcoming and inclusive community where all residents are seen, valued, and supported. 💬🌍

Join us on Saturday, May 31st at Corinthian Baptist Church as Audrey shares her story of courage, community, and transformation—and encourages students to embrace the journey ahead.

05/08/2025

We are honored to welcome Dr. Toyia K. Younger as a guest speaker at the Tawasi Federated Women’s Club Spring Tea! 🌸

Dr. Younger serves as Senior Vice President for Student Affairs at Iowa State University, where she leads a division of over 650 professionals and 800 student employees—all committed to empowering students to thrive.

With a powerful background in education policy, student development, and equity in higher education, Dr. Younger has built a national reputation for her work supporting underserved and transfer students. From Towson University to the American Association of State Colleges and Universities, her leadership has shaped student success nationwide. 📚✨

A proud Flint, Michigan native, Dr. Younger holds a Ph.D. in Education Policy from the University of Maryland and brings her passion for advocacy and access to every room she enters.

We can’t wait to hear her words of wisdom on Saturday, May 31st at Corinthian Baptist Church. Join us as we celebrate scholarship, sisterhood, and student success! 💐🎓