Connection. Education. Compassion.
Gan Shalom Preschool
Build your child's foundation for learning—academically and spiritually. Families of all faiths are welcome at Gan Shalom.
Beit Sefer Shalom Community School
Beit Sefer Shalom offers high-quality Jewish education for Pre-K through high school. Explore our curriculum, schedule and teen programs.
Iowa Jewish Historical Society
The IJHS is an award-winning institution that celebrates Iowa's Jewish heritage through education and preservation.
Jewish Family Services
We help our neighbors through outreach, family programs, senior adult services and financial assistance.
Our Mission
At the Jewish Federation of Greater Des Moines, our mission is to enrich Jewish living through connection, education, and compassion. Get to know us and the programs we offer in Central Iowa.
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We welcome you to join us for a wide range of local events! Use our calendar to find social, spiritual and educational gatherings.
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Your gift enriches and improves the quality of Jewish life in Des Moines, in Israel, and around the world. Give today!
New on the Blog
Are you new to the state or moving to a new community? Maybe visiting friends or family here? If so, you might be wondering how to find congregations, temples or synagogues in Iowa. While Iowa isn’t home to a large Jewish population—there are an estimated 5,450 Jews in Iowa as of 2017—our tight-knit community is...
Jewish Federation of Greater Des Moines
February 20, 2019
What kids learn in preschool sets them up for future academic success and can help them build confidence and social skills for the years ahead.
Jewish Federation of Greater Des Moines
January 23, 2019
We’re excited to introduce you to our new Jewish Federation of Greater Des Moines website! Through the new website, we worked to create a valuable tool for our community, updating information about our programs and making resources easier for you to find and use.
Jewish Federation of Greater Des Moines
October 1, 2018