Funding & Partnerships Easterseals Iowa has ongoing collaboration with national partners and media/storytelling agencies (e.g., Acumen Media, Taco Bell Foundation grants, disability arts events). This suggests a receptive environment for sponsorships, grant-driven programs, and co-branded campaigns that align with disability inclusion and workforce initiatives.

Community & Employment With a focus on employment programs and daily living skills for people with disabilities, there is a steady demand for capacity-building services, assistive training solutions, and job-readiness tools that could be offered to enhance placement success and program outcomes.

Technology Stack A diverse tech footprint including AWS, Drupal, Google Cloud, and analytics/ad platforms indicates openness to digital fundraising, website optimization, and targeted outreach. Opportunities exist to optimize donor acquisition, AI-enabled accessibility improvements, and data-driven grant proposals.

Leadership & Growth Recent leadership change with a new President/CEO and expansion of fundraising visibility suggests urgency for strategic communications, donor stewardship programs, and scalable CRM or fundraising platforms to support growth and accountability.

Geographic & Market Position Serving Iowans across the lifespan with a broad services portfolio positions Easterseals Iowa to partner with state agencies, school districts, and local employers for inclusive hiring, respite programs, and community-based services—a path for contract work, program funding, and joint outreach.