Ames Non-profit Organizations

The Alzheimer's Association leads the way to end Alzheimer's and all other dementia — by accelerating global research, driving risk reduction and early detection, and maximizing quality care and support.

Boone County Hospital's mission is to improve and enhance the well-being of those we serve.

The Story County Community Foundation (SCCF) is a nonprofit public charity created by generous local citizens. Story County Community Foundation facilitates and promotes private giving through the establishment of endowments, acts as a resource for nonpr

Our primary work is the publication of task force reports, commentaries, special publications, and issue papers written by volunteer experts—economists, legal experts and scientists from many disciplines. 

WE HELP SURVIVORS.

Believing in the spirit of a child.

The Bridge Home is the only organization in Story County and the Two Rivers region dedicated to ending the cycle of homelessness. We walk beside men, women, and families, helping them to find hope and a home

We provide hope and opportunity to the youth of Story County by inspiring and enabling all youth, especially those who need us most, to reach their full potential as productive, caring, and responsible citizens.

Because Art Matters.

Overflow is a community effort to care for people in need, locally and globally, through recycling and reselling clean, affordable goods.

A group of young leaders committed to personal development through impactful community involvement.

Incorporated in 1975, The Ames Foundation serves as the catalyst for the identification and execution of projects that enhance quality of life and create a greater sense of community among citizens.

As a 501c3, the We Will Collective helps our athletes use their NIL to give back to charities and others in need. We believe that NIL should be used to grow the character of athletes and to benefit our communities. The We Will Collective is a way to upho

Come have fun with us this summer!

HFHCI sponsors specific projects in human habitat development in Hamilton, Hardin and Story counties by constructing modest but adequate housing and associates with other organizations functioning with purposes consistent with those of Habitat.