Education & planning · Des Moines, IA (Polk County)
Community & Church Financial Literacy Seminars in Des Moines, Iowa
58.6% of Des Moines homes are owner-occupied (U.S.: 65.0%), and the median home value is $184,600, well below the U.S. median of $303,400. Educational workshops on how money works, debt basics, and protection concepts for churches, nonprofits, and employers — complimentary to host. Olive, a licensed agent with Manna Financial Services, helps Des Moines, IA households compare community financial literacy workshops by phone or video, and the first conversation is free.
What matters for community financial literacy workshops in Des Moines
Des Moines has about 212,000 residents, 28.9% of households with children and 14.1% of residents 65 or older, so workshop topics range from protecting a young family to planning for Medicare.
Des Moines by the numbers
- 58.6% of Des Moines homes are owner-occupied (U.S.: 65.0%), and the median home value is $184,600, well below the U.S. median of $303,400.
- 14.1% of Des Moines residents are 65 or older, about 29,900 people, below the U.S. average of 17.7%.
- 28.9% of Des Moines households include children under 18, below the U.S. figure of 29.8%.
- The median household income in Des Moines is $63,968, below the U.S. average of $78,538.
Des Moines and nearby communities
| Place | Households with children | 65 or older | Median household income |
|---|---|---|---|
| Des Moines | 28.9% | 14.1% | $63,968 |
| Chicago | 23.8% | 14.1% | $75,134 |
| Indianapolis | 28.9% | 13.5% | $62,911 |
| Detroit | 28.6% | 15.1% | $39,575 |
| U.S. | 29.8% | 17.7% | $78,538 |
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2019–2023 5-year estimates.
How we help with community financial literacy workshops
- 60–90 minute workshops for congregations and community groups
- Topics such as compounding basics, protection concepts, and debt cash flow
- Workbooks or digital guides for registered attendees when available
- Education-first environment during the presentation
Read our full guide to community financial literacy workshops
Rules that apply in Iowa
- Our education sessions are free and come with no obligation to buy.
- We do not give tax, legal, investment or credit-counseling advice; we refer you to the right professional when needed.
Questions from Des Moines
Is there a cost for our church or organization to host?
No. Community financial literacy seminars are complimentary as part of Manna Financial Services' educational outreach.
Do I need to visit an office in Des Moines?
No. Olive works with Des Moines and Polk County households by phone or video, so you can compare options from home. Most applications and signatures can be completed online.
Community & Church Financial Literacy Seminars near Des Moines
Talk with Olive about community financial literacy workshops.
Free, no obligation, by phone or video. Or call or text (937) 388-5346.