One Iowa is a statewide lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer/questioning (LGBTQ) organization preserving and advancing equality for LGBTQ individuals through grassroots efforts, advocacy, and education.
Featured Events
One Iowa Happy Hour at The Garden Nightclub
Thursday, May 3, 5-9 p.m.
The Garden Nightclub
112 SE 4th St, Des Moines, IA 50309
Join us at The Garden Nightclub to support LGBTQ Iowans! The Garden is generously donating 50% of all proceeds to One Iowa.
One Iowa NORTH
One Iowa NORTH is a regional affiliate located in Mason City. One Iowa NORTH focuses on the needs of LGBTQ people in northern Iowa, their families, and allies to provide education and support.
One Iowa Blog
One Iowa Mourns Loss of Former Executive Director Donna Red Wing
Donna Red Wing passed away on Monday, April 16 after a courageous battle with lung cancer. Red Wing served as executive director of One Iowa from 2012-2016, expanding the organization’s work into new arenas after the battle for marriage equality ended. “Donna was a force to be reckoned with and will be greatly missed by […]
LGBTQ Leadership Institute Applications Open Now
Click here to apply for the LGBTQ Leadership Institute. Applications close May 15, 2018. What: Four month educational program to develop LGBTQ leaders When: Biweekly sessions held from mid-June to early October Where: Various locations in the Des Moines area. Individuals across the state are welcome to apply and participate. Stipends for travel and other […]