Personal Passion Project

"Able Up Iowa is making it possible for people to live a normal life the best way they can." – Cheryl

Testimonials

Develop My Project Request

Personal Passion Projects are for individuals or couples who are planning independent projects without the active support of a team. If you are planning a project that will involve more than two people, we encourage you to fill out the Group Passion Project form. If you are representing a company, business, or organization we encourage to fill out the Company Passion Project form.

Please carefully and thoroughly respond to all the questions below. Once you have answered all the questions, please submit your request for feedback and approval. Once an Able Up Iowa staff member has approved your request, you will receive instructions on how you can further develop your project. If you have any questions, please contact us directly at (515) 292-2972 or email us at info@ableupiowa.org.

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You Create the Vision

First Name:

Last Name:

Email:

Phone:

Are you working with a partner on this project?:

Yes

If you plan to have more than two people involved in planning this project, please switch to the Group Passion Project form.

Please share your vision for this project:

Where will this project take place?:

If applicable, please include the name of the city.

What is your current expected timeline for completing this project?:

We Provide the Support

What manpower or volunteer assignments do you anticipate this project will require?:

What materials, supplies, and resources will be needed?:

What expenses do you anticipate, and do you expect Able Up Iowa to provide project funding?:

What are the potential obstacles that may occur during this project and how do you plan to resolve these obstacles? How can Able Up Iowa be of assistance?:

Your Passion Transforms Our Communities

Explain how this project will promote Able Up Iowa’s mission and values:

To learn more about Able Up Iowa, please visit our Mission and History page.

What are your primary project goals?:

There is no maximum or minimum number of goals, but please make sure each goal you list is specific, measurable, and attainable.

How do you hope this project will effect positive change in your community?:

Tropical Smoothie is Giving Back With Each Purchase

Tropical Smoothie decided to make a difference in their community by donating a portion of every purchase made to Able Up Iowa! We are grateful for Tropical Smoothie’s generosity and willingness to use their resources to support Iowans in need.

ISU Students Host a Doggy Day to Spread Awareness About the AUI Service Animals Loans

This incredible group of ISU students envisioned, organized, and hosted a Doggy Day event to spread awareness about Able Up Iowa’s service animal loan. What an amazing project! These students went above and beyond to be advocates in their community.

Audrey and Ciera Send Letters of Cheer to AUI Staff & Partners!

Audrey and Ciera often spread cheer and joy by creating cards, letters, and small presents for Able Up Iowa staff, volunteers, interns, and partners. Each time we receive their gifts, our days are brightened. Thank you, Audrey and Ciera, for using your passion and creativity to make a difference!

Boys Youth Group Volunteer Their Time To Help Make Signs

A boys youth group in Ames decided to spend their Wednesday evening helping Able Up Iowa staff create signs for our Run event. What would have taken one person a whole day was accomplished in a couple short hours! Thank you to each of these amazing helpers!