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Evelyn K. Davis Center

About

In the caring spirit of our namesake, Evelyn Davis, this first-of-its-kind resource center opened its doors in 2013. Since then, it has delivered educational, job training, and career services to unemployed, under-employed and underserved residents of Central Iowa.

Programs

From its location in the heart of Des Moines, Iowa’s capital city, DMACC’s Evelyn K. Davis Center annually serves thousands of central Iowans, helping them realize their educational and job dreams.

Polk County Financial Empowerment Center

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Careers & Employability

Career Coaches are available on a walk-in basis.

Men on the Move Clothing Closet

A men's clothing closet where community members will receive clothing to fit their needs for: job interviews, position change for current employment, or events and activities that require professional attire.

Iowa Opportunity Passport

A financial education and matched savings program that helps youth make a successful transition to adulthood.

Small Business Solutions Center

Business coaching and non-profit development assistance

Y-ExCL

Y-ExCL Summer is a paid, 10-week work-based experience for individuals 14-21 years old to develop and strengthen employment skills

Events & Classes

See what’s happening at the Evelyn K. Davis Center!

Location

Evelyn K. Davis Center for Working Families
1171 7th Street
Des Moines, IA 50314

Hours

Monday – Friday: 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

Walk-in accepted until 3:15 p.m. daily

Saturday & Sunday: Closed

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