About
The Des Moines Area Religious Council is an interfaith organization with a core membership of over 125 congregations from four faith traditions. Recipient of the 2012 LIVE UNITED Advocacy Award from the United Way of Central Iowa, DMARC provides a common means of responding to basic human needs and a context for interfaith dialogue.
DMARC manages a Food Pantry Network consisting of 13 separate partnering food pantry sites, a centralized food warehouse, and numerous community supporters. The DMARC Food Pantry Network is health-based and is the largest food pantry network in Iowa. Food pantry sites are located in Des Moines, Ankeny, Clive, Johnston, Urbandale and West Des Moines.
Our Staff
DMARC has a dedicated staff of 12 individuals.
DMARC’s Board of Directors
The Board of Directors for FY’ 16-17.
Our Member Congregations
Founded in 1952 through the cooperation of 13 local churches, DMARC is now over 125 congregations strong and comprised of four faith traditions: Christian, Jewish, Muslim and Unitarian.
Our History
Founded in 1952, DMARC has a long history in the Des Moines community.
Our Partners
DMARC works with many organizations, businesses, and partners to complete our mission.