Business Horizons

23/01/2025

Flashback to 2015! Check out this throwback photo from Business Horizons a decade ago—time flies when you're making memories and building futures!

As we kick off 2025, don’t forget to nominate the next generation of changemakers for this year’s Business Horizons program at Drake University! Let’s make it unforgettable!

Business Horizons

22/01/2025

Hey, High School Seniors! Take a look into the Elevate Iowa scholarship, applications are open NOW!

Cha-Ching! 🤑
HS seniors choosing to kickstart their manufacturing career through Iowa Community College courses could be eligible for a $500 Elevate Iowa scholarship! Applications are being accepted now through May 2nd. Learn more & apply online ➡️ https://bit.ly/3TW0ubi

15/01/2025

Want to see what Business Horizons is all about?

Watch the 2024 Recap video here: https://loom.ly/pffSDj4

13/01/2025

🎓 Attention Students! 🎓

Time is running out to apply for the NCGA and Iowa Corn Future of Agriculture Scholarships.

Are you a high school graduating senior or current college student pursuing a degree in agriculture? Iowa Corn wants to support you because we know you are the future!

The deadline is January 31st! 🗓️

Don't miss out on these opportunities to fund your education. Complete your application today!

📲 https://www.iowacorn.org/membership/student-opportunities/future-of-agriculture-scholarships/

13/01/2025

Ready to make a difference in 2025? Discover how sponsors impacted students in the 2024 Business Horizons program—hear directly from them!

10/01/2025

Registration for the 'Best Week of the Summer' is now OPEN!

Iowa High School Students - Join us at Drake University, July 13-17, for a week packed with hands-on entrepreneurial activities, team challenges, and real-world career exploration. Register early to secure your spot and enjoy the early bird discount: https://loom.ly/7mioAnA

09/01/2025

Aureon opens 2025 scholarship applications for college, high school students!

Aureon, a Des Moines-based technology solution provider, has opened 2025 applications for its scholarship programs. The Aureon STEM Scholarship Program focuses on supporting students from rural communities served by Iowa Telecommunications Company (ITC) owners who plan to study a STEM-based curriculum. This year Aureon will award $10,000 in scholarships to six applicants. Aureon’s Scholarship for Technology Students awards $5,000 in scholarships to high school juniors and seniors from metro areas directly served by Aureon, including Des Moines, West Des Moines and Davenport. The deadline to apply for the scholarships is March 1. To learn more or apply, visit https://aureon.com/

08/01/2025

Our incredible sponsors went above and beyond! Thank you to everyone who supported us during Year-End Giving and Giving Tuesday. Your generosity drives our programs forward and makes a lasting impact!

07/01/2025

High School Seniors...check out this opportunity for a scholarship from the Dupaco Foundation!

Attention high school seniors! Heading to college in the fall? Dupaco Foundation has a scholarship opportunity for you. 👨‍🎓💰 Applications are due Feb. 26, 2025.
Find all the details at https://www.dupaco.com/scholarship

06/01/2025

January is National Mentoring Month!

The ABI Foundation is incredibly grateful for the Mentors and Advisors who support our Business Horizons program. By fostering meaningful discussions, teaching vital future-ready skills, and serving as creative sounding boards, our Advisors play a crucial role in our program’s success!

Interested in becoming an Advisor for ? Discover more here: https://loom.ly/PGl19l4

03/01/2025

Who is already thinking about summer?

The Best Week of the Summer this year is July 13-17th! Do you know a high school student who should experience Business Horizons? Nominate them here: https://loom.ly/nSk0Hig

19/12/2024

As the year ends, celebrate the power of education to inspire growth and innovation. Your year-end gift to the ABI Foundation supports programs that empower students and professionals to become Iowa’s future leaders, driving meaningful impact for generations to come.

We are grateful to our generous donors who contribute to our programs! Donate here today! https://loom.ly/5D9tTZA

03/12/2024

It is today! Every donation to the ABI Foundation helps better our programs like Business Horizons and Leadership Iowa University.

Thank YOU for making a difference!

It's ! 🌍✨ Today is the day to give back and support future leaders through the ABI Foundation. Your donations help fund programs like Business Horizons and Leadership Iowa University, providing students with the resources, skills, and experiences they need to thrive.

How your gift helps: Your donation supports scholarships, meals, program materials, and more for Iowa’s next generation of business leaders.

Ready to make an impact? Donate now: https://www.iowaabi.org/abi-foundation/pay-online/

25/11/2024

Your generous donation can help programming and students at BH!

Let’s empower the next generation of Iowa’s business leaders! 🌟 This , your donation to the ABI Foundation supports Business Horizons and Leadership Iowa University, helping provide meals for students as they grow their skills and connections. Just $50 covers meals for six students!
Give early and make a difference: https://bit.ly/3rlN0ZM

19/11/2024

Make sure to submit an scholarship application no later than January 27th. Don't miss out on this excellent opportunity!

It's Scholarship Season!

The Des Moines Women’s Club is gearing up for its 2024–2025 scholarship season. The DMWC promotes life-long learning opportunities that help scholars reach their educational, professional and personal goals by awarding over $50,000 in scholarships each year.

Scholarship applications are open from September 16, 2024, through January 27, 2025, and all funds will be sent to the winning applicants’ school for the 2025-2026 school year.

For more information and to apply for a scholarship, visit
https://www.desmoineswomensclub.com/dmwc-scholarships-1.

31/10/2024

Are you looking for a fun, fast-paced, and meaningful opportunity to mentor high school students in your area? ⭐️ Our partners at the Jacobson Institute are seeking mentors for upcoming DesignDash events (one day) in the Cedar Valley (11/13), Des Moines (11/22), and Iowa City (11/25)! Learn more and sign up for this rewarding volunteer opportunity below. 👇

IOWA BUSINESS COMMUNITY – We need you for the Cedar Falls and Des Moines DesignDash events! Donate your time and expertise to the next generation of innovators, entrepreneurs, and leaders at either of the following events: Cedar Falls (11/13), Des Moines (11/22), & Iowa City (11/25)!

Register here: https://jacobsoninstitute.org/bizinnovator/designdash

The Jacobson Institute and our BizInnovator Startup curriculum presents startup events engaging high school students in one-day, fast paced entrepreneurial excursions. HS students work in teams paired with entrepreneurs/business & industry partners to solve problems they face using entrepreneurial solutions that drive innovation forward. This is authentic, experiential learning at its best!

We’re excited to partner with the following organizations helping scale DesignDash across Iowa: Iowa Entrepreneurship (Iowa JPEC), Hills Bank, Greater Iowa City Inc, Grant Wood AEA, Central Rivers Area Education Agency, Heartland Area Education Agency, and Des Moines Area Community College.

13/09/2024

Join ! 📣 We are looking for a motivated, self-starter who is mission-minded to join the Iowa Association of Business and Industry (ABI) and support our Foundation programs, including Business Horizons! Learn more and apply today: https://loom.ly/a4s3wv8

26/08/2024

Happy National Dog Day! 🐶