The Iowa Rural Development Council, a statewide nonprofit focused on small-town and rural vitality, awarded the 2025 Rand Fisher Rural Leadership Awards at its recent Iowa Rural Summit. The summit brought together leaders from small towns across Iowa. The awards recognize nominees in rural economic and community development, philanthropy, the arts and utilities. Honorees are nominated by the community and the final selection is made by a screening committee. The 2025
Iowa Rural Summit
March 6, 2025
Iowa Rural Summit set for April 10-11 in Ames
Rural leaders from across Iowa will gather in Ames April 10-11 for the annual Iowa Rural Summit, hosted by the Iowa Rural Development Council. “Rural Rocks! Energizing Communities through Connections” will feature sessions targeting issues facing small towns and rural areas, from outdoor recreation and regional partnerships to the next generation of leadership and disaster preparedness. The Rand Fisher Rural Leadership Awards will also be awarded during the event to
February 22, 2024
IRDC’s eighth annual Iowa Rural Summit set for April 11-12
The Iowa Rural Development Council, a public-private statewide nonprofit supporting small towns, has opened registration for the 2024 Iowa Rural Summit. The event is scheduled for April 11-12 at the Gateway Hotel & Conference Center in Ames. Rural communities are invited to bring three-person teams, which has helped generate momentum after previous events, according to a press release. Registration is available for communities and individuals. During a reception on April 11, the recipients of
