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Urban Dreams DESCRIPTION CONTACT NAME Wayne Ford EMAIL udinfo@urbandreams.org Since 1985, Urban Dreams has been providing Des Moines' inner city and Central Iowa with a wide range of human service programs in a comfortable and non-threatening environment. Urban Dreams' programs include substance abuse treatment and services, mental health treatment and services, support for young families through the Healthy Start & Empowerment program, a Social Mediation and Consultation program, Voter Education, the AgCulture Youth Food and Farm Program, and an information and referral service. PHONE 515-288-4742 OFFICE ADDRESS 1410 6th Avenue Des Moines, IA 50314 TYPE OF WORK Community Based COUNTIES Polk Page | 551 HOW TO HELP Urban Dreams works closely with area churches, Polk County government, area colleges, and universities, and numerous other organizations and businesses whom are mutually committed to the betterment of the Central Iowa. Along with the funding and support of contributing individuals and corporations, these organizations see their participation as an investment in the future of Des Moines and the state of Iowa. Iowans are encouraged to contact Urban Dreams direclty for more information about their programs or to donate, volunteer, or become involved.