Welcome to the downtown neighborhood association.

Want to get involved in the downtown Des Moines community?

By becoming a member of the downtown neighborhood association, you can do just that.
Join the Downtown Neighborhood Association

Why should you join?

  • Be part of a community that's trying to make downtown Des Moines a better place.
  • Get your voice heard in order to make a real difference.
  • Social and network during events at some of your favorite downtown hotspots.
  • Not a downtown resident? Not a problem! We don't discriminate.

Check out the events we have coming up.

Reach out to dnaboard@desmoinesdna.com for virtual meeting information.
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See all upcoming social events.


Check Out Volunteer Iowa for your local Volunteering Opportunities

They need volunteers for:

  • Covid-19 food distribution
  • Derecho Response opportunities
  • Helping Hand
  • United Way
  • Habitat for Humanity
  • ...and many more.
Volunteer Iowa

We have a membership for everyone!

Whether you're a resident of downtown, a friend that wants a reason to visit more often, or a business that is looking to give back to the community, we've got a place for you.

Resident

$20

per year
or $45 for 3 years.

Check out our MAP to see if you live within the boundaries of the Downtown Neighborhood. If you do, this is the membership for you.


Ability to vote

Board meeting attendance (optional)

Social event access

Member-only communications


Resident - $201 Year Plan
Resident - $453 Year Plan
Senior Resident - $151 Year Plan
Student Resident - $151 Year Plan

Non-Resident

$20

per year
or $45 for 3 years.

Didn't see your residence within our MAP? No worries, we still want you to come be social. The only difference is that you won't get to vote on downtown matters.


Board meeting attendance (optional)

Social event access

Member-only communications


Non-Resident - $201 Year Plan

Business & Nonprofit Membership Tiers

Check out our MAP to see if your business is within the boundaries of the Downtown Neighborhood. If you do, this is the membership for you.

SilverBusiness Membership
$250per year
Membership Plan Includes
Atend meetings to gain face-to-face access with leaders in downtown DSM
Vote on important downtown issues and board topics
Receive monthly member newsleter
Ofere xclusive discounts and deals to DNA members to fuel your business
Opportunity to host DNA social events
Free window decal for your store front
Number of businesses listed in online business directory
1
Number of email or social media marketing communications
1
Silver Business - $2501 Year Plan
GoldBusiness Membership
$500per year
Membership Plan Includes
Atend meetings to gain face-to-face access with leaders in downtown DSM
Vote on important downtown issues and board topics
Receive monthly member newsleter
Ofere xclusive discounts and deals to DNA members to fuel your business
Opportunity to host DNA social events
Free window decal for your store front
Number of businesses listed in online business directory
5
Number of email or social media marketing communications
5
Gold Business - $5001 Year Plan
PlatinumBusiness Membership
$1,000per year
Membership Plan Includes
Atend meetings to gain face-to-face access with leaders in downtown DSM
Vote on important downtown issues and board topics
Receive monthly member newsleter
Ofere xclusive discounts and deals to DNA members to fuel your business
Opportunity to host DNA social events
Free window decal for your store front
Number of businesses listed in online business directory
10
Number of email or social media marketing communications
10
Platinum Business - $1,0001 Year Plan
Non-ProfitBusiness Membership
$100per year
Membership Plan Includes
Atend meetings to gain face-to-face access with leaders in downtown DSM
Vote on important downtown issues and board topics
Receive monthly member newsleter
Ofere xclusive discounts and deals to DNA members to fuel your business
Opportunity to host DNA social events
Free window decal for your store front
Number of businesses listed in online business directory
1
Number of email or social media marketing communications
1
Non-Profit - $1001 Year Plan

From our Facebook feed...

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The DNA would like to deeply thank Chris Fultz for his contribution as a member of our Board of Directors.  Chris served from 2020 until January of 2024.  During his tenure, Chris served in many roles including Vice President and Social Chair.  Chris was responsible for arranging the social events that brought many of our members together, fostering community, and creating strong friendships.  He developed valuable relationships with many of the downtown businesses that will be important to the DNA for years to come.

Chris is a resident at Brown-Camp.  He will continue his contribution to the downtown community as a real estate agent for Iowa Realty.  Chris has been, and will be, involved in many commercial and residential projects downtown.  Thank you, Chris, for your commitment to the downtown experience!
1 week ago

The DNA would like to deeply thank Chris Fultz for his contribution as a member of our Board of Directors. Chris served from 2020 until January of 2024. During his tenure, Chris served in many roles including Vice President and Social Chair. Chris was responsible for arranging the social events that brought many of our members together, fostering community, and creating strong friendships. He developed valuable relationships with many of the downtown businesses that will be important to the DNA for years to come.

Chris is a resident at Brown-Camp. He will continue his contribution to the downtown community as a real estate agent for Iowa Realty. Chris has been, and will be, involved in many commercial and residential projects downtown. Thank you, Chris, for your commitment to the downtown experience!
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Update on the ICON water trail project near Scott Street. 
(Photo courtesy of downtown resident and DNA member Randy Kramer)
Further project updates can be found here:
https://www.iconwatertrails.com/downtown-updates/
2 weeks ago

Update on the ICON water trail project near Scott Street.
(Photo courtesy of downtown resident and DNA member Randy Kramer)
Further project updates can be found here:
www.iconwatertrails.com/downtown-updates/
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2 weeks ago

UPDATE: Our monthly meeting will be on Wednesday, March 20 at 6:00 P.M. in meeting room 1 of the Central Library. ... See MoreSee Less

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