What We Do

Avenue Scholars, the leader in bridging the gap between education and business, guarantees careers for our youth of hope and need through supportive relationships, individualized coaching, education, and training.

Our Goals

Avenue Scholars Southwest Iowa is dedicated to developing student life-long stability and success by providing comprehensive support, career exploration, and skill development that empower students to achieve sustained personal and professional growth. Through individualized coaching, professional development, financial literacy education, and work-based learning experiences, we equip students with the tools necessary to navigate career pathways with confidence and resilience. Additionally, Avenue Scholars Southwest Iowa is committed to workforce and economic development, bridging the gap between education and industry by generating a pipeline of skilled, motivated talent that meets the evolving needs of local employers. By forming strategic partnerships with businesses and community stakeholders, we drive economic prosperity and ensure long-term workforce sustainability across Southwest Iowa.

Annually, Avenue Scholars Southwest Iowa aims to add 100 job-ready individuals to the Southwest Iowa workforce in high-demand areas such as healthcare, business and communications, science-technology-engineering-math, and industrial technology and transportation.

Programs

Our programs are designed to cultivate relationships with students, businesses, and community members to provide opportunities.
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Events

Fundraisers and events help us raise awareness and generate crucial resources to serve our community. See how you can get involved.
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Mick*Avenue Scholars Southwest Iowa student

Avenue Scholars Southwest Iowa has provided a greater door to opportunity. I'm enrolled in the Construction Management program at Iowa Western, and with the support of my Avenue Scholars Southwest Iowa coach, I am enjoying it, and doing well in my classes.

Our Impact This Year

Avenue Scholars Southwest Iowa partners with 12 school districts in our region and is currently serving more than 300 students, and adds 125 students each year. Avenue Scholars Southwest Iowa coaches spend countless hours dedicated to coaching students in personal, professional, and academic development. We ensure all our students have opportunities for real-world, hands-on experiences in the career field of their interest. And that is thanks to the incredible businesses that Avenue Scholars Southwest Iowa has formed lasting partnerships with.