ABOUT US

Iowa Atheists and Freethinkers, Inc. (IAF) is a non-profit social and educational group dedicated to supporting local atheists, freethinkers, secular humanists, agnostics, and other non-religious people.

We are a warm and welcoming community of humanists, atheists, agnostics, freethinkers, and non-theists of all types. Our goal is to create a supportive space that encourages connection, growth, and understanding among those who share non-religious perspectives.

IAF seeks to enrich the lives of everyone who joins us through explorations in science, philosophy, history, and the arts, providing opportunities for learning, discussion, and community engagement.

What We Do

The primary purpose of Iowa Atheists and Freethinkers is to provide a strong, welcoming community for non-believers in Iowa.

Our group is run by members, for members, and we rely on volunteers to help us succeed. We strive to offer a variety of opportunities, including:

  • Social events

  • Educational programs

  • Charitable projects

  • Community-service initiatives

We welcome you to join us in any of these endeavors’s’’ and if you’d like, bring your own ideas to the table!

For a full schedule of activities, check out our IAF Calendar.

Social Events We Host

  • Sunday Meetups

  • Happy Hours

  • Picnics

  • Pancake Breakfasts

Community Service Events

  • Adopt-a-Highway

  • Volunteering at Planned Parenthood Book Sale

Our Goals

At Iowa Atheists and Freethinkers (IAF), our goals are to:

  • Share our non-religious view of the world with the community by participating in various local events.

  • Be more educated on religious issues ourselves.

  • Provide members with ample opportunities to meet like-minded people, socialize, network, and make friends.

  • Normalize atheism in the minds of people in our communities by engaging in meaningful community service projects.

We are also proud to be affiliated with a number of national and international groups devoted to atheism, freethought, and secular humanism.

Community Awareness Activities and Projects

  • Des Moines Downtown Farmers’ Market

  • Capital City Pride Festival and Parade

  • Protests related to the cause of Separation of Church and State

Charitable Events

  • School Supply Drive

  • Toys for Tots

  • Festival of Trees and Lights

Educational Events

  • Book Discussions

  • Ongoing Lectures

JOIN US


Iowa Atheists & Freethinkers (IAF) is run by a volunteer Board of Directors and Committee Chairs, and we rely on membership fees and donations to fund our activities.

If you support atheism and secularism in Iowa, we invite you to become a member, participate in our events, and help strengthen a welcoming community for atheists, freethinkers, secular humanists, agnostics, and non-theists of all kinds.