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Annual Changemakers Luncheon
April 22, 2025


The Changemakers Luncheon, presented by MercyOne, is our largest fundraiser of the year. All proceeds benefit Healthy Birth Day, Inc. We educate and empower expectant parents through the Count the Kicks public health campaign.

10th Annual Changemakers Luncheon

Thank you to everyone who joined us for the 10th Annual Count the Kicks Changemakers Luncheon! A replay of the 2024 Changemakers Luncheon is now available on YouTube. We hope you enjoy reliving the event or share it with friends!

 

Thank You To Our 2024 Sponsors

This event would not be possible without the financial support of these corporate sponsors. Please shop in their stores, use their services, visit their headquarters and let them know you appre­ciate their support.

Presenting Sponsor: MercyOne

MercyOne is a connected system of healthcare facil­ities and services dedicated to helping people and commu­nities live their best life. MercyOne’s care providers and staff make health the highest priority.

The system’s clinics, medical centers, hospitals and affil­iates are located throughout the state of Iowa and beyond. Headquar­tered in central Iowa, MercyOne was founded in 1998 through a collab­o­ration between Common­Spirit Health and Trinity Health – two of the country’s foremost, not-for-profit Catholic health organizations.

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Share the Cause: Markey's

For the past 10 years, Markey’s has provided top-notch event technology support for our annual fundraising event. Founded more than 60 years ago, Markey’s provides multi-faceted, multi-capable event technology on a national level.

Celebrate Progress: Josephs Jewelers Gold Box Giveaway

We are grateful to Josephs Jewelers for putting the ​“fun” in fundraiser by hosting the Gold Box Giveaway at the 10th Annual Change­makers Luncheon on April 22, 2024. The event was a big hit, with all 100 gold boxes selling out in only 34 minutes! Chris Branstad (pictured) was the lucky winner. She took home a pair of 14K white gold inside-out hinged hoop earrings that include 38 round brilliant cut diamonds, weighing 0.50 carats total weight. The earrings are valued at $1,575.

Beyond being a purveyor of fine jewelry, Josephs Jewelers has actively participated in community events, charitable initiatives, and endeavors that contribute to the well-being of the local area. Their commitment to the community goes beyond business, reflecting a genuine desire to make a positive impact. Visit their website to learn more.

Celebrate Progress: Broadlawns Medical Center

This year Broadlawns Medical Center is celebrating a Century of Caring for the Des Moines Community. We would like to thank them for their support of this event and their partnership in sharing the Count the Kicks program with the expectant parents they serve.

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Hy-Vee
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Sammons Financial
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Des Moines Plastic Surgery | Coachlight Clinic & Spa
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R&R Realty Group
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Polk County Board of Supervisors
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Business Record
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Gilbert & Cook
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West Des Moines OBGYN
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Syverson Strege
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University of Iowa Health Care
University of Iowa Health Care
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Scheels
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Iowa Total Care
Iowa Total Care
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UnityPoint Health
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OBGYN Associates of Des Moines
OBGYN Associates of Des Moines
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Mainstream Boutique
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Changemakers Luncheon

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The Changemakers Luncheon is an opportunity to share your business with thousands of household decision makers all over the country. Please contact us for more information on sponsorships.

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Changemakers Luncheon

Sponsorship Opportunities

The Changemakers Luncheon is an opportunity to share your business with thousands of household decision makers all over the country. Please contact us for more information on sponsorships.

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Count the Kicks educational materials
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Educational toolkit for providers
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MercyOne Count the Kicks presentation
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