Passport to Prosperity
A week of events and celebrations recognizing immigrants and refugees for their outstanding achievements in their communities.

Save the Date:
October 6th - 2023 Passport to Prosperity Gala
Nominations are closed for 2023
Do you know someone who has made a significant and positive impact in their community?
These impacts could be economic, social, or cultural as long as they’re within the state of Iowa.
To qualify for the award, nominees must receive TWO letters of support, and must be available to receive the award on October 6th at our formal event.
Deadline to submit a nomination is April 26th, 2023
Questions? Reach out to Patricia Grote
pgrtoe@iowainternationalcenter.org
Nominations are now closed for 2023. Look for honoree announcement coming soon!

Thank you to our 2022 Sponsors and Donors that helped us celebrate the 20th anniversary of Passport to Prosperity
Contact Patricia Grote, pgrote@iowainternationalcenter.org with any questions
Thank You to our 2023 Sponsors and Donors!
Thank you to all that helped us celebrate the 20th anniversary of Passport to Prosperity!
A big thank you to all of our sponsors and donors that made this past year a great success.










Meet Your 2021 Honorees
The amazing people listed below were nominated for their significant contributions to their communities right here in Iowa. Through their stories, you’ll read about acts of kindness, bravery, and determination. The success they’ve achieved so far is only the beginning.





Passport to Prosperity Week
Join us in celebrations October 1-7th, 2022.
Events include trivia games, scavenger hunts, and a formal dinner event recognizing our 2022 Honorees.

Saturday Oct. 1st

Monday Oct. 3

Wedensday Oct. 5

Thursday Oct. 6
Peace Tree Brewing
6:30 pm
Peace Tree Brewing
6:00PM

Friday Oct. 7
6:30PM Social
7:00PM Dinner & Program
Des Moines Botanical Garden
Meet Your 2021 Honorees
The amazing people listed below were nominated for their significant contributions to their communities right here in Iowa. Through their stories, you’ll read about acts of kindness, bravery, and determination. The success they’ve achieved so far is only the beginning.





Interested in showing your support for our global community by sponsoring this event?
Contact Pat Grote
pgrote@iowainternationalcenter.org