Author

Madelaine Jerousek-Smith

Journalist

Madelaine Jerousek-Smith is a freelance writer and editor based in Des Moines, Iowa, whose work includes magazine, web and newspaper stories. She has worked as an editor for the University of Iowa and a reporter for the Des Moines Register.

How to reach out to your community

By Madelaine Jerousek-Smith Journalist

A founder of an innovative flood-recovery project in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, offers advice for others interested in community outreach.

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Generate a religion demographics report for your zip code

This tool from the Association of Religion Data Archives (ARDA) assists church and community leaders in accessing free online information about their communities. The initial map shows the location of other churches in your area and the Community Profile Builder provides you with social, economic and religious information on the community or neighborhoods you select.

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