Angela Dethlefs-Trettin

Angela Dethlefs-Trettin is the Chief Community Impact Officer at the Community Foundation of Greater Des Moines, a position held since September 2012, where responsibilities include leading grantmaking and nonprofit capacity building programs, guiding community leadership efforts, and serving on the leadership team. Prior to this role, Angela served as President of the Iowa Council of Foundations from February 2005 to August 2012, overseeing operational activities, facilitating training initiatives, and enhancing public awareness of philanthropy. Angela's early career includes positions such as Director of Communication and Marketing at the Community Foundation of Northeast Iowa and Project Assistant for OpportUNITY Works. Educational qualifications include a Master of Arts in Philanthropy & Nonprofit Development and a Bachelor's degree in Organizational Communication, both from the University of Northern Iowa.