Significant Events

1988

When the state of Iowa started the Transportation Waiver, Link Associates did not have the funds to purchase a fleet of vehicles to start this service. From 1998 to 2019 the Foundation purchased and leased all of the vehicles used to provide this service to Link Assonates.
During crucial financial difficulties, especially after the implementation of Managed Care in Iowa, the Link Associates Foundation extend an interest free line of credit to Link Associates to help them remain solvent.

In 2020 the Link Foundation built a 4 person fully accessible home with ceiling lifts in two bedrooms and one bathroom to support more people with significant physical disabilities.
In 2021 they finished construction on another 5 person fully accessible home with two handicapped accessible bathrooms and 5 bedrooms all with ceiling lifts.
In 2022 they purchased a three-bedroom ranch home to serve three additional people in Windsor Heights.
In 2022 they purchased a three-bedroom single level, accessible home to serve three additional people in Waukee, Iowa
In 2023 they purchased a three-bedroom single level, accessible home to serve three additional people in Waukee, Iowa
In 2023 the Foundation was gifted a 4-bedroom home in West Des Moines to serve 4 additional people.
In May 2023 Link Associates transferred ownership of a 4-person home in Ankeny to the Link Assocaites Foundation and the Foundation built a new 4-person home in Urbandale.

In 1999 the Link Foundation purchased its 4 first residential properties, which may be leased by those served by Link Associates. In an environment where accessible and affordable housing is limited, the activity of the Link Foundation has made significant impact on the lives of multiple people.

In 2011, the Link Foundation purchased the Link Associates’ main facility which serves as the headquarters for Link Associates. This 5,700/sq/ft houses the corporate offices, the day habilitation, leisure, and transportation services. The Foundation has leased the property to Link Associates at below market value as market value rental exceeded our financial capabilities. Annually the amount or rent is increased so we can continue operations in a building that is safe and accessible.