Neighborhood Associations
The City of Des Moines has 51areas of the city that have neighborhood associations. The groups are volunteers who work to make the area a better place to live. Your neighborhood association is a place to reach out to for information and help. You are encouraged to contact them and become involved

• Des Moines Neighborhood Search
• Neighborhood Recognition Policy & Application Packet

Community Groups
These community groups work alongside the City’s recognized neighborhood associations to support specific projects, conduct outreach, and further advocate for civic improvements.

• 6th Avenue Corridor, Inc.
• Coalition of South Side Neighborhood Associations (CSSNA)
• Douglas Avenue Coalition
• Des Moines Neighbors
• Friends of SW 9th Street
• Northeast Neighbors
• Northeast Neighbors and Friends
• Parks Area Foundation