Mary O'Keefe

Provides retirement plans, asset management and insurance services

Owns and operates a chain of convenience stores

Operates and provides hospitals, clinics and home care services

Grant-making foundation

Operates as a non-profit organization which engages in promoting charitable giving and providing leadership on important community issues

Dowling Catholic High School is a private Catholic institution serving grades 9-12. The non-profit company is based in West Des Moines, IA. The school integrates faith and values into its academic program and offers a comprehensive educational experience including academics, fine arts, athletics, and student life with numerous clubs and activities. Student services support academic, social, emotional, and career development, and college planning includes personalized counseling, dual credit courses, and assistance with applications and scholarships. The school emphasizes community engagement and leadership development through faith-centered programs, retreats, and service opportunities, and fosters partnerships with parents and local businesses. Philanthropic efforts support student programs, facilities, and resources. Additional offerings include the kid captain program and nutrition partnerships for athlete health.

Blank Park Zoo cares for over 2,500 animals across diverse habitats and focuses on conservation, education, research, and recreation. The private company is based in Des Moines, IA. The zoo offers educational programs for children and families, including age-specific classes, camps, field trips, and outreach initiatives such as "Zoo to You," which emphasize hands-on learning, STEM, and conservation awareness. Event spaces are available for private rentals, accommodating gatherings of various sizes with options for animal viewing and activities. Sponsorship and donation opportunities support animal care, education, and conservation, with tailored partnerships for corporate sponsors. The Blank Park Zoo Foundation facilitates charitable giving through planned giving options, and community engagement is encouraged through volunteering, internships, animal adoptions, and membership programs.