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Sign In — Free (10 views/day)IOWA CITY UNESCO CITY OF LITERATURE, founded in 2009, is a small nonprofit in the Education sector that reported $230K in total revenue in fiscal year 2024. Revenue decreased 6% compared to the prior year. Expenses of $256K exceeded revenue, resulting in a 11% operating deficit.
To build and support diverse communities of writers and audiences through the transformative power of story. We lead by inclusion and collaboration, celebrating the emotions, discovery and connections inspired by the written word in all its forms. We engage in complementary and cooperative work. We foster inclusive engagement to create connection locally and globally. We seek, engage, and support innovation.
Iowa City Book Festival: The Iowa City Book Festival is an annual celebration of literature, bringing together readers, and writers in America's first UNESCO Cities of Literature. Held each fall, the...
Iowa City Book Festival: The Iowa City Book Festival is an annual celebration of literature, bringing together readers, and writers in America's first UNESCO Cities of Literature. Held each fall, the festival features a diverse range of events, including author readings, panel discussions, and demonstrations, all set against the backdrop of Iowa City's dynamic literary community. With a focus on both emerging voices and established authors, the festival provides a platform for exploring various genres, ideas, and storytelling traditions. It's a unique opportunity for book lovers to connect, engage in thoughtful conversations, and celebrate the written word in a city known for its literary heritage. It drew more than 3,850 attendees in fall 2024.
One Book Two Book: The One Book Two Book festival is a celebration of children's literature and writing. The event showcases the talents of young writers and aims to inspire a lifelong love of...
One Book Two Book: The One Book Two Book festival is a celebration of children's literature and writing. The event showcases the talents of young writers and aims to inspire a lifelong love of reading and storytelling. With a variety of events, including readings by local children, interactive workshops, book fair, and family-friendly activities, the festival highlights the power of young voices. It provides an exciting opportunity for kids to engage with books in fun, imaginative ways, while also encouraging the community to support and nurture the next generation of writers and readers. It drew about 1,000 attendees in winter 2025.
Paul Engle Award: The annual Paul Engle Prize from the Iowa City UNESCO City of Literature honors an individual who, like Paul Engle, represents a pioneering spirit in the world of literature through...
Paul Engle Award: The annual Paul Engle Prize from the Iowa City UNESCO City of Literature honors an individual who, like Paul Engle, represents a pioneering spirit in the world of literature through writing, editing, publishing, or teaching, and whose active participation in the larger issues of the day has contributed to the betterment of the world through the literary arts. This prize does not recognize one work, nor is it solely limited to reflecting literary achievement. Rather, the award seeks to recognize a writer, like Engle, who makes an impact on his or her community and the world at large through efforts beyond the page. It also seeks to raise awareness about Engle and his works. The prize was awarded to Camille T. Dungy in fall 2024.
Financial Health Score (300–850) · Liquidity · Solvency · Sustainability · Efficiency
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Liquidity (40%) • Solvency (30%) • Sustainability (20%) • Efficiency (10%)
Sign In — Free (10 views/day)| 2024 | 2023 | Change | |
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| Revenue | $230,357 | $244,011 | -0.1% |
| Expenses | $256,117 | $259,153 | 0.0% |
| Net Income | $-25,760 | $-15,142 | +0.7% |
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Sign In| Name | Title | Hours/Week | Role | Reportable Comp | Other Comp | Total |
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| John Kenyon | Executive Director | 40 |
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$104,178 | $4,409 | $108,587 |
| Judith Leavitt | President | 5 |
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| Kellee Forkenbrock | Vice President | 3 |
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| Latasha Deloach | Treasurer | 1 |
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| Maeve Clark | Secretary | 3 |
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| Nick Kaeding | Trustee | 1 |
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| Alison Ames-Galstad | Trustee | 1 |
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| Aron Aji | Trustee | 1 |
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| Venise Berry | Trustee | 1 |
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| Karen Miller | Trustee | 1 |
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| Caleb Rainey | Trustee | 1 |
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| Lisa Gardinier | Trustee | 1 |
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| Shawn Harmsen | Trustee | 1 |
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| Anne Mangano | Trustee | 1 |
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| Year | Revenue | Expenses | Assets | Net Income |
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| 2025 | $230,357 | $256,117 | $215,790 | $-25,760 |
| 2024 | $244,011 | $259,153 | $249,585 | $-15,142 |
| 2023 | $232,048 | $222,395 | $291,980 | $9,653 |
| 2022 | $252,618 | $192,019 | $274,370 | $60,599 |
| 2021 | $208,021 | $210,835 | $214,982 | $-2,814 |
| 2020 | $229,812 | $229,816 | $210,057 | $-4 |
| 2019 | $237,161 | $240,359 | $203,962 | $-3,198 |
| 2018 | $277,911 | $273,482 | $205,354 | $4,429 |
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