Iowa State University Extension and Outreach engages Iowans to build a #STRONGIOWA.
ISU Extension and Outreach serves all Iowans. We are educators, researchers, volunteers, and partners in Ames and throughout the state. We are Iowa’s 99 county campus and we are here for you.
We engage all Iowans in research, education, and extension experiences to address current and emerging real-life challenges. We are taking steps to build a strong Iowa.
Initiatives for Iowans
ISU Extension and Outreach has prioritized these six initiatives and is focusing additional effort and resources to help Iowans and their communities move forward in every county. Learn about efforts in your county.
- Reviving the Iowa economy, including the farm economy
- Supporting Iowans in improving financial security
- Engaging Iowans in improving food supply, safety, and access
- Expanding educational opportunities for youth
- Engaging Iowans in addressing mental health
- Supporting efforts to increase access to quality child care
Learn more
- See our 2021 ISU Extension and Outreach Annual Report.
- Learn about our programs in Agriculture and Natural Resources, Community and Economic Development, Human Sciences, and 4-H Youth Development.
- Call our hotlines or visit our 100 ISU Extension and Outreach county offices across the state.
- Contact your county extension council; 900 locally elected council members serve Iowa.
- Join more than 7,600 volunteers who partner with us.
February 2022