"I grew up around CHARACTER COUNTS!
and actually being a part of it now, knowing that I can help influence the kids, it's such an honor."

-Olympic Gymnast
Shawn Johnson

(2008 Exercise Your
Character event)

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CHARACTER COUNTS! In Iowa is a project of the Institute for Character Development. The Institute is a 501 (c) (3) non-profit organization funded by donations and grants.

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When you give to the Institute, your gift keeps on giving for years to come as we work with schools and communities in initiating, improving and sustaining comprehensive character education initiatives. If you believe in the quality and excellence that the Institute is bringing to character education, please consider making a gift today - and ask your friends and colleagues to join us.

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Schools and communities throughout Iowa are looking for funding assistance to bring a CHARACTER COUNTS! training to their school or community. To find out how you can help fund a training in your area, please contact Ron Scott, Education Director, 515.271.2193.

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"I grew up around CHARACTER COUNTS! and actually being a part of it now, knowing that I can help influence the kids, it's such an honor."

-Olympic Gymnast Shawn Johnson