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Former Nonprofit Worker Sentenced for Theft | Des Moines News
A former nonprofit program manager stole over $400,000 by submitting hundreds of fake expense claims, spending it on herself and her family — leading to an 18-month federal prison sentence. Her actions crippled a vital child and family services organization, costing jobs, losing critical contracts, and eroding donor trust. Despite pleading guilty and citing personal struggles, the judge ruled prison was necessary — emphasizing that stolen funds meant lost services for vulnerable populations and that nonprofits must have strong oversight to protect those they serve. Listen in comfort:Get a…
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