Iowa's Statewide Pro-life Organization Celebrates America 250

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Advocating for the protection of life in Iowa from fertilization to natural death Since 1972

Stay on the pro-life pulse with Pulse Life Advocates

Founded in 1972, Pulse Life Advocates is the longest-standing, original non-profit, pro-life organization in Iowa. We're dedicated to informing, educating, and inspiring a new generation to value the sanctity of all human life from fertilization to natural death. Our executive director, Maggie DeWitte, is the spokesperson for the Iowa Coalition of Pro-Life Leaders.

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Battling the Culture of Death ... One Heart and Mind at a Time.

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Changing the Culture - One Heart at a Time

Our mandate is to defend the right to life from fertilization until natural death.

The battle against the throw away culture of death is being won and hearts and minds are changing. The pro-life movement continues to grow as more young people are flocking to the movement. But there is more work yet to be done to protect the sanctity of all human life.

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Why the downfall of Roe v Wade was so important

July 25, 2026

Roe vs. Wade horrified most of the nation. In the 50 years since, many people who were horrified then have become acquiescent in abortion now. People who do not live and breathe an issue get their cues about what is right and wrong from what is legal.

Parishes Fund Installation of Baby Boxes

July 24, 2026

By Ann Pierson A new resource for surrendering a baby is available to those in the Des Moines Metro. A Safe Haven Baby Box, a non-contact surrender option, has been…

A life lesson from Dr. Peter Kreeft

July 22, 2026

Dr. Peter Kreeft is a philosophy professor at Boston College and prolific author of more than one hundred books. His wife of 63 years, Maria, died six weeks ago. He…

The world is about to turn

July 17, 2026

History is about to pivot. Demography, technology, religion, governance, and international balance of power are all undergoing seismic shifts. The future of the unborn hangs in the balance. Are these shifts for the good or the bad? Probably both, but they’re coming, whether we like them or not.

National March For Life

Every year we take students and adults by bus on a pilgrimage to the March for Life in Washington D.C. This is truly a life changing event!

Iowa March for Life

Iowans have the courage to stand up publicly for our beliefs. That is why the Iowa March is such a success and continues to grow.

Pro-Life Leaders

We are a proud founding member of the Coalition of Pro-Life Leaders in Iowa

Crisis Pregnancy Help

Are you experiencing an unplanned pregnancy? You are not alone. There are loving and supportive organizations throughout the state just waiting to help you with whatever you need. Reach out and get the support you need today..

Iowa's leading pro-life organization since 1972

The Pro-life Blogger

This book follows the progression of the pro-life movement in Iowa and across the country and features pro-life successes and setbacks over the dramatic sweep of the last seven years.

It offers human stories, faith insights, political maneuverings, and cultural clashes impacting life issues.

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Women have been lied to. Get the true information on contraception and family planning. Download our free booklet with scientific research of these important issues.

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