Our Story
Every Iowan should be able to achieve the American dream.
However, many are held back because:

Iowa is a state of special interests wanting more and more taxpayer dollars.

Poor public policies make it difficult to navigate the path to economic freedom.
ITR Foundation seeks a better future for Iowans through research
and policy solutions. We were formerly known as TEF Iowa.

Pro-Growth Tax Code
- Lower income tax rates
- Strengthen tax credit accountability and transparency
- Reduce local government tax burden

Friendly Business Climate
- Reduce burdensome job licensing requirements
- Repeal unnecessary regulations
- Engage the private sector for workforce development solutions

Capable Education System
- Prepare responsible leaders, citizens, and workers
- Increase budget transparency
- Establish school finance benchmarks
“Liberty cannot be preserved without a general knowledge among the people.”
- John Adams