Mathew Tapper Named Iowan of the Day

DES MOINES, IA (08/05/2010)(readMedia)-- The Iowa State Fair Blue Ribbon Foundation and Cookies Food Products are pleased to present Mathew Tapper of Grimes as an Iowan of the Day for the 2010 Iowa State Fair.

An outstanding member of his community, Mat believes in his community of Grimes and Iowa. He is currently on the Grimes City Council. Through his work with the city council, he also works as the Council Liaison to the Grimes Public Library. He has also volunteered as a den leader to Cub Scout Pack 171 and an assistant coach for both Little League baseball and recreational flag football. In addition, Mat has served in that National Guard for 10 years.

"He is full of energy and has an endless amount of enthusiasm and passion for the things he is involved in," said neighbor Sharon Lyddon. Mat radiates in such a way in his community that he deserves recognition.

Mat's day of recognition will be Tuesday, August 17 at the Iowa State Fair. Along with a one night's stay at the Downtown Des Moines Marriott, Mat will receive a cash prize, grandstand tickets, one year subscriptions to the Iowan and Iowa Gardening magazines, and special use of the Iowan of the Day golf cart. Mat will also receive a special introduction at 2:30 p.m. August 17 on the Anne and Bill Riley Stage.

Founded in 1997, the Iowan of the Day program allows the Blue Ribbon Foundation to recognize Iowa's shining stars. The program continues to honor individuals from across the state each year who have made a difference in others' lives while upholding characteristics associated with Iowa-dependability, integrity, hard work and sense of community.

The Blue Ribbon Foundation is a non-profit 501(c)3 organization. Since its inception in 1993, the Foundation has generated over $80 million for renovations and improvements to the Iowa State Fairgrounds.