Des Moines's largest lost and found network

Lost or found something in Des Moines?

Search 4,100 active reports — or post yours in under 60 seconds.

or
Free to post No account required Privacy-protected contact
4,100+

Active reports

615+

Items reunited

32,800+

Community members

< 24hrs

Avg. response time

Post your item
Community helps
Get reunited
How it works

Recently reported

LOST

DeWalt 20V cordless drill in yellow case

I lost my yellow DeWalt 20V cordless drill in a black and yellow hard case yesterday around 3pm near Drake University on University Ave at 25th St in Des Moines. It's the compact XR model, about 7 inches long, with a scuffed grip and a small dent near the chuck. The battery is a gray 20V XR with a blue label, and the case has my initials 'PN' on a circular sticker. This drill is my go-to for home repairs and projects, and it's really needed back because it's essential for finishing up a few ongoing repairs. If anyone found it, please drop it off or pm me; I’d be incredibly grateful.

Des Moines
LOST

Keys on blue lanyard with red fob

I lost my keys yesterday around 3pm near the Starbucks on Locust Street in Des Moines' East Village. It's a small brass house key set on a blue nylon lanyard, with a red Toyota fob and a tiny compass charm attached. The lanyard is frayed at the end, and there's a yellow plastic tag labeled 'Home'. They’re a bit worn and are important to me because they open my apartment and my gym locker. If anyone finds them, please text me—I really need them back.

Des Moines
LOST

Missing person: 24-year-old woman, shoulder-length chestnut hair

I'm Avery Johnson. I was last seen yesterday around 3pm near the Grand Avenue area, walking north toward the East Village/Court Avenue intersection outside the Des Moines Social Club. I'm a 24-year-old woman, about 5 ft 4 in, with shoulder-length chestnut hair and hazel eyes, wearing a light gray hoodie, a denim jacket, black leggings, and white sneakers, and I carry a red tote bag with a coffee stain on the corner. I also have a small silver pendant necklace and a faint scar above my left eyebrow—these are my distinctive features. I'm really worried and just want to be safe and back with my family.

Des Moines
LOST

Beagle mix with blue bandana, downtown Des Moines

I lost my dog Scout, a 2-year-old beagle mix, yesterday around 3pm near the East Village, by Court Avenue and the Savory Market. He's about 25 pounds, mostly tan with a white chest and a black muzzle, and he wears a bright blue bandana and a red collar with a small ID tag. He has a slight limp on his right hind leg and a tiny white star-shaped mark on his left ear; he tends to wag at strangers but may bolt if startled. It's really important to me—Scout is my loyal companion and I'm worried sick. If anyone finds him, give me a call and I can meet you anywhere around downtown Des Moines.

Des Moines
LOST

Black leather key organizer with brass compass

I lost my black leather key organizer yesterday around 3pm near the Des Moines Public Library on Grand Avenue. It's a compact, matte black thing about the size of a small paperback, with a sturdy metal ring and a tiny brass compass keychain clipped to the outside. The inner card slot is engraved with my initials 'A.H.' and there’s a faint coffee stain along the bottom edge. It holds my apartment keys and my office fob, and it means a lot to me because it was a gift from my mom. If anyone found it, I’d really appreciate returning it—this set is how I get in and out of my apartment every day.

Des Moines
FOUND

Black leather handbag with pink tassel

Found a black leather handbag this afternoon around 4:15 pm along Grand Avenue near the Des Moines Central Library. It’s in decent shape with gold-tone hardware and a bright pink tassel on the zipper. The bottom left corner has a tiny dent and the strap shows a bit of wear, but the bag otherwise looks intact. Inside, the gray fabric lining holds a small lipstick and a faded receipt, nothing else obviously identifying. If this is yours, DM me with the initials on the inside tag or the lipstick brand to confirm; I’d be glad to get it back to you and can meet somewhere convenient in downtown Des Moines.

Des Moines
FOUND

Gray Nike sneakers, size 9, neon accents

I found a pair of gray Nike running sneakers this morning around 10:15am on Court Avenue in Des Moines, outside the East Village by the riverfront bike racks. They’re gray mesh with a neon lime heel tab and a slightly scuffed white sole. The right shoe has a bright blue lace threaded through, while the left is the standard gray. Inside the insole there’s a tiny handwritten 'A.J.' with a little heart. If these are yours, I’m happy to help you reconnect.

Des Moines
FOUND

Found black leather briefcase with name tag 'John Smith' near downtown library in Des Moines.

I found a black leather briefcase on the sidewalk close to the downtown library in Des Moines yesterday afternoon. It looks like it belongs to a businessman, as it has a name tag inside that says 'John Smith'. The briefcase is in great condition with a few unique stickers on the front. I hope to return it to its owner, so if you're missing it, please get in touch with me!

Downtown Library, Des Moines, IA, United States
FOUND

Found black leather bifold wallet with cards and a family photo on a bench near the Starbucks on 8th Street.

I found a black leather bifold wallet on a bench next to the Starbucks on 8th Street last Saturday afternoon. It has several cards inside, including a driver's license and a couple of credit cards. There looks to be a family photo tucked in one of the pockets as well. I would really like to return it to its owner, as the wallet seems to have sentimental value.

Starbucks, 8th Street, Des Moines, IA, USA
FOUND

Found black portable Bluetooth speaker near the fountain in Central Park.

I found a black portable Bluetooth speaker laying near the fountain in Central Park while I was out for a walk yesterday. It looks almost new and seems to be in great condition. I'd love to return it to its owner, so if you can describe it, please let me know!

Central Park, Des Moines, Iowa, United States

Recently reunited

Items that found their way home

Live

iPhone 14 Pro

Reunited

Left at a café, returned within hours after the finder saw the listing.

2 hours ago

Brown leather wallet

Reunited

Found near the park. Owner contacted through the site and collected same day.

yesterday

Golden Retriever, "Biscuit"

Reunited

Missing for two days. A neighbour spotted the listing and recognised him immediately.

2 days ago

Car keys with red fob

Reunited

Dropped in a supermarket car park. Reunited before the owner had called a locksmith.

3 days ago

Gold wedding band

Reunited

Lost during a morning run. Found by another runner who posted it here that afternoon.

4 days ago

Black backpack

Reunited

Left on public transport. The finder posted it and the owner claimed it the next morning.

5 days ago

Passport & travel wallet

Reunited

Found at an airport lounge. Returned to the owner before their flight home.

6 days ago

Prescription glasses

Reunited

Left in a restaurant. Owner posted a listing and had them back within the hour.

1 week ago