Iowa for Nonprofits Grants

The Iowa Tourism Grant Program, funded by the Iowa Economic Development Authority, offers grants ranging from $2,500 to $10,000 to Iowa-based tourism-related entities for marketing initiatives, meetings, and events that align with IEDA's marketing plan, with a total of $300,000 available for projects to be implemented in the 2025 fiscal year.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to non-profits, schools, churches, and government organizations in Jones County to enhance community well-being through projects focused on education, economic development, food security, and healthcare access.

This funding opportunity supports nonprofits, schools, and government organizations in Anamosa to enhance community well-being through projects focused on education, health, tourism, and recreation.

The Grant W. Brissman & Virginia M. Brissman Foundation offers grants to non-profit organizations and governmental agencies in the Village of Milan, Illinois, aiming to enhance youth and community development, support cultural activities, and aid underprivileged individuals, with applications demonstrating specific benefits to the village and its residents being prioritized.

The Shelby County Community Foundation, an affiliate of Omaha Community Foundation is accepting applications. Donor Name: Shelby County Community Foundation State: Iowa County: Shelby County (IA) Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 09/01/2024 Size of the Grant: Not Available Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: The Shelby County Community Foundation aims to improve the quality of life in Shelby County by supporting community needs in the areas of civic engagement, culture, health, education, and social services. The objective of its grant programs is to fund projects that will have a permanent impact on, and in, Shelby County.  Types of Support  Capital Support (Items of Permanence) – Grants for capital support enable the purchase of equipment, completion of brick-and-mortar building projects, or physical renovations to a space. Program Support – Grants for program support fund a specific, connected set of activities with a beginning and an end, explicit objectives, and a predetermined cost. Operating Support – Grants for operating support overall activities at an organization, including operating expenses and overhead. This type of grant supports the organization’s overall mission. Funding Information Total $38,314 allocated for Shelby County. Eligibility Criteria Only Federally recognized and certified 501(c)(3) Public Charity organizations or municipal entities that serve the specified county are eligible to apply. An Iowa nonprofit status is insufficient. Concerning the use of a Fiscal Sponsor:  You may use a Fiscal Sponsor if your organization is not a verifiable 501(c)(3) Public Charity or local municipality. A Fiscal Sponsor is a nonprofit organization that holds an IRS letter of determination certifying they are a 501(c)(3) Public Charity, or a governmental entity such as a city or County Board of Supervisors.  Prior to consideration for funding, a Fiscal Sponsor must verify approval of their sponsorship of your application by completing a fiscal sponsorship agreement form. Community Foundation staff will send the required form to the fiscal sponsor listed on your application after the submission period has ended. If your grant request is awarded, the check will be made out to the Fiscal Sponsor. The Fiscal Sponsor is the entity that is accepting responsibility for the distribution of funds as outlined in the grant application. Applications requiring a Fiscal Sponsor that are submitted without the appropriate contact information will not be considered. For more information, visit OCF.

Applicants are invited to apply for the Montgomery County Community Foundation Grant Program. Donor Name: Montgomery County Community Foundation (MCCF) State: Iowa County: Montgomery County (IA) Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 09/01/2024 Size of the Grant: Not Available Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: The Montgomery County Community Foundation, working in partnership with the Red Oak Heritage Foundation, aims to improve the quality of life in Montgomery County by supporting community needs in the areas of civic engagement, culture, health, education, and social services. The objective of its grant programs is to fund projects that will have a permanent impact on, and in, Montgomery County. Types of Support  Capital Support (Items of Permanence) – Grants for capital support enable the purchase of equipment, completion of brick-and-mortar building projects, or physical renovations to a space. Program Support – Grants for program support fund a specific, connected set of activities with a beginning and an end, explicit objectives, and a predetermined cost. Operating Support – Grants for operating support overall activities at an organization, including operating expenses and overhead. This type of grant supports the organization’s overall mission. Funding Information Total $28,681 allocated for Montgomery County. Eligibility Criteria Only Federally recognized and certified 501(c)(3) Public Charity organizations or municipal entities that serve the specified county are eligible to apply. An Iowa nonprofit status is insufficient. Concerning the use of a Fiscal Sponsor:  You may use a Fiscal Sponsor if your organization is not a verifiable 501(c)(3) Public Charity or local municipality. A Fiscal Sponsor is a nonprofit organization that holds an IRS letter of determination certifying they are a 501(c)(3) Public Charity, or a governmental entity such as a city or County Board of Supervisors.  Prior to consideration for funding, a Fiscal Sponsor must verify approval of their sponsorship of your application by completing a fiscal sponsorship agreement form. Community Foundation staff will send the required form to the fiscal sponsor listed on your application after the submission period has ended. If your grant request is awarded, the check will be made out to the Fiscal Sponsor. The Fiscal Sponsor is the entity that is accepting responsibility for the distribution of funds as outlined in the grant application. Applications requiring a Fiscal Sponsor that are submitted without the appropriate contact information will not be considered. For more information, visit OCF.

The Mills County Community Foundation is seeking applications for its grants to improve the quality of life in Mills County by supporting community needs in the areas of civic engagement, culture, health, education, and social services. Donor Name: Mills County Community Foundation State: Iowa County: Mills County (IA) Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 09/01/2024 Size of the Grant: Not Available Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: The objective of its grant programs is to fund projects that will have a permanent impact on, and in, Mills County. Types of Support  Capital Support (Items of Permanence) – Grants for capital support enable the purchase of equipment, completion of brick-and-mortar building projects, or physical renovations to a space. Program Support – Grants for program support fund a specific, connected set of activities with a beginning and an end, explicit objectives, and a predetermined cost. Operating Support – Grants for operating support overall activities at an organization, including operating expenses and overhead. This type of grant supports the organization’s overall mission. Funding Information Total $148,783 allocated for Mills County. Eligibility Criteria Only Federally recognized and certified 501(c)(3) Public Charity organizations or municipal entities that serve the specified county are eligible to apply. An Iowa nonprofit status is insufficient. Concerning the use of a Fiscal Sponsor:  You may use a Fiscal Sponsor if your organization is not a verifiable 501(c)(3) Public Charity or local municipality. A Fiscal Sponsor is a nonprofit organization that holds an IRS letter of determination certifying they are a 501(c)(3) Public Charity, or a governmental entity such as a city or County Board of Supervisors.  Prior to consideration for funding, a Fiscal Sponsor must verify approval of their sponsorship of your application by completing a fiscal sponsorship agreement form. Community Foundation staff will send the required form to the fiscal sponsor listed on your application after the submission period has ended. If your grant request is awarded, the check will be made out to the Fiscal Sponsor. The Fiscal Sponsor is the entity that is accepting responsibility for the distribution of funds as outlined in the grant application. Applications requiring a Fiscal Sponsor that are submitted without the appropriate contact information will not be considered. For more information, visit OCF.

The Audubon County Community Foundation provides grants to improve the quality of life in Audubon County by supporting community needs in the areas of civic engagement, culture, health, education, and social services. Donor Name: Audubon County Community Foundation State: Iowa County: Audubon County (IA) Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 09/01/2024 Size of the Grant: Not Available Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: The objective of its grant programs is to fund projects that will have a permanent impact on, and in, Audubon County. Types of Support  Capital Support (Items of Permanence) – Grants for capital support enable the purchase of equipment, completion of brick-and-mortar building projects, or physical renovations to a space. Program Support – Grants for program support fund a specific, connected set of activities with a beginning and an end, explicit objectives, and a predetermined cost. Operating Support – Grants for operating support overall activities at an organization, including operating expenses and overhead. This type of grant supports the organization’s overall mission. Funding Information Total of $45,000 allocated for Audubon County. Eligibility Criteria Only Federally recognized and certified 501(c)(3) Public Charity organizations or municipal entities that serve the specified county are eligible to apply. An Iowa nonprofit status is insufficient. Concerning the use of a Fiscal Sponsor:  You may use a Fiscal Sponsor if your organization is not a verifiable 501(c)(3) Public Charity or local municipality. A Fiscal Sponsor is a nonprofit organization that holds an IRS letter of determination certifying they are a 501(c)(3) Public Charity, or a governmental entity such as a city or County Board of Supervisors.  Prior to consideration for funding, a Fiscal Sponsor must verify approval of their sponsorship of your application by completing a fiscal sponsorship agreement form. Community Foundation staff will send the required form to the fiscal sponsor listed on your application after the submission period has ended. If your grant request is awarded, the check will be made out to the Fiscal Sponsor. The Fiscal Sponsor is the entity that is accepting responsibility for the distribution of funds as outlined in the grant application. Applications requiring a Fiscal Sponsor that are submitted without the appropriate contact information will not be considered. For more information, visit OCF.

The Mills County Community Foundation is seeking applications for its grant program to improve the quality of life in Mills County by supporting community needs in the areas of civic engagement, culture, health, education, and social services. Donor Name: Harrison County Community Foundation State: Iowa County: Harrison County (IA) Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 09/01/2024 Size of the Grant: Not Available Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: The objective of its grant programs is to fund projects that will have a permanent impact on, and in, Harrison County.  Types of Support  Capital Support (Items of Permanence) – Grants for capital support enable the purchase of equipment, completion of brick-and-mortar building projects, or physical renovations to a space. Program Support – Grants for program support fund a specific, connected set of activities with a beginning and an end, explicit objectives, and a predetermined cost. Operating Support – Grants for operating support overall activities at an organization, including operating expenses and overhead. This type of grant supports the organization’s overall mission. Funding Information Total $148,783 allocated for Mills County. Eligibility Criteria Only Federally recognized and certified 501(c)(3) Public Charity organizations or municipal entities that serve the specified county are eligible to apply. An Iowa nonprofit status is insufficient. Concerning the use of a Fiscal Sponsor:  You may use a Fiscal Sponsor if your organization is not a verifiable 501(c)(3) Public Charity or local municipality. A Fiscal Sponsor is a nonprofit organization that holds an IRS letter of determination certifying they are a 501(c)(3) Public Charity, or a governmental entity such as a city or County Board of Supervisors.  Prior to consideration for funding, a Fiscal Sponsor must verify approval of their sponsorship of your application by completing a fiscal sponsorship agreement form. Community Foundation staff will send the required form to the fiscal sponsor listed on your application after the submission period has ended. If your grant request is awarded, the check will be made out to the Fiscal Sponsor. The Fiscal Sponsor is the entity that is accepting responsibility for the distribution of funds as outlined in the grant application. Applications requiring a Fiscal Sponsor that are submitted without the appropriate contact information will not be considered. For more information, visit OCF.

The Fremont County Community Foundation Grant Program is to improve the quality of life in Fremont County by supporting community needs in the areas of civic engagement, culture, health, education, and social services. Donor Name: Fremont County Community Foundation State: Iowa County: Fremont County (IA) Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 09/01/2024 Size of the Grant: Not Available Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: The objective of its grant programs is to fund projects that will have a permanent impact on, and in, Fremont County.  Types of Support  Capital Support (Items of Permanence) – Grants for capital support enable the purchase of equipment, completion of brick-and-mortar building projects, or physical renovations to a space. Program Support –   Operating Support – Grants for operating support overall activities at an organization, including operating expenses and overhead. This type of grant supports the organization’s overall mission. Funding Infromation Total $27,998 allocated for Fremont County. Eligibility Criteria Only Federally recognized and certified 501(c)(3) Public Charity organizations or municipal entities that serve the specified county are eligible to apply. An Iowa nonprofit status is insufficient. Concerning the use of a Fiscal Sponsor:  You may use a Fiscal Sponsor if your organization is not a verifiable 501(c)(3) Public Charity or local municipality. A Fiscal Sponsor is a nonprofit organization that holds an IRS letter of determination certifying they are a 501(c)(3) Public Charity, or a governmental entity such as a city or County Board of Supervisors.  Prior to consideration for funding, a Fiscal Sponsor must verify approval of their sponsorship of your application by completing a fiscal sponsorship agreement form. Community Foundation staff will send the required form to the fiscal sponsor listed on your application after the submission period has ended. If your grant request is awarded, the check will be made out to the Fiscal Sponsor. The Fiscal Sponsor is the entity that is accepting responsibility for the distribution of funds as outlined in the grant application. Applications requiring a Fiscal Sponsor that are submitted without the appropriate contact information will not be considered. For more information, visit OCF.

The Cass County Community Foundation is accepting applications for its grant program to improve the quality of life in Cass County by supporting community needs in the areas of civic engagement, culture, health, education, and social services. Donor Name: Cass County Community Foundation State: Iowa County: Cass County (IA) Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 09/01/2024 Size of the Grant: Not Available Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: The objective of its grant programs is to fund projects that will have a permanent impact on, and in, Cass County. Types of Support  Capital Support (Items of Permanence) – Grants for capital support enable the purchase of equipment, completion of brick-and-mortar building projects, or physical renovations to a space. Program Support – Grants for program support fund a specific, connected set of activities with a beginning and an end, explicit objectives, and a predetermined cost. Operating Support – Grants for operating support overall activities at an organization, including operating expenses and overhead. This type of grant supports the organization’s overall mission. Funding Information Total $43,555 was allocated for Cass County. Eligibility Criteria Only Federally recognized and certified 501(c)(3) Public Charity organizations or municipal entities that serve the specified county are eligible to apply. An Iowa nonprofit status is insufficient. Concerning the use of a Fiscal Sponsor:  You may use a Fiscal Sponsor if your organization is not a verifiable 501(c)(3) Public Charity or local municipality. A Fiscal Sponsor is a nonprofit organization that holds an IRS letter of determination certifying they are a 501(c)(3) Public Charity, or a governmental entity such as a city or County Board of Supervisors.  Prior to consideration for funding, a Fiscal Sponsor must verify approval of their sponsorship of your application by completing a fiscal sponsorship agreement form. Community Foundation staff will send the required form to the fiscal sponsor listed on your application after the submission period has ended. If your grant request is awarded, the check will be made out to the Fiscal Sponsor. The Fiscal Sponsor is the entity that is accepting responsibility for the distribution of funds as outlined in the grant application. Applications requiring a Fiscal Sponsor that are submitted without the appropriate contact information will not be considered. For more information, visit OCF.

This grant provides financial support for economic, civic, or community development projects in Clinton County, allowing organizations to request up to $75,000 with a required 25% match.

Humanities Project Grants offer support for public humanities projects that encourage contemplation, spark conversation and engage the community. Donor Name: State Historical Society of Iowa State: Iowa County: All Counties Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 08/15/2024 Size of the Grant: $10,000 to $100,000 Grant Duration: 1 Year Details: Eligible projects will use the humanities as the central resource to involve and benefit diverse groups of Iowans through educational programming that explore the human experience. Funding for the Humanities Project Grant is made possible by an appropriation from the National Endowment for the Humanities, a federal agency, to the Iowa Department of Administrative Services. The program is administered by the State Historical Society of Iowa on behalf of the department.  Funding Information Applicants may request funding for eligible one-time project expenses that are incurred and expended within the eligible funding period.  Minimum Grant Request: $2,500 Maximum Grant Request: $30,000 Funding Period All project activities and incurred expenses must occur within the eligible funding period of November 1, 2024–October 31, 2025. Eligible Projects Eligible projects should focus on the humanities and must demonstrate public value to Iowans through deliberate public engagement and access to project activities. Types of eligible projects could include community discussions, lecture series, workshops, films, interpretive exhibits, podcasts, etc. Projects that involve the creative or performing arts could be eligible as long as they are a catalyst in a project in which humanities are central, and include interpretation and/or discussion of performances, concerts, literary and art works. Humanities must be central to the project. Subject areas include archaeology, comparative religion, cultural anthropology, ethics, folklore, gender studies, history, jurisprudence, languages, law, linguistics, literature (including novels, poetry, drama, and other forms of written expression, both modern and classical), philosophy, and the interpretation (not the creation) of the arts. Aspects of the social sciences, such as political science and sociology, that can help to explore the humanity and discover meaning in the lives and community are also included.  Eligibility Criteria Eligible applicants must be one of the following types of entities. Entities who do not meet these requirements are not eligible to apply. Organizations Federally tax exempt 501(c)3 nonprofit organization incorporated and physically located in Iowa Physical location of the organization is defined as maintaining a current home office and registered agent address in Iowa defined by Iowa Code 490.501 as well as maintaining a primary staff presence physically located and working in Iowa Federally tax exempt 501(c)3 nonprofit organization physically located in a border state community immediately adjacent to Iowa. The organization must be registered to do business in Iowa with the Secretary of State’s office. An eligible border state organization must demonstrate that the funding request significantly impacts the cultural vitality of Iowa and predominantly serves Iowans. Unit of local, county or federally-recognized tribal government physically located in Iowa Units within institutions of higher education that are physically located in Iowa that have the humanities as their core mission and offer public programs are eligible. However, institutions of higher education are limited to one application, from one unit, and may neither apply for nor receive grant funds for multiple units. Individuals Individual filmmaker or humanities expert A humanities expert is defined as someone with an advanced degree in a humanities discipline or someone who is otherwise well-qualified to bring a humanities perspective, such as a historian, library or museum professional, culture bearer, or individual who is an acknowledged cultural expert within their community. Current, legal Iowa resident who is 21 years of age or older and physically located in Iowa Residence is defined by Iowa Code 422.4 and Iowa Administrative Code 701.38.17 (422) An application from an individual must support a project that is initiated and managed by the individual, not an organization. The project must be designed to benefit the individual and may not benefit an organization with which the individual applicant has a formal affiliation such as employment or volunteer service. Applicants who represent a group must apply as an individual and clearly state their individual role in the project proposal  For more information, visit State Historical Society of Iowa.

The Community Foundation of Johnson County is excited to announce the 5224GOOD Grants. Donor Name: Community Foundation of Johnson County State: Iowa County: Johnson County (IA) Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 08/15/2024 Size of the Grant: $10,000 to $100,000 Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: 5224GOOD is a learning and giving circle dedicated to educating their members about philanthropy and community needs in Johnson County through social and networking opportunities. 5224GOOD partners with the Community Foundation of Johnson County (CFJC) to manage the 5224GOOD Charitable Fund and the 5224GOOD Endowed Fund. For 2024, the granting focus area is Housing Insecurity. The 5224GOOD membership has been engaging with local organizations and learning about the issue of Housing Insecurity in Johnson County.  Types of Support This grant cycle is geared toward program/project support requests. Existing or new programs/projects will be considered. Collaborative projects are encouraged. Funding Information The maximum request amount per application is $25,000. They encourage applicants to request the full $25,000. Eligibility Criteria All applicants should fit the following criteria: 501(c)3 nonprofit organizations, churches, the ICCSD, and government entities Those without a 501(c)3 status are encouraged to find a fiscal sponsor to apply Significantly serving Johnson County, Iowa Focus their work on Housing Insecurity For more information, visit CFJC.

The Endowment Challenge Grants supports nonprofit organizations with a matching grant to help start and build endowment funds for sustainability. Donor Name: Greater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation State: Iowa County: Linn County (IA) Type of Grant: Grant | Matching Grants Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 09/13/2024 Size of the Grant: $10,000 to $100,000 Grant Duration: 5 Years Details: The matching endowment fund is opened and held at the Greater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation. Nonprofit endowment funds invest in the mission and the future of the organization by providing general operating support, stability during cyclical income variances, and income for areas of high importance to the organization. Funding Information $25,000 and five years to meet the match. Eligibility Criteria Nonprofit organizations that are at least seven years old (based on the date of the IRS letter of determination) and hold 501(c)(3) status may apply if they meet two or more of the following criteria: The organization is based in Linn County, Iowa The organization serves residents of Linn County, Iowa An awarded Endowment Challenge Grant will only serve residents of Linn County, Iowa The organization currently holds one or more nonprofit endowed funds at the Community Foundation. The fund(s) must have been opened AND have a balance at or above the $10,000 fund minimum at least one year prior to the date of application. For more information, visit GRCF.

Applicants are invited to apply for the Linn County Grants. Donor Name: Greater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation State: Iowa County: Linn County (IA) Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 09/13/2024 Size of the Grant: $1000 to $10,000 Grant Duration: 1 Year Details: The Linn County Grants support programs and projects that enhance the quality of life and community development outside the metropolitan area in Linn County, Iowa.  Priority is given to applications from non-metro communities in Linn County. Capital projects are eligible for consideration. Priority is given to programs that are well designed, responsive to community conditions, innovative, make effective use of community resources, and test or demonstrate solutions to community issues. Funding Information $10,000 Project Period 12 months Eligibility Criteria The Community Foundation accepts applications from nonprofit organizations with a 501(c)(3) status, governmental organizations, and non-501(c)(3) organizations that have completed arrangements to obtain a fiscal sponsor. Organizations based in the Cedar Rapids area may apply for projects benefiting non-metro Linn County with support and partners identified within the community being served. For more information, visit GRCF.

This funding opportunity supports public humanities projects in Iowa that foster community engagement and educational programming about the human experience, available to individuals, nonprofits, local governments, and higher education institutions.

This program provides financial support for a variety of arts-related projects in Iowa, targeting organizations and initiatives that promote regional and statewide arts events or align with strategic arts goals.

This program provides training and support for small to mid-sized nonprofit organizations in Iowa focused on arts, culture, history, and humanities to help them overcome unique challenges.

This program provides financial assistance to developers for constructing new housing in Iowa cities affected by recent disasters, focusing on permanent residences for sale or rent.