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Grants of up to $4,000 to Northeast Iowa nonprofit organizations and government agencies in eligible areas for educational and environmental programs. Some applicants are required to contact the Foundation office to discuss eligibility prior to submitting a proposal. El

Grants to Iowa and Minnesota nonprofit community organizations in eligible areas for community projects and programs. Funding is intended for general operations support, new projects and programs, equipment and materials, and capital support. Projects must benefit the c

Grants of up to $500 to Iowa nonprofit organizations, schools, and governmental agencies in eligible locations for emerging projects, programs, and services that benefit local residents. Funding is intended for the focus areas of community development, community educati

Grants of up to $7,500 to Iowa conservation organizations for projects to protect nongame species throughout the State. Funding is intended to support wildlife diversity, with a focus on species of greatest conservation need. Eligible applicants are those involved in wi

Grants of up to $2,500 for Iowa projects related to wildlife research, education, and diversity conservation. Funding is intended to support activities that protect endangered species, enhance their natural habitats, and conduct educational projects to raise awareness o

Grants of up to $1,500 to Iowa and Missouri nonprofit organizations for projects to benefit residents in eligible locations. Priority will be given to projects that will impact the largest percentage of community members. Previous grants supported public libraries, ambu

Grants to Illinois, Iowa, and Wisconsin organizations and individuals to foster financial stability and enhance the quality of life. Funding may be used to support a range of financial assistance programs, including support to needy families, scholarships for higher edu

Grants of up to $5,000 to Iowa nonprofit organizations, government agencies, and schools in eligible areas to address local health needs. Funding is intended for new or innovative projects that have an impact on the community's health needs. Grants may fund staff time,

Grants to Iowa IHEs, government agencies, school districts, private schools, organizations, and individuals for environmental education activities. Funding is intended to provide effective courses, program materials, and educator stipends to increase environmental aware

Grants to Iowa organizations for programs that improve health care in eligible regions. Priority will be given to programs that focus on the areas of substance abuse and mental health. Funding is intended to establish and maintain community health care for residents. Pr

Grants to Iowa government units, nonprofits, faith-based organizations, and tribes for Coronavirus (COVID-19) response efforts. Applicants must complete required registrations prior to applying. Funding is intended to address pandemic-related needs within the state's cr

Grants of up to $25,000 to Iowa nonprofit organizations and government entities in eligible areas for programs and activities that enhance the quality of life for local residents. Funding is intended for projects that strengthen communities and have a significant impact