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146 Community and Economic Development Grants for Iowa

Grants to encourage community economic development, support construction, non-construction, technical assistance, new ideas and creative approaches to advance economic prosperity in distressed communities.

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Grants to USA Tribes and Tribal Organizations to Improve Health Programs in Tribal Communities

Deadline 04/28/25

Grants to USA Tribes and Tribal organizations to improve health programs in Tribal communities. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to complete. Funding is intended for activities to improve the management capacity of Tribes and Tr...

GrantWatch ID#: 212450

Grants to Iowa Nonprofits, Municipalities, and Schools for Community Benefit Projects

Deadline 04/30/25

Grants of up to $1,000 to Iowa nonprofit organizations, municipalities, and schools in eligible locations for community projects. Focus areas include community education, community development, and community promotions. Applicants should contact staff prior to submitti...

GrantWatch ID#: 175315

Grants to Iowa Agencies and Nonprofits for Programs and Projects that Benefit the Community

Deadline 04/30/25

Grants to Iowa government entities and nonprofit organizations for programs and projects that enhance the quality of life for residents in eligible areas. Grant funds may be used to support programs or capital projects. Focus areas include environment, health and human...

GrantWatch ID#: 179909

Fellowships to USA Native American Leaders for Projects to Benefit Indigenous Communities

Deadline 04/30/25

Fellowships of $75,000 to USA and territories Native American leaders for activities that foster change for Indigenous people and their communities. Applicants are required to submit an initial application prior to submitting a full application. Funding is intended to ...

GrantWatch ID#: 186227

Grants to USA Nonprofits and Agencies in Eligible Areas to Improve Lives, Strengthen Communiti...

Deadline 04/30/25

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations and government agencies to improve lives, strengthen communities, and advance education in areas where the funding source has a business presence. Funding is intended for programs, special projects, equipment, and facilities improv...

GrantWatch ID#: 198633

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International Nonprofits and Agencies to Address Sustainable ...

Deadline 04/30/25

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International nonprofit and government organizations to participate in a virtual accelerator program to address sustainable consumption and production. The purpose of the program is to provide participants with access to the funding sou...

GrantWatch ID#: 213347

Grants to USA Nonprofits and Governmental Units for Programs to Advance Social Progress in Mul...

Deadline 04/30/25

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations and governmental units for programs to advance social progress in multiple states. Funding is intended for projects, equipment, and capital campaigns focused on community development, food insecurity, and education. Eligible states...

GrantWatch ID#: 213938

Grants to USA Small Businesses to Enhance Community Impact and Promote Growth and Development

Deadline 04/30/25

Grants of $5,000 to USA small businesses to enhance their impact in communities and promote growth and development. Eligible applicants have impacted communities in a variety of ways, including but not limited to creating jobs, introducing innovative products, and impr...

GrantWatch ID#: 214125

Grants to Iowa Agencies, Nonprofits, Businesses, and Individuals to Preserve and Enhance State...

Deadline 05/01/25

Grants of up to $50,000 to Iowa agencies, nonprofit organizations, tribal societies and governments, businesses, and individuals for preserving and enhancing state resources. Funding is intended for museums, documentary collections, and historic preservation. All proje...

GrantWatch ID#: 179854

Grants to Iowa Cities and Counties to Improve Water and Sewage Systems in Low and Moderate-Inc...

Deadline 05/01/25

Grants to Iowa cities and counties for improvements to water and sewage systems throughout the state. Funding is intended to support projects such as water system improvements, sanitary sewer system improvements, wastewater and water treatment facility projects, storm ...

GrantWatch ID#: 183671

Grants to USA Nonprofits, Educational Organizations, and Tribal Governments for Projects to Be...

Deadline 05/01/25

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations, educational organizations, tribal governments, and community development financial institutions for projects that benefit the Native American farming and ranching industries. Focus areas include agricultural education, advocacy se...

GrantWatch ID#: 197782

Grants to USA Nonprofits and Agencies in Multiple States to Benefit Eligible Communities

Deadline 05/01/25

Grants of up to $50,000 to Iowa, Illinois, Pennsylvania, Kentucky, North Carolina, Ohio, and Oregon nonprofit organizations and government agencies for projects to benefit residents in eligible communities. Projects must improve the physical, educational, civic, social...

GrantWatch ID#: 206756

Grants to USA Nonprofits to Advance Diversity in the Fields of Entrepreneurship and Investments

Deadline 05/02/25

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations to advance diversity in the fields of entrepreneurship and investments. The goal of the grant program is to facilitate progress in diversifying entrepreneurship and empowering a more diverse group of investors through knowledge and...

GrantWatch ID#: 201347

Loans and Royalty Arrangements to Iowa For-Profits for Business Expansion and Technology Devel...

Deadline 05/05/25

Loans and royalty arrangements to Iowa for-profit businesses demonstrating a high potential for growth to bring technological innovations to market. This program supports the creation and expansion of initiatives to transmit technology to successful and competitive com...

GrantWatch ID#: 181666

Low-Interest Loans to Iowa Businesses to Bring Proof-of-Concept Technology to Market

Deadline 05/05/25

Low-interest loans of up to $50,000 to Iowa for-profit companies with promising proofs-of-concept for technology in one of the following industries: advanced manufacturing, information technology, and bioscience. The purpose of this program is to support businesses in ...

GrantWatch ID#: 181667

Grants to Iowa Nonprofits for Human Services, Youth, Arts, Education and Community Development...

Deadline 05/06/25

Grants to Iowa nonprofit organizations to benefit the communities served by the funding source. Eligible focus areas include health and human services, youth and education, arts and culture, and community development. Funding is intended to support communities in centr...

GrantWatch ID#: 170952

Grants to USA Nonprofits, Groups, and Coalitions for Social Justice Projects

Deadline 05/06/25

Grants of up to $10,000 and grants of up to $20,000 to USA and territories nonprofit organizations, groups, and coalitions for social justice activities and projects. Funding is intended for programs within the focus areas of direct action, community organization and m...

GrantWatch ID#: 190724

Prizes to USA Nonprofits and Municipalities for Community Development Projects

Deadline 05/09/25

Prizes to USA nonprofit organizations for community development projects. Past projects supported by the prize money include park improvements, community gardens, sports fields, and agricultural education programs. Eligible projects must be located within a 50-mile rad...

GrantWatch ID#: 195030

Opportunity for USA Qualifying Early-Stage Companies to Join a Business Development Program

Deadline 05/12/25

Opportunity for USA early-stage companies of eligible types to participate in a business development program. The opportunity is intended to provide participants with coaching and mentorship, deals and perks from a variety of companies, opportunities to pitch to invest...

GrantWatch ID#: 211717
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Opportunity for Iowa Cities and Communities to Receive a Designation Honoring Efforts to Provi...

Deadline 05/12/25

Opportunity for Iowa cities and communities to receive a designation that recognizes efforts in providing workforce housing opportunities for the local community. Both urban and rural communities are eligible to apply. The purpose of the program is to honor communities...

GrantWatch ID#: 219411

Grants to USA Nonprofits in Multiple States for Safety, Community Spaces, Workforce Developmen...

Deadline 05/14/25

Grants of up to $25,000 to USA nonprofit organizations in multiple states for programs that benefit communities served by the funding source. Funding is intended to support capacity-building activities, and programs and projects in the areas of workforce development, c...

GrantWatch ID#: 169781

Grants to USA Nonprofits to Promote and Advance American Indian Culture and Self-Sufficiency

Deadline 05/15/25

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations to promote, preserve, and advance American Indian culture and self-sufficiency. Funding is intended to support activities that focus on the development of American Indian entrepreneurism, the facilitation of American Indian educati...

GrantWatch ID#: 174514
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Grants to Iowa, Nebraska, and South Dakota Nonprofits and Agencies to Improve the Quality of L...

Deadline 05/15/25

Grants of up to $5,000 to Iowa, Nebraska, and South Dakota nonprofit organizations and government agencies to improve the quality of life for residents in eligible locations. Areas of focus include education, civic affairs, arts and culture, health, and human services....

GrantWatch ID#: 177646

Grants to USA Nonprofits in Multiple States for Basic Human Needs, Community Development, and ...

Deadline 05/15/25

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations in multiple states to meet basic human needs, promote community vitality, and encourage volunteerism in communities in which the funding source does business. Funding is intended to enhance communities and to help people achieve fi...

GrantWatch ID#: 179283
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Grants to Iowa and Wisconsin Organizations for Programs and Projects that Benefit Residents in...

Deadline 05/15/25

Grants to Iowa and Wisconsin organizations for programs, projects, and initiatives that benefit communities where the funding source has a business presence. Funding is intended for organizations that provide services in a variety of focus areas, including environment,...

GrantWatch ID#: 185601

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International Startups to Participate in a Business Developme...

Deadline 05/15/25

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International startups to participate in a business development program. Applications are welcome from businesses in all industries, verticals, and models. Participants will receive investment funding, mentoring, deals and perks, and ne...

GrantWatch ID#: 197047

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International Food and Agricultural Businesses to Participate...

Deadline 05/15/25 Conference Date: 04/28/25

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International businesses to participate in a food and agricultural business competition to benefit eligible regions. Successful applicants will receive monetary support, business development support, training, and mentorship. As a condi...

GrantWatch ID#: 204255
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Grants to Iowa High School STEM Teachers for Workforce Development Efforts

Deadline 05/15/25

Grants of up to $5,000 to Iowa high school teachers for professional development within the STEM field. Funding is intended to assist teachers in connecting classroom curricula and skills to the needs of STEM-based workplaces. The program targets secondary STEM (scienc...

GrantWatch ID#: 211766

Awards to USA, Canada, and International Nonprofits, IHEs, Agencies, Corporations, and Individ...

Deadline 05/15/25

Awards to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit organizations, IHEs, government agencies, corporations, and individuals in recognition of outstanding contributions to the field of artificial intelligence. Submissions will be judged based on impact, innovation, susta...

GrantWatch ID#: 220146

Grants to Illinois, Iowa, and Wisconsin Nonprofits, Agencies, and Schools for Programs that Be...

Deadline 05/16/25

Grants of up to $50,000 to Illinois, Iowa, and Wisconsin nonprofit organizations, government agencies, churches, volunteer fire departments, and schools for projects that benefit residents in eligible counties. Priority will be given to projects offering material purch...

GrantWatch ID#: 167393

Grants to Iowa Nonprofits, Agencies, and Schools for Programs and Projects to Benefit Resident...

Deadline 05/26/25

Grants to Iowa nonprofit organizations, schools and government agencies for programs and projects to benefit residents in eligible communities. Applicants may choose one of two grant options. Funding is intended for programs in the focus areas of education, health care...

GrantWatch ID#: 204194
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Grants to Iowa Nonprofits, Agencies, and Educational Institutions for Projects to Benefit Loca...

Deadline 05/28/25

Grants to Iowa nonprofit organizations, agencies, and educational institutions in eligible locations for projects to benefit local residents. Areas of focus include education; arts, culture, and humanities; health and human services; recreation and the environment; and...

GrantWatch ID#: 154470

Awards to USA, Canada, and International Nonprofits, Agencies, Businesses, and Individuals to ...

Deadline 05/28/25

Awards to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit organizations, community groups, government agencies, businesses, and individuals for initiatives or projects that have made a significant and lasting impact on communities. Funding is intended to recognize sustainable...

GrantWatch ID#: 188527
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Grants to Illinois, Iowa, and Wisconsin Nonprofits, Agencies, Libraries and IHEs to Benefit Lo...

Deadline 05/30/25

Grants of up to $20,000 to Illinois, Iowa, and Wisconsin nonprofit organizations, local, state, or federal government, libraries, and IHEs for programs and projects to benefit residents in eligible locations. Focus areas include workforce training, small business devel...

GrantWatch ID#: 180555
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Grants to Iowa Agencies for the Development of Plans to Improve Deteriorating Neighborhoods

Deadline 05/30/25

Grants to Iowa government agencies for the development of plans to improve deteriorating neighborhoods. The goal of the program is to provide quality community facilities and increase economic opportunities for families with low to moderate incomes. Funding is intended...

GrantWatch ID#: 210782

Grants to USA Organizations for Projects in the Areas of Community, Environment, and Populat...

Deadline 05/31/25

Grants to USA organizations for projects in the areas of community and population growth. New applicants must submit a Letter of Inquiry. Environmental projects are also supported in eligible regions of Pennsylvania. Eligible projects will improve the local quality of ...

GrantWatch ID#: 163910
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Grants to Illinois and Iowa Nonprofits for Programs that Benefit Residents in Eligible Locatio...

Deadline 05/31/25

Grants to Illinois and Iowa nonprofit organizations to address the needs of residents in eligible locations. Funding is intended to support capital, operating, and program expenses. Focus areas include education, culture, health, youth, community development, and basic...

GrantWatch ID#: 180456
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Grants to Iowa Nonprofits, Agencies, and Schools for Capital Projects and Operating Expenses t...

Deadline 06/01/25

Grants to Iowa nonprofit organizations, government agencies, and schools for capital projects and operating expenses to benefit community residents in eligible regions. Focus areas include public and society benefit, health and human services, education, the environmen...

GrantWatch ID#: 181557

Grants and In-Kind Support to Iowa Businesses in Eligible Locations for Start-Up and Expansion...

Deadline 06/01/25

Grants of up to $10,000 and in-kind support to Iowa start-up and expanding businesses in eligible locations for business development assistance. The purpose of the program is to expand the local business community by creating new job opportunities, supporting new busin...

GrantWatch ID#: 190825

Grants to Iowa Nonprofits, Schools, Churches, and Agencies in Eligible Counties for Capacity B...

Deadline 06/02/25

Grants of up to $20,000 to Iowa nonprofit organizations, schools, churches, and government agencies in eligible counties for capacity-building programs. Funding is intended to support a wide range of initiatives to benefit a broad sector of the community. Eligible appl...

GrantWatch ID#: 166054
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Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International Foundations, Organizations, Companies, and Entr...

Deadline 06/03/25

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International foundations, organizations, companies, design studios, social enterprises, and entrepreneurs to participate in a contest to help solve societal concerns. The purpose of the contest is for applicants to address one or more ...

GrantWatch ID#: 215503

Competition for USA, Canada, and International Nonprofit and For-Profit Entrepreneurs for Vent...

Deadline 06/08/25

Competition for USA, Canada, and International entrepreneurs representing any business model, including both nonprofit and for-profit organizations, for ventures that enhance the distribution of poverty interventions in developing countries. Prize winners will be award...

GrantWatch ID#: 160904

Grants to USA Nonprofits in Multiple States to Improve the Quality of Life in Local Communities

Deadline 06/11/25

Grants to Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Michigan, Minnesota, Tennessee, and Wisconsin nonprofit organizations for programs and projects that improve the quality of life in communities in the funding source's service area. Areas of focus include economic developm...

GrantWatch ID#: 141579

Grants to USA Nonprofits for Projects and Programs to Improve the Status of Women

Deadline 06/15/25 Conference Date: 04/29/25

Grants of up to $7,500 to USA small, grassroots, women-led social justice nonprofits for programs and projects centered on issues women face or gender justice issues in the U.S. Applicants must submit an initial funding inquiry prior to submitting a full application. T...

GrantWatch ID#: 202306

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Individuals to Devise Educational Solutions to Enviro...

Deadline 06/23/25 LOI Date: 05/05/25

Grants to USA, Canada, and International individuals to devise educational solutions to environmental concerns. Applicants are required to submit a pre-application prior to a full grant application. The purpose of the program is for individuals to identify place-based ...

GrantWatch ID#: 219418

Grants to USA and Canada Home Service Companies to Promote Business Development

Deadline 06/25/25 LOI Date: 06/11/25

Grants of up to $10,000 to USA and Canada companies in the home service sector for business development assistance. Applicants must submit a preliminary application prior to applying. Funding is intended to allow home service providers to achieve their professional goa...

GrantWatch ID#: 208880

Grants to Arizona, Iowa, Colorado, Texas, and New Mexico Nonprofits, Schools, and Agencies for...

Deadline 06/27/25

Grants to Arizona, Iowa, Colorado, Texas, and New Mexico nonprofit organizations, schools, and government agencies for programs and projects that benefit residents of eligible communities. Funding priorities include leadership and capacity building, workforce developme...

GrantWatch ID#: 170488
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Grants to Iowa Nonprofits for Initiatives to Enhance the Quality of Life for Local Residents

Deadline 06/30/25

Grants of up to $30,000 to Iowa nonprofit organizations for initiatives to enhance the quality of life for local residents in eligible locations. Funding is intended for activities focused on education, health, and community vitality. Priority consideration is given to...

GrantWatch ID#: 162390

Grants to Iowa, Nebraska, South Dakota, and Wyoming Nonprofits for Projects and Services that ...

Deadline 06/30/25

Grants of up to $5,000, grants of up to $15,000, and grants of up to $25,000 to Iowa, Nebraska, South Dakota, and Wyoming nonprofit organizations for programs to benefit rural communities in the funding source's service area. Funding is intended to support projects and...

GrantWatch ID#: 178636
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Grants to Iowa Nonprofits and Agencies to Enhance the Local Quality of Life and Economic Vital...

Deadline 06/30/25

Grants to Iowa nonprofit organizations and government agencies for projects that impact the economic vitality or quality of life in eligible locations. Funding is intended to benefit local communities through public, educational, civic, religious, patriotic, and charit...

GrantWatch ID#: 181442
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