210 Iowa Community Economic Development Grants

Grants to USA tribal governments and tribal organizations to implement plans to foster tourism. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to complete. The goal of the program is to significantly benefit the community by supporting i...

Grants to USA and territories for-profit and nonprofit organizations, Tribes, and producer-owned cooperatives involved in cattle processing to enhance beef processing capacity. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to finalize. ...

Grants to USA farmers to encourage the development of specialty crops. Funding is intended for expanding specialty crops, with payments based on reported 2025 planted acres. This assistance helps address market disruptions, elevated input costs, persistent inflati...

Tax credits to USA businesses to encourage business expansion and relocation to California. The purpose of this program is to support employment and economic development in the State of California. This program is open to businesses of any size that want to stay a...

Grants to USA and territories tribes and microenterprise development organizations to provide training and technical assistance to disadvantaged entrepreneurs. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to complete. Funding is intend...

Grants to Iowa communities, counties, cities, and non-governmental organizations for projects to support outdoor recreation for the general public. Funding is intended to support land acquisition and development, construction of facilities, parkland expansion, mul...

Grants to USA and territories agencies to mitigate the risks of natural disasters. Applicants are advised to complete required registrations well in advance of the application deadline. Funding is intended to promote resilience to earthquakes. Eligible uses of fun...

Grants to Iowa county governments for land conservation and capital projects. Funding is intended for a range of programs and projects, including environmental education, the protection and stabilization of resources, upgrade and repair of facilities, land acquisi...

Grants to USA nonprofit agricultural trade organizations and state agencies to offset the cost of overseas agricultural marketing expenses. First-time applicants must register in the grant portal, and all applicants are advised to complete required registrations ...

Grants to USA nonprofit agricultural trade organizations to facilitate the export of US agricultural products. First-time applicants must register in the grant portal, and all applicants are advised to complete required registrations prior to submitting an applica...

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations, IHEs, agricultural cooperatives, trade groups, and government entities to pursue new international agricultural marketing opportunities. Applicants are advised to complete required registrations prior to applying. Funding is ...

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations, IHEs, agricultural cooperatives, trade groups, and government entities to address issues that restrict, limit, or threaten exports of U.S. specialty crops. Applicants are advised to complete required registrations prior to ap...

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations, IHEs, agricultural cooperatives, trade groups, and government entities to attract the interest of international agricultural processors and manufacturers. Applicants are advised to complete required registrations prior to app...

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 ed...

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International entrepreneurs to participate in a competition for projects to strengthen and promote growth in Israel. Funding is intended for initiatives in a wide range of focus areas, including but not limited to agriculture, heal...

Grants to Iowa counties and cities for capital improvement projects. Applicants are required to contact the funding source and hold a public hearing prior to applying. Funding may be used for activities and projects to restore and revitalize storefronts and facade...

Grants of $25,000 to Iowa nonprofit organizations, faith-based organizations, and government entities to benefit residents in eligible locations. Grant funds may be requested for projects and programs that have a positive impact on the quality of life for resident...

Grants of up to $50,000 to Iowa government agencies and service organizations for community ecosystem initiatives. Funding is intended for locally driven forest stewardship strategies, establishing food-producing spaces, learning opportunities for the public, and ...

Grants to Iowa incorporated cities and counties for the renovation of apartment units. Eligible units are located on the upper story of buildings, are vacant, and not occupiable. Funds may also be used to convert existing spaces into new units. The purpose of thi...

Grants to USA state and territory government workforce agencies to support training programs for workers. Applicants are advised that the required registrations must be completed prior to applying. Funding is intended to support companies in expanding or creating ...

Grants to USA states and territories to increase exports of small businesses. Applicants must complete registrations before applying. The goal of this program is to build the capacity of current and future small business exporters to compete in the global marketpl...

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 ...

Grants and technical assistance to USA city and county governments for financial empowerment initiatives. Funding supports the development of strategic plans, community engagement, and policies that improve financial stability, expand wealth-building opportunities...

Cooperative agreement to a USA or territories organization to provide training and technical assistance to build the capacity of tribal entities. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to complete. The provided assistance is inte...

Cooperative agreement to a USA or territories agency, IHE, or nonprofit or for-profit organization for data collection and performance management. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to complete. Funding is intended to improve...

Cooperative agreement to a USA or territories nonprofit or for-profit organization, agency, or IHE to assist eligible grantees with program implementation. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to complete. Funding is intended t...

Grants to USA Indian Tribes and Alaska Native groups, communities, and villages to improve transportation services in rural areas. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to complete. Grant funds may be requested for capital, oper...

Grants to Iowa local government agencies and Tribal governments to collect and analyze data related to housing and development in rural communities. The purpose of this program is to provide communities with the information necessary to address local needs. Eligib...

Grants of up to $50,000 to Iowa cities, counties, and nonprofit organizations for innovative housing solutions in rural areas. Funding is intended for initiatives that will improve the quantity and quality of housing stock in rural areas. Programs and projects mus...

Grants of $10,000 and in-kind support to Iowa nonprofit organizations, government agencies, and tribes for activities that further business and economic development in rural communities. In addition to a cash grant, successful applicants will receive mentorship an...

Grant to Iowa IHEs, agencies, nonprofit organizations, tribal governments, and schools to study the status of childcare in their location and plan for the future. Funding is intended for studies in communities with a total population of 20,000 or less. Applicants ...

Grants to USA and territories tribes and tribal entities to encourage economic independence in Native American communities. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to complete. Funding is intended to grow local economies and stren...

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 a...

Prize of $10,000 to a USA individual artist or team of artists for the creation of outdoor artwork. Artists will participate in a competition to produce a vibrant wall mural. Eligible proposals for artwork should be appealing to local business owners, residents, a...

Cooperative agreement to a USA IHE, transportation-related organization, or nonprofit organization to assist small businesses competing for transportation contracts in multiple states. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to co...

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 qualit...

Grants to Iowa, South Dakota, and Nebraska nonprofit organizations, government agencies, tribes, religious organizations, and educational entities for programs to benefit local residents in eligible regions. Funding areas of interest include education, culture, ec...

Grants to Iowa nonprofit organizations in eligible locations to benefit the local community. Funding will be awarded to projects in the areas of education, arts and culture, health and human services, economic development, conservation, recreation, and charitable ...

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International individuals, social entrepreneurs, and businesses to participate in a contest to address social and environmental concerns. The contest is intended for young adults between the ages of 18 and 30 to devise solutions to...

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, s...

Grants to Iowa established and emerging small companies in eligible locations for business development opportunities. Funding is intended to promote the success and development of existing businesses and start-up companies. The goal of the grant program is to prom...

Opportunity for Iowa qualifying communities to participate in a program to develop strategies for enhancing transportation. Successful applicants will receive assistance with prioritizing community needs, developing plans, identifying sources of funding, and initi...

Grants to Iowa and Minnesota nonprofit organizations for projects and programs to benefit local communities in eligible regions. Funding is intended for activities in the focus areas of community service, economic development, education and youth, the environment,...

Donations and sponsorships of up to $5,000 to Colorado, Illinois, and Iowa nonprofit organizations for community benefit activities in regions served by the funding source. Focus areas include health and wellness, children and education, emergency response, entrep...

Grants of up to $1,500 to USA minority-owned early-stage businesses and minority entrepreneurs for business growth and expansion. Funding is intended for seed funding to pursue growth opportunities, cover essential expenses, and gain stability during challenging t...

Grants to USA, Canada, and International travel-related nonprofit organizations for projects to strengthen communities throughout the world. Funding is intended to support initiatives in the focus areas of technology, education, and business development. The progr...

Grants of up to $15,000 to USA nonprofit organizations, schools, and IHEs for programming to meet community needs. Eligible initiatives include community revitalization, youth needs, creative cultural programming, and development of the workforce. Organizations ar...

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations for programs that benefit local residents. Applicants must submit an LOI prior to applying. Areas of focus include arts and culture, community development, social services, democracy and civic participation, education, and hea...

Loans to Iowa businesses, electric cooperatives, municipal utilities, and individuals for projects to expand and develop energy infrastructure. The purpose of the program is to provide low-interest loans that aid in the development and construction of infrastructu...

Grants of up to $5,000 to USA nonprofit organizations, community groups, schools, and municipalities for projects to improve the quality of life in rural areas. Focus areas include health and well-being, education, workforce, business and economic development, and...