210 Iowa Community Economic Development Grants

210 Community and Economic Development Grants for Iowa

Discover grants that support community and economic development initiatives. Funding is available for neighborhood revitalization, infrastructure improvements, capacity-building, beautification efforts, and development projects and programs that stimulate local economies and enhance overall well-being.

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Grants to USA Land Management Agencies and Tribes for Transportation Infrastructure

Deadline: 07/16/26

Grants to USA Federal land management agencies and Tribes for transportation infrastructure improvements. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to complete. Eligible applicants may apply on behalf of state, county, or local gove...

GrantWatch ID#: 205287

Grants to USA Indian Tribes to Develop and Regulate Energy Resources

Deadline: 07/16/26

Grants to USA Tribal Energy Development Organizations and Indian Tribes to develop and regulate energy resources. Applicants must complete registrations before applying. Funding is intended for the development of a legal framework to regulate Tribal energy resourc...

GrantWatch ID#: 230014
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In-Kind Support to USA Nonprofits and Agencies to Build Coalitions that will Improve Banking A...

Deadline: 07/17/26

In-kind support to USA nonprofit organizations and government agencies to build coalitions that will improve banking access. Applicants will have the opportunity to participate in a learning cohort and will receive technical assistance to build a successful coalit...

GrantWatch ID#: 217066
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Grants to USA IHEs and Nonprofits for Cybersecurity Education and Workforce Development Progra...

Deadline: 07/21/26

Grants to USA IHEs and nonprofit organizations for cybersecurity education and workforce development programs. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to complete. Funding is intended to strengthen the nation's cybersecurity workf...

GrantWatch ID#: 227216
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Cooperative Agreements to USA and Israel Entities to Strengthen International Ties

Deadline: 07/22/26

Cooperative agreements to USA and Israel nonprofit organizations, individuals, and educational institutions to strengthen ties between the two countries. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to complete. Funding is intended for...

GrantWatch ID#: 214688
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Grants to USA State Governments to Improve Recreational Boating Facilities

Deadline: 07/22/26

Grants to USA state and territory governments for projects to improve recreational boating facilities. Applicants are advised that the required registrations must be completed prior to applying. Funding is intended to operate, renovate, construct, and maintain was...

GrantWatch ID#: 216907
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Grants to USA Federally Insured Depository Institutions for Small Dollar Loan Programs

Deadline: 07/23/26

Grants to USA federally insured depository institutions for small dollar loan programs. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to complete. Funding is intended to expand access to banking services for people who are not currently...

GrantWatch ID#: 230862

Grants to USA Federally Insured Depository Institutions to Promote Economic Development

Deadline: 07/24/26

Grants to USA federally insured depository institutions for programs that promote economic development in distressed communities. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to complete. Eligible activities include financing and inves...

GrantWatch ID#: 134613

Grants to USA Tribes, Tribal Organizations, and IHEs to Encourage Business Development

Deadline: 07/24/26

Grants to USA tribal governments, tribal organizations, and IHEs for programs to encourage business development amongst Native American populations. Applicants are advised are required registrations may take up to several weeks to complete. Successful applicants w...

GrantWatch ID#: 203748

Grants to USA Nonprofits, Schools, and IHEs to Improve K-14 Agricultural Science Education

Deadline: 07/27/26

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations, high schools, and IHEs to improve K-14 science education to prepare students for the agricultural workforce. Applicants are advised that required registrations must be completed prior to applying. Funding is intended to suppo...

GrantWatch ID#: 180249

Grants to USA Small Businesses for Competitive Technological Research

Deadline: 07/27/26

Grants to USA small businesses for collaborative research on emerging technologies that can strengthen the nation's competitiveness. Applicants must submit a project pitch prior to submitting an application. Some applicants must work collaboratively with an eligib...

GrantWatch ID#: 229620

Grants to USA Small Businesses to Develop Scientific Instrumentation

Deadline: 07/27/26

Grants to USA small businesses to develop scientific instrumentation. Applicants must submit a project pitch prior to submitting an application. Funding is intended to develop next-gen equipment and technologies with the ability to strengthen and advance scientifi...

GrantWatch ID#: 229621

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

Deadline: 07/31/26

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 sub...

GrantWatch ID#: 175315

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

Deadline: 07/31/26

Grants of $5,000 to USA and territories 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, and improving access...

GrantWatch ID#: 214125

Grants to Iowa Property and Business Owners for Exterior Building Improvements

Deadline: 07/31/26

Grants of up to $5,000 to Iowa property and business owners for exterior building improvement projects in eligible regions. Funding is intended to support projects involving permanent enhancements to commercial properties. The purpose of the project is to contribu...

GrantWatch ID#: 230097

Grants to Nebraska and Iowa Nonprofits for Activities to Advance Social Justice

Deadline: 08/01/26

Grants of up to $25,000 to Nebraska and Iowa nonprofit organizations for activities to advance social and racial justice in eligible locations. Focus areas include maternal health, behavioral and mental health, neighborhoods and housing, and economic opportunities...

GrantWatch ID#: 170950

Grants to USA Nonprofits Working in Food Systems, Health Equity, and Environmental Stewardship...

Deadline: 08/01/26

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations for operational and project support. Funding is intended to support grassroots organizations that effect positive change in the focus areas of climate justice, healthy food access, pollution reduction, food production workers'...

GrantWatch ID#: 181507

Grants to USA Nonprofits to Support Educational Initiatives in Communities Served by the Fundi...

Deadline: 08/01/26

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations to support educational initiatives in communities served by the funding source. Funding is intended to provide educational opportunities for underserved populations, including scholarships, matching grants, and partnerships wi...

GrantWatch ID#: 221051

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International Individuals to Join a Research Competition

Deadline: 08/01/26

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International individuals to participate in a competition to develop research projects related to the global economy and artificial intelligence. Funding is intended for projects that generate recommendations on how to positively i...

GrantWatch ID#: 222194

Grants to USA Agencies for Projects to Enhance Access to Affordable Housing

Deadline: 08/03/26

Grants to USA government agencies for projects to enhance access to affordable housing. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to complete. Funding is intended to identify barriers to affordable housing and provide assistance to ...

GrantWatch ID#: 210894

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

Deadline: 08/04/26

Grants to Iowa nonprofit organizations to benefit residents of local communities in eligible regions. Eligible focus areas include health and human services, youth and education, arts and culture, and community development. Funding is intended to support communiti...

GrantWatch ID#: 170952

Grants to USA Tribes to Implement Plans that Foster Tourism and Economic Development

Deadline: 08/07/26

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...

GrantWatch ID#: 197657

Grants to USA For-Profits, Nonprofits, Tribes, and Cooperatives to Enhance Beef Processing

Deadline: 08/07/26

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. ...

GrantWatch ID#: 201901

Grants to USA Farmers to Encourage the Development of Specialty Crops

Deadline: 08/07/26

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...

GrantWatch ID#: 229755

Tax Credits to USA Businesses to Encourage Relocation to California

Deadline: 08/10/26 Conference Date: 07/22/26

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...

GrantWatch ID#: 180343

Grants to Iowa Agencies and NGOs for Projects to Enhance Outdoor Recreation

Deadline: 08/14/26

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...

GrantWatch ID#: 173505

Grants to USA Agencies to Mitigate the Risks of Earthquakes

Deadline: 08/14/26

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...

GrantWatch ID#: 203364

Grants to Iowa County Governments for Land Conservation and Capital Projects

Deadline: 08/14/26

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...

GrantWatch ID#: 219487

Grants to USA Agricultural Trade Nonprofits and State Agencies for Overseas Marketing Expenses

Deadline: 08/14/26

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 ...

GrantWatch ID#: 230110

Grants to USA Agricultural Trade Nonprofits to Facilitate the Export of US Agricultural Produc...

Deadline: 08/14/26

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...

GrantWatch ID#: 230129

Grants to USA Nonprofits, IHEs, and Agencies to Pursue New International Agricultural Marketi...

Deadline: 08/14/26

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 ...

GrantWatch ID#: 230131

Grants to USA Nonprofits, IHEs, and Agencies to Address Threats to US Specialty Crop Exports

Deadline: 08/14/26

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...

GrantWatch ID#: 230133

Grants to USA Nonprofits, IHEs, and Agencies to Attract Foreign Agricultural Interest

Deadline: 08/14/26

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...

GrantWatch ID#: 230137

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

Deadline: 08/15/26

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...

GrantWatch ID#: 174514

Grants to USA Nonprofits and Research and Academic Institutions to Support Organic Farming

Deadline: 08/15/26 LOI Date: 08/01/26

Grants of up to $50,000 to USA nonprofit organizations and research and academic institutions for projects that support the organic farming industry. Applicants must submit a letter of interest prior to applying. Funding is intended for advocacy, education, and re...

GrantWatch ID#: 180160

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International Entrepreneurs to Participate in a Competition t...

Deadline: 08/16/26

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...

GrantWatch ID#: 222076

Grants to Iowa Counties and Cities for Capital Improvement Projects

Deadline: 08/17/26

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...

GrantWatch ID#: 151213

Grants to Iowa Nonprofits, Churches, and Agencies to Benefit Residents

Deadline: 08/17/26

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...

GrantWatch ID#: 173174

Grants to Iowa Agencies and Service Organizations for Community Ecosystem Initiatives

Deadline: 08/17/26

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 ...

GrantWatch ID#: 225668

Grants to Iowa Incorporated Cities and Counties for the Renovation of Apartment Units

Deadline: 08/17/26

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...

GrantWatch ID#: 229650

Grants to USA State Government Workforce Agencies to Support Training Programs for Workers

Deadline: 08/17/26

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 ...

GrantWatch ID#: 231051

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International Foundations, Organizations, Companies, and Entr...

Deadline: 08/19/26

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 ...

GrantWatch ID#: 215503

Grants and Technical Assistance to USA City and County Governments for Financial Empowerment

Deadline: 08/20/26 Conference Date: 08/05/26

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...

GrantWatch ID#: 200670

Grants to USA Tribes and Native Communities to Improve Rural Public Transportation

Deadline: 08/25/26

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...

GrantWatch ID#: 209331

Grants to Iowa Agencies to Identify Community Housing and Development Needs

Deadline: 08/26/26

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...

GrantWatch ID#: 188482

Grants to Iowa Agencies and Nonprofits for Innovative Housing Solutions in Rural Areas

Deadline: 08/26/26

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...

GrantWatch ID#: 188483

Grants and In-Kind Support to Iowa Nonprofits and Agencies for Rural Economic Development

Deadline: 08/26/26

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...

GrantWatch ID#: 207175

Grants to Iowa IHEs, Agencies, Nonprofits, Tribes, and Schools to Research Childcare Needs

Deadline: 08/26/26

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 ...

GrantWatch ID#: 209830

Grants to Iowa Organizations and Property Owners for Capital Projects

Deadline: 08/27/26

Grants to Iowa organizations and property owners for capital projects in eligible locations. Funding is intended for building projects, including restoration and rehabilitation of commercial properties, new construction, and multiple property projects. Eligible pr...

GrantWatch ID#: 184005

Grants to Iowa Nonprofits and Public Institutions to Benefit Local Residents in Eligible Regio...

Deadline: 08/31/26

Grants to Iowa nonprofit organizations and public institutions to address community needs in eligible regions. Funding is intended for a wide variety of initiatives. Priorities include economic wellbeing, education, health, tourism, recreation, downtown vitality, ...

GrantWatch ID#: 147524