Iowa Grants for Nonprofits and Municipalities

Awards to USA nonprofit organizations to recognize collaborations with leaders of multiple sectors in order to benefit society as a whole. The goal of the program is to recognize contributions that have been made to society by partnerships facilitated by nonprofit orga...

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations for projects to improve the quality of life for local residents. Funding is intended to assist organizations in supporting productive and prosperous communities. In previous years, grants have been awarded to elementary and high sc...

Grants and in-kind donations to USA nonprofits in eligible states for programs that will enhance the lives of children and families. Funding is intended for programs and projects in the focus areas of hunger, housing, healthcare, and education. Priority will be given t...

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 ...

Grants to USA public housing authorities to evaluate and reduce housing-related hazards in public housing. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to complete. Funding is intended to assist in eliminating hazards such as mold, carbon m...

Grants of up to $6,000 to USA nonprofit organizations to support the provision of literacy services for students. Funding is intended for general operations, including but not limited to equipment, supplies, salaries, space rental, technology, teacher stipends, and mor...

Grants of up to $5,000 to USA nonprofit organizations for projects in a range of focus areas. Funding is intended to provide assistance in the areas of health, the arts, medical research, social services, ecology, education, and programs benefitting minority groups. Pr...

Grants to USA and territories government agencies for programs to reduce, prevent, and treat substance abuse disorders. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take up to several weeks to complete. Funding is intended for medically-managed treatment, rec...

Grants of up to $50,000 to USA, Canada, and International organizations for educational projects related to cellular and genetic therapies. Funding is intended to support medical education initiatives that will broaden the understanding and incorporation of gene and ge...

Grants to USA qualifying credit unions for initiatives that improve services to low-income and underserved communities. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to complete. Funding is intended for expanding outreach to underserved popu...

Grants to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit organizations, academic institutions, companies, and individuals for activities that support the funding source's mission. Eligible organizations align with one of the following areas of interest: education, research, ...

Grants of up to $5,000 to USA, Canada, and International individuals for environmental initiatives in the real estate industry. Funding is intended for academic faculty, students, real estate managers, and building owners. Preference will be given to proposals that emp...

Grants of up to $10,000 to USA, Canada, and International researchers for studies in the area of real estate management. Funding is intended for individual researchers, academic institutions and associations, corporate partners, and workforce development partners. Elig...

Grants to USA states, territories, and tribal governments to provide graves and address the burial needs of military Veterans. Funding is intended to establish, expand, or improve Veterans cemeteries that are owned and operated by a state, territory, or tribal governme...

Grants to USA IHEs and nonprofit organizations partnered with professional societies for projects to increase diversity in the biological sciences. Funding is intended to change the climate generally felt in this field of study to be more welcoming to people of all bac...

Grants to USA early-career scientific researchers affiliated with IHEs to build biological sciences research programs. Funding is intended in particular to increase the number of BIPOC and other underrepresented individuals participating in this type of research and to...

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations for community service programs related to animals, education, and human services. The funding source is particularly interested in projects that prevent animal cruelty, and programs to assist veterans and their service animals in r...

Grants of up to $75,000 to Colorado, Oklahoma, Illinois, and Iowa nonprofit organizations, agencies, and schools for activities that advance the health of local communities. Funding is intended for proposals that enhance the physical, mental, and social health and well...

Cooperative agreement to a USA or territories nonprofit organization, government agency, IHE, for-profit, or individual for data collection related to deaths occurring in incarceration and detention facilities. Applicants are advised that required registrations must be...

Grants to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit institutions to support researchers in expanding their expertise. Funds are intended for early-career researchers and provide five-year funding for research and mentoring related to new methods, disciplines, and conten...

Loans and grants to USA and territories nonprofit organizations, Tribes, and government agencies for construction projects in rural areas. Applicants must contact staff to gain access to the online application system. Applicants must submit a pre-application prior to a...

Grants to USA and territories local, state, and Tribal governments, metropolitan planning organizations, multi-state groups of entities, and special purpose districts for large-scale bridge improvement projects. Applicants must complete required registrations prior to ...

Grants of up to $30,000 to USA researchers in collaboration with government agencies, tribes, and for-profit, non-profit, and faith-based organizations in multiple states to address occupational hazards in farming. Particular consideration is given to pilot projects ad...

Grants to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit organizations for animal welfare activities. Applicants must submit a Letter of Interest prior to submitting an application. The Foundation seeks to alleviate the pain, suffering, and fear of animals, and to promote an...

Grants to USA and territories nonprofit organizations, institutions of higher education, agencies, and Native American tribal entities for research related to health services. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take six weeks or more to complete.

Cooperative agreements to USA nonprofit organizations to increase the organizational capacity of CBOs with reentry programs. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to complete. Funding is intended to build programmatic, financial, and...

Grants of up to $30,000 to USA nonprofit organizations, including schools and agencies, for educational research, programs, and services related to improving mental health. Funding is intended for innovative activities and projects that promote the science of interpers...

Grants of up to $30,000 to USA nonprofit organizations for research studies related to behavioral health. Funding is intended for research that promotes and advances the science of interpersonal relationships. Preference is given to projects involving collaboration bet...

Grants to USA, Canada, and international for-profit and nonprofit organizations, IHEs, and agencies for research projects on Alzheimer's and related diseases. Required registrations may take several weeks to complete. Funding is intended to accelerate the development o...

Grant to a USA or Poland nonprofit organization, think tank, NGO, IHE, museum, or cultural center to provide education and professional development regarding the Holocaust. Funding is intended to improve Holocaust and human rights education in Poland. Project participa...

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations for media projects. Applicants must contact program staff before applying. Funding is intended to raise awareness of important political, social, and environmental issues. Program priorities include public broadcasting, investigati...

Grants to USA nonprofits for a broad range of animal protection projects. Applicants must contact program staff before applying. Funding is intended for programs related to wildlife conservation. Grants may be used to support comprehensive, creative, solution-based mod...

Grant of up to $20,000 to a USA, Canada, or International psychologist affiliated with a nonprofit institution or government entity for research activities related to the relationship between physical and mental health. Eligible researchers will have no more than 10 ye...

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations to strengthen governance, promote social justice, and support democracy. Applicants must contact program staff before applying. Funding is intended for projects and activities that promote an inclusive and sustainable society and a...

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations for environmental projects. Applicants must contact program staff before applying. Funding is intended for activities that assist in keeping drinking water clean, protected, affordable, accessible, and managed as a public necessity...

Grants to USA and territories nonprofit and for-profit organizations, agencies, tribes, IHEs, and individuals to restore, protect, and enhance eligible animal habitats. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to complete. Funding is in...

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations, IHEs, government agencies, and tribal entities for arts initiatives and events. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to complete. Eligible disciplines include media arts, dance, design, musical...

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 infrastructure th...

Grants and in-kind services to USA and Puerto Rico nonprofit organizations to address the needs of people living with HIV and people seeking HIV prevention support. Funding is intended to result in enhanced trust in care, elevating the voices of people living with HIV,...

Grants to Iowa organizations for sporting events and projects in eligible regions that will attract tourists and have a positive impact on the local economy. Applicants are required to consult with program staff prior to submitting an application. Priority is given to ...

Grants to USA and territories nonprofit organizations for initiatives to directly benefit children and youth. Funding is intended to contribute to the mental, physical, emotional, and spiritual welfare of young people. Grants will also support research, programs, and ...

Grants to Nebraska and Iowa nonprofit organizations for educational programs for children in eligible locations. Funding is intended to support services, projects, and programming that benefit disadvantaged children age 12 years and under. Previous grant recipients hav...

Grants to Iowa and Nebraska nonprofit organizations in eligible locations for activities that focus on and benefit animals, and to public schools for educational and outdoor programs. Qualified nonprofits may apply for animal related projects, with priority given to or...

Grants to USA IHEs for scholarship programs for undergraduate and graduate students who are studying cybersecurity. Required registrations must be completed prior to applying. Scholarships for students from underrepresented populations are particularly encouraged. Fund...

Grants of up to $20,000 to Iowa nonprofit organizations, government agencies, and schools for programs that benefit women and girls in eligible locations. Funding is intended to support innovative projects that address issues and affect change in the areas of health an...

Grants of up to $5,000 to Iowa nonprofit organizations and community-based organizations in eligible communities for projects and events that draw tourists from outside of the immediate area. Applicants must meet with staff prior to submitting an application to ensure ...

Grants of up to $5,000 to Iowa and Nebraska nonprofit organizations in the funding source's service area to support general operations. Funding is intended to support organizations that provide education in the areas of employment readiness and financial literacy. Elig...

Grants to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit organizations, medical and educational institutions, and faith-based and community organizations for projects related to nutrition. Priority will be given to training, educational programs, and research projects that s...

Grants to USA and territories state agencies for programs to improve and expand health care services for women and children. Funding is intended for the provision of health services and related activities, including education, evaluation, administration, and planning.

Grants of up to $5,000 to USA nonprofit organizations, government agencies, schools, IHEs, and faith-based organizations for activities that address community needs. Applicants must complete required registrations prior to applying. Funding is intended to support progr...