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Grants for Iowa State, Local, Municipal & Tribal Governments

Find 542 active, human-verified grants for state and local governments, municipalities, Tribal Nations, cities, counties, school districts, and public agencies. Explore funding from federal agencies, state programs, private foundations, and corporate grantmakers across Iowa, updated daily.

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542 grants found

Grants to USA Nonprofits, Agencies, For-Profits, and IHEs to Develop Resources that Advance Bi...

Deadline: 06/14/27

Grants to USA and territories nonprofit organizations, government agencies, for-profits, and institutions of higher education to develop resources that advance biomedical research. Applicants are advised that the required registrations must be completed prior to a...

GrantWatch ID#: 222170

Grants to USA and International Nonprofits and Agencies to Benefit Communities

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA and International nonprofit organizations, for-profit entities, and agencies for initiatives to benefit families, children, and communities. Applicants are required to submit an LOI prior to submitting a full proposal. Focus areas include early care ...

GrantWatch ID#: 133552

Grants to Iowa Agencies and Nonprofits for Cultural, Recreational, and Educational Attractions

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Iowa local government agencies and nonprofit organizations for projects to increase tourism to local communities. Applicants must submit an Intent to Apply prior to submitting a full application. Funding is intended to support initiatives that enhance cu...

GrantWatch ID#: 145080

Grants to USA Nonprofits, Schools, Agencies, and Tribal Entities in Multiple States to Benefit...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations, schools, and government and tribal entities in multiple states to benefit communities where the funding source has a business presence. Funding is intended for programs and activities in the areas of education and safety. Pri...

GrantWatch ID#: 149338

Grants to USA Tribes, Agencies, and Nonprofits to Strengthen Native Communities

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA tribes, government agencies, and nonprofit organizations including schools and IHEs for projects that benefit Native nations and people. Grant funds are intended to support land-related projects. Eligible proposals support the recovery and retention ...

GrantWatch ID#: 154595

Grants to USA IHEs, Research Organizations, For-Profits, Agencies, and Individuals for Innovat...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA IHEs, research organizations, for-profit organizations, government agencies, and individuals for innovative agricultural research. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to complete. Proposals are invited for high-p...

GrantWatch ID#: 161422

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Nonprofits and Agencies for Research Addressing Equit...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit organizations and public agencies for research programs that address equitable healthcare policies and practices. A letter of inquiry is required before being invited to submit a full grant proposal. Funding is in...

GrantWatch ID#: 162242

Grants to Iowa Nonprofits, Agencies, IHEs, and Groups for Small-Scale Public Humanities Projec...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $3,000 to Iowa nonprofit organizations, government agencies, tribal governments, IHEs, and groups for public humanities programs. Applicants are advised that required registrations must be finalized prior to receiving an award. All projects must in...

GrantWatch ID#: 165355

Grants to USA Municipal and Nonprofit Organizations for Animal Disaster Relief

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA municipal and nonprofit organizations for disaster relief efforts that support animals and pet owners. Funding is intended for emergency supplies and equipment, veterinary care, urgent temporary repairs to facilities, and supplemental staffing and vo...

GrantWatch ID#: 165776

In-Kind Donations of Equipment and Training to USA Nonprofits, Schools, and Agencies to Create...

Deadline: Ongoing

In-kind donations of fruit trees, equipment, volunteer workers, and training to USA nonprofit organizations, public schools, and government entities to create orchards in communal and public places. Funding is intended to improve the surrounding environment and pr...

GrantWatch ID#: 169156

Grants to USA Nonprofits, Agencies, and Municipalities for Book Publication

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $12,000 to USA nonprofit organizations, public agencies, and municipalities to support efforts to produce and publish non-fiction books. Funding is intended for publications on the subjects of art, architecture and design; cultural history, the cit...

GrantWatch ID#: 170317

Grants and Loans to USA Nonprofits and Agencies to Develop Community Facilities in Rural Regio...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants and loans to USA and territories nonprofit organizations, public agencies, and Tribes located in rural areas to support the development of community facilities. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several days to complete. Eligible u...

GrantWatch ID#: 174366

In-Kind Donations of Books to USA Nonprofits, Schools, IHEs, and Agencies to Supplement Librar...

Deadline: Ongoing

In-kind donations of books to USA nonprofit organizations, schools, colleges and universities, museums and libraries, and local, state, and federal government agencies to build library collections. The books must be chosen in person by a representative at the fund...

GrantWatch ID#: 174863

Grants to USA Law Enforcement Agencies for Costs Related to Purchasing and Training Police Dogs

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $4,500 to USA and territories law enforcement agencies for acquiring skilled and efficient police dogs. Funding is intended to assist police departments with the overwhelming costs needed to acquire a trained canine. Funding may be used to help cov...

GrantWatch ID#: 178293

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

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Iowa nonprofit organizations, government agencies, and schools in eligible locations to respond to community needs. Applicants must submit a letter of intent before submitting a full grant proposal. Funding is intended for activities that develop local l...

GrantWatch ID#: 179084

Grants to Iowa Nonprofits, Agencies, Tribes, Businesses, and Individuals for Urgent Historic P...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $15,000 to Iowa nonprofit organizations, government agencies, tribal governments and societies, businesses, and individuals for the urgent conservation of historical resources. Applicants must contact the funding source to confirm fund availability...

GrantWatch ID#: 179859

Grants to Iowa Organizations and Agencies in Eligible Regions for Community Benefit Programs

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Iowa organizations and agencies in eligible regions for community benefit initiatives. Funding is intended for projects that solve a problem or address a need in the community. Projects must align with the mission of the funding source in supporting indi...

GrantWatch ID#: 181213

Grants to USA, Puerto Rico, and Sovereign Tribes Nonprofits, Agencies, and IHEs to Promote Pos...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA, Puerto Rico, and sovereign tribes nonprofit organizations, government agencies, and IHEs for programs that promote postsecondary success for underserved students. Funding is intended to improve the quality of and access to higher education in order ...

GrantWatch ID#: 183148

Grants and Fellowships to USA Nonprofits, For-Profits, and IHEs for Agricultural Research

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants and fellowships to USA nonprofit and for-profit organizations, IHEs, and individuals for agricultural research and educational programs. Applicants are advised that required registrations must be completed prior to applying. The purpose of this program is t...

GrantWatch ID#: 183747

Grants to USA Nonprofits and Agencies for Animal Welfare Activities Following Disasters

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations and government agencies to respond to animal welfare needs following disasters and emergencies. Funding is intended for a wide range of services and equipment related to animal welfare activities, including veterinary care, me...

GrantWatch ID#: 185764

Grants to USA Nonprofits, Tribes, IHEs, and Agencies to Assist Communities After Disasters

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA and territories nonprofit organizations, tribes, IHEs, and agencies to benefit those who were affected by tornadoes, floods, and other natural disasters. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take up to several weeks to complete. Fun...

GrantWatch ID#: 186734

Grants to USA and Israel Scientists for Collaborative Projects Addressing Internet Security

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA and Israel scientists affiliated with nonprofit organizations, including IHEs, government research institutions, and hospitals, for collaborative research projects addressing internet security. Funding is intended to support partnerships between Isra...

GrantWatch ID#: 186927

Grants to USA and Israel Scientists for Research Addressing Cellular and Molecular Living Syst...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA and Israel scientists affiliated with nonprofit organizations, including IHEs, government research institutions, and hospitals, for collaborative research projects addressing complex living systems at the cellular, molecular, and subcellular levels. ...

GrantWatch ID#: 187101

Grants to USA and Israel Scientists for Collaborative Research in Earth Sciences

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA and Israel scientists affiliated with qualified institutions for collaborative research projects in the earth sciences. Funding is intended for projects that explore our understanding of the evolution, composition, and structure of the Earth and its ...

GrantWatch ID#: 187103

Grants to USA and Israel Scientists for Collaborative Research Projects on Communications and ...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA and Israel scientists affiliated with nonprofit organizations, including government research institutions, IHEs, and hospitals, for collaborative research projects related to computer and information science. Funding is intended to support education ...

GrantWatch ID#: 187108

Grants to USA and Israel Scientists for Research Projects Related to Computers and Technology

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA and Israel scientists affiliated with nonprofit organizations, including IHEs, government research institutions, and hospitals, for cooperative research projects in the area of computers and technology. Funding is intended to support research activit...

GrantWatch ID#: 187109

Grants to USA and Israel Scientists at IHEs for Research Projects Related to Information Techn...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA and Israel scientist teams associated with IHEs, agencies, and hospitals for research projects related to technology and artificial intelligence. Funding is intended to support projects exploring the relationships between people, computers, and infor...

GrantWatch ID#: 187110

Grants to Iowa and South Dakota Nonprofits and Agencies to Assist Those Impacted by Major Disa...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $25,000 to Iowa and South Dakota nonprofit organizations and public agencies in eligible areas to aid in the recovery efforts for those impacted by major disasters. Funding is intended to help meet critical needs in the community when a major event...

GrantWatch ID#: 189315

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Entities for Canadian War Memorial Projects

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $10,000 to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit organizations and for-profits, and Canadian provinces and municipalities for commemorative memorials that honor Canada's servicemen. Funding is intended to support building new memorials or restor...

GrantWatch ID#: 190275

Grants and In-Kind Assistance to USA Nonprofits and Agencies to Construct Skateboard Parks in ...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants and in-kind assistance to USA nonprofit organizations and governmental agencies to create skateboard parks in disadvantaged communities. Funding is intended to support the design, development, and construction of new facilities and parks that are safe, free...

GrantWatch ID#: 191884

Grants to USA Cities and Towns to Encourage Collaboration Among Community Residents

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of $10,000 to USA and territories cities and towns to encourage collaboration among community residents. Funding may be used for project coordination, coaching, and project-related expenses. The goal of the program is to provide start-up funding for residen...

GrantWatch ID#: 194652

Grants to USA and Israel Scientist Teams for Collaborative Robotics Research

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA and Israel scientist teams associated with IHEs, hospitals, and agencies for collaborative robotics research. Funding is intended for research projects that advance the field of robotics, particularly in terms of intelligence, embodiment, and computa...

GrantWatch ID#: 195128

In-Kind Sponsorships and Donations to USA Nonprofits and Agencies for Community-Based Programs

Deadline: Ongoing

In-kind sponsorships and donations to USA and Puerto Rico nonprofit organizations and government entities for social, humanitarian, educational, and community programs. Funding is intended to support a scientific, charitable, literary, or educational objective. El...

GrantWatch ID#: 196986

In-kind Donations of Equipment to USA and Canada Nonprofits, Schools, and IHEs for Community S...

Deadline: Ongoing

In-kind donations of equipment to USA, Canada, and Puerto Rico nonprofit organizations, schools, and institutions of higher education for community support and the promotion of science education. Donations also align with the company's environmental goals by recyc...

GrantWatch ID#: 196987

In-Kind Grants of Technology to USA Nonprofits, Agencies, and Schools to Improve Operations in...

Deadline: Ongoing

In-kind grants of software licenses to USA and territories government agencies, foundations, educational entities, and nonprofit organizations to improve operations. Applicants must submit a Letter of Intent prior to submitting a full proposal. Funding is intended...

GrantWatch ID#: 197043

Grants and In-Kind Support to Iowa Nonprofits and Agencies for Events and Programs

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants and in-kind support to Iowa nonprofit organizations and government agencies for events and programs that benefit local communities. Support may take the form of event sponsorship, in-kind donations, and donated goods. Applicants will be asked to describe th...

GrantWatch ID#: 197306

Grants to USA School Districts for Technology that Improves Teaching Performance and Promotes ...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA schools districts for projects that improve teaching performance and promote professional development. Applicants must contact program staff prior to applying. Funding is intended to assist schools and districts with their teacher observation and col...

GrantWatch ID#: 199042

Grants to USA and Israel Scientists for Collaborative Biological Research Projects Related to ...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA and Israel scientists at nonprofit IHEs, agencies, and hospitals for cooperative international scientific research related to integrative organismal systems. Funding is intended for research projects on behavioral systems, neural systems, plant bioti...

GrantWatch ID#: 199424

Grants to USA and Israel Scientists for Collaborative Research Projects Related to Manufacturi...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA and Israel scientists associated with agencies, hospitals, and nonprofit IHEs for innovative collaborative research projects related to manufacturing and engineering. Funding is intended for cooperative international research in manufacturing, biomec...

GrantWatch ID#: 199429

In-Kind Grants of Gift Cards to USA Nonprofits and Public Agencies that Enrich Local Communiti...

Deadline: Ongoing

In-kind grants of electronic gift cards valued at up to $500 to USA and territories nonprofit organizations, government agencies, and accredited schools. The purpose of this program is to assist organizations, schools, libraries, and other agencies working to bene...

GrantWatch ID#: 200051

Grants to USA and Israel Scientists for Cooperative Biological Infrastructure Research

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA and Israel scientists associated with nonprofit IHEs, agencies, and hospitals for cooperative research related to biological infrastructure. Funding is intended for innovative and capacity-building collaborative research to build infrastructure for f...

GrantWatch ID#: 200323

Grants to Iowa City Governments in Eligible Locations for Commercial Revitalization Projects

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $10,000 to Iowa qualifying city governments in eligible locations for commercial revitalization projects. Funding is intended to assist small communities partnering with local businesses and property owners to implement exterior improvements to str...

GrantWatch ID#: 202520

Grants to USA and Canada Individuals, Agencies, Institutions, and Organizations for Animal Wel...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $5,000 to USA and Canada individuals, government agencies, institutions, and organizations to promote animal welfare research. Funding is intended to cover the processing and publication expenses for scholarly, open-access, peer-reviewed articles. ...

GrantWatch ID#: 203209

Grants to USA Nonprofits, Agencies, and Tribes to Improve Disaster Preparedness and Recovery

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations, government agencies, and tribal governments to improve disaster preparedness and recovery. The purpose of the program is to make enhancements that will ensure the accessibility of safe drinking water in the event of a natural...

GrantWatch ID#: 203755

Grants to USA Nonprofits, Agencies, and Tribes for Projects to Improve Infrastructure

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations, government agencies, and tribal governments for projects to improve infrastructure. Funding may be used for technical assistance, feasibility studies, and preliminary design and engineering analysis. The purpose of the progra...

GrantWatch ID#: 203761

Grants and Loans to USA Nonprofits, Agencies, and Tribes to Improve Water Infrastructure

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants and loans to USA and territories nonprofit organizations, government agencies, and tribes to improve water infrastructure in eligible regions. Applicants should contact a program specialist prior to applying. Funding may be used for the improvement, constru...

GrantWatch ID#: 204356

Cooperative Agreements to USA Entities for Strategic Policy and Program Effectiveness Research

Deadline: Ongoing

Cooperative agreements to USA agencies, IHEs, tribal entities, and philanthropic entities for research addressing strategic policy and program effectiveness. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to complete. Funding is intended...

GrantWatch ID#: 205574

Grants to USA Government Agencies and Nonprofits for Disaster Relief Efforts

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA state, tribal, and local government agencies and nonprofit organizations for relief efforts following natural disasters. Funding is intended for debris removal, emergency protective measures, and restoring public infrastructure after events such as h...

GrantWatch ID#: 206048

In-Kind Support to USA Agencies and Tribes to Meet Local Housing Needs and Support Equitable H...

Deadline: Ongoing

In-kind support to USA government agencies and tribes to meet local housing needs and support equitable housing development. Successful applicants will receive technical assistance to support the coordination and integration of transportation and housing in infras...

GrantWatch ID#: 206232

Grants to USA Nonprofits, Agencies, Educational Organizations, and Research Institutions for P...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $25,000 to USA nonprofit organizations, government agencies, educational organizations, and research institutions for programs to reduce recidivism. Funding is intended to support programs that assist incarcerated individuals in regaining entry int...

GrantWatch ID#: 206941
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