Local Grants

Local Grants

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Number of available Grants: 25

Grants to Iowa Nonprofits and For-Profits to Foster Tourism in Eligible Regions

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $3,000 to Iowa nonprofit and for-profit organizations for projects and events to foster tourism in eligible regions. Funding is intended to support activities that draw visitors, increase overnight stays, and initiate new projects with both short and lo...

GrantWatch ID#: 182691

Grants to Iowa Public and Private Organizations for Cultural, Recreation, Educational, and Ent...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Iowa public and private organizations for cultural, recreation, educational, and entertainment events in eligible locations. Funding is intended for public events that improve the quality of life for local residents, as well as to attract visitors to the area...

GrantWatch ID#: 215380

Discounts on Monthly Utility Fees to Iowa Qualifying Residential Customers in Eligible Locatio...

Deadline: Ongoing

Discounts to Iowa qualifying residential customers in eligible locations on monthly utility bills. Funding is intended to reduce the cost of the fees charged by the city for residential premises for all four utilities - water, storm water, refuse collection, and sanita...

GrantWatch ID#: 215541

Grants to Iowa Nonprofits and Agencies to Benefit the Community

Deadline: 03/11/26

Grants to Iowa nonprofit organizations and units of government for programs that benefit the community in eligible locations. Funding is intended to support organizations that work to improve the overall vitality and quality of life through their educational, social, c...

GrantWatch ID#: 156348

Grants to Iowa Nonprofits and Agencies for Projects that Benefit Elderly Citizens in Eligible ...

Deadline: 10/30/26

Grants of up to $1,750 to Iowa nonprofit organizations and government agencies for projects that benefit elderly citizens in eligible communities. Applications will be evaluated based on the number of individuals assisted, the manner in which services are provided, the...

GrantWatch ID#: 182195

Grants to Iowa Nonprofits and Agencies for Housing and Community Development Programs for Low...

Deadline: 12/31/25

Grants to Iowa nonprofit organizations and government agencies for projects that benefit low- to moderate-income residents and create economic opportunities in eligible regions. Preference will be given to programs that eliminate and prevent slums and blight, provide a...

GrantWatch ID#: 166681

Grants to Iowa Nonprofits in Eligible Locations for Events and Programs that Benefit Residents

Deadline: 11/15/26

Grants to Iowa nonprofit organizations in eligible locations for programs and events that benefit community residents. Priority funding is intended to support programs that have a broad-based appeal to the community and that provide a special community benefit. Funds a...

GrantWatch ID#: 148736

Grants to Iowa Nonprofits and Agencies to Enhance Eligible Communities

Deadline: 02/19/26

Grants to Iowa nonprofit organizations and government entities including counties, municipalities, and school districts to enhance eligible communities. Past grants have benefited youth, firefighters, recreation, parks, community centers, schools, and other community b...

GrantWatch ID#: 194061

Grants to Iowa For-Profits, Nonprofits, and Agencies for Workforce Training Programs

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Iowa businesses, nonprofit organizations, and government agencies for workforce training programs. Funding is intended for employee education programs that are focused on industry or business-specific skills, technical or computer skills, or foundational skil...

GrantWatch ID#: 209997

Grants to USA Technical Schools and Community Colleges to Expand Their Propane Curriculum

Deadline: 12/19/25

Grants to USA technical schools and community colleges to expand their propane curriculum. Funding is intended to provide the training, curriculum, and equipment necessary to give students hands-on experience with propane and to enhance their post-education job opportu...

GrantWatch ID#: 224763

Opportunity for USA Artists to Install an Outdoor Art Project in Illinois

Deadline: 01/02/26

Opportunity for USA artists to install an outdoor art project in Illinois. The art project is intended to celebrate the region's early history and remember the original inhabitants. Priority will be given to applications from Indigenous artists or teams, especially tho...

GrantWatch ID#: 224788

Grants to Iowa K-12 Students for Environmental Protection Projects

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $500 to Iowa K-12 students in eligible regions for environmental protection projects. Funding is intended for projects in the areas of water conservation, waste and energy reduction, employing nature-based solutions, and low-emission transportation. Eli...

GrantWatch ID#: 220668

Grants to Iowa Nonprofits and Organizations for Initiatives to Foster Local Tourism

Deadline: 01/15/26

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 ...

GrantWatch ID#: 175516

Grants to Iowa Nonprofits and Agencies to Promote Tourism and Economic Development in Eligible...

Deadline: 12/19/25

Grants to Iowa nonprofit organizations and government agencies for programs and activities that promote tourism and support economic development in eligible locations. Funds may be used for capital projects, including installation of fixtures, restoration, renovation, ...

GrantWatch ID#: 211626