Grants and in-kind services to Iowa community events to increase tourism to eligible regions. Funding is intended to support efforts to market and promote events. Eligible expenses include the purchase or rental of equipment, fees for speakers and performers, rental of...
Grants to Cedar Falls, Iowa organizations to support events, conventions, meetings, attractions, or sporting competitions that will attract tourists to the area and increase overnight stays in local lodging facilities. Funding may be used to develop, market, or attract...
Grants of up to $5,000 to Ames, Iowa for projects to strengthen local neighborhoods. Funding is intended to enhance the appearance of neighborhoods by adding permanent physical structures. Funding is also intended to promote a sense of community through the participat...
Loans of up to $10,000 to Iowa small businesses in eligible locations to mitigate the financial impact of the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. The program is intended to provide working capital to businesses affected by the health crisis to help get them through this d...
Grants ranging from $500 to $5,000 to Iowa nonprofits and organizations in eligible regions for projects and events that draw tourists from outside of the immediate area. Applicants must meet with staff prior to submitting an application. The grant program encourag...
Grants of up to $25,000 to Iowa nonprofit and for-profit organizations in eligible locations to address inequities in local communities. Funding may be used for general operating support, new projects and activities, and educational initiatives. The purpose of this fun...
Grants of up to $5,000 to Iowa businesses, organizations, government agencies, and individuals in to host public events in an eligible location that attracts local residents. Eligible events include performances, exhibits, festival, sporting events, and tournaments. T...
Grants of up to $25,000 to Iowa nonprofit organizations, schools, and units of government in eligible regions for programming and capital projects that benefit local communities. Applicants requesting funds for larger projects must submit an LOI prior to applying. Fund...
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. Eligibl...
Grants to Iowa nonprofit organizations in eligible locations to meet critical community needs. Funding is intended to support projects that mitigate unanticipated, urgent problems in the areas of safety, health, and welfare. Requests will be accepted from nonprofits se...
Grant of up to $10,000 to an Iowa business, agency, organization, or individual for projects to promote local tourism in eligible locations. Funding is intended for projects that ideally will serve the local population or improve the quality of life for residents. Proj...
Grants to Iowa residents in eligible regions negatively affected by the Coronavirus (COVID-19) crisis. Funding is intended to give housing assistance to qualified renters and homeowners who have experienced reduced income due to the pandemic. Applicants must reside in ...
