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Iowa Community Development Grants

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Pedestrian Curb Ramp Construction
$250,000
Iowa Department of Transportation
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 18, 2024

This program provides funding to Iowa cities for the construction of compliant curb ramps on primary roads, ensuring accessibility for individuals with disabilities.

Transportation
City or township governments
Benton County Community Foundation Grants
Contact for amount
Benton County Community Foundation (Community Foundation of Northeast Iowa)
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Sep 17, 2025

This funding opportunity supports nonprofit organizations and government entities in Benton County, Iowa, to implement charitable projects that enhance community well-being across various sectors, including arts, education, health, and the environment.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Mills County Community Foundation Grant Program
Contact for amount
Mills County Community Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Aug 19, 2024

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations and municipal entities in Mills County, Iowa, to support projects that enhance community well-being in areas such as health, education, culture, and social services.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Bremer County Community Foundation Grant
Contact for amount
Bremer County Community Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Mar 31, 2025

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations and government entities that aim to improve the quality of life for residents in Bremer County, Iowa, through various community-focused projects and initiatives.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Max and Helen Guernsey Charitable Foundation Grants
$35,000
Guernsey Charitable Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 2, 2025

This grant provides funding to nonprofit and government organizations in specific Iowa counties to support initiatives in social issues, education, family life, community betterment, and health and recreation.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Swisher Community Fund Grants
$1,500
Community Foundation of Johnson County (CFJC)
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 14, 2025

This grant provides financial support to nonprofit organizations and public entities that enhance community wellness, education, and engagement for residents of Swisher, Iowa.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Operating Grants
$500,000
Bravo Greater Des Moines
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Aug 20, 2025

This grant provides unrestricted financial support to nonprofit organizations focused on arts, culture, heritage, or interpretive science in the Greater Des Moines area, helping them sustain operations and enhance their community impact.

Arts
Nonprofits
Union Pacific Community Ties Giving Program
$30,000
Union Pacific Railroad
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Apr 14, 2025

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations in communities served by Union Pacific to support projects that enhance community safety, workforce development, and overall community vitality.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Rural Healthcare Grants
$6,000
St. Luke’s Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Apr 4, 2025

This grant provides matching funds to rural Iowa organizations for emergency care equipment, training, and transportation initiatives to improve pre-hospital emergency services.

Community Development
City or township governments
Community Grants
Contact for amount
Alliant Energy
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 7, 2025

This funding opportunity supports nonprofit organizations in Iowa and Wisconsin that address community needs in areas such as hunger, housing, workforce readiness, environmental stewardship, and community safety.

Energy
Nonprofits
Jones County Young Leader Scholarship
$2,000
Jones County Community Foundation (Community Foundation of Greater Dubuque)
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Sep 9, 2025

This scholarship provides $2,000 to a graduating high school senior from Jones County, Iowa, who has shown dedication to community service and plans to continue contributing to the local community after pursuing post-secondary education.

Education
Individuals
Kansas City Royals Foundation Royalty Fields Program
$15,000
The Kansas City Royals Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Sep 16, 2025

This program provides matching grants to nonprofit organizations and local governments for renovating youth baseball and softball fields in six Midwestern states, enhancing safety and playability for young athletes.

Recreation
Nonprofits