Iowa Health Grants

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations and government entities to support projects that enhance community life in Worth County, Iowa, across various sectors such as arts, education, health, and environment.

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations and government entities that aim to improve the quality of life in Butler County, Iowa, through projects in areas such as arts, education, health, and community betterment.

This grant provides funding to organizations in Linn County, Iowa, to support events and initiatives that promote the county's history and culture while attracting residents and visitors.

This grant provides funding to independently owned grocery stores in rural Iowa to enhance food security and community vitality through technology upgrades and innovative service delivery methods.

Johnson County in Iowa is offering a two-year Social Services Block Grant, in collaboration with United Way and local cities, to support established nonprofit organizations that aim to improve the quality of life, address basic human and emergency needs, health, and child and family well-being for Johnson County residents, with applications due by 10/15/2024.

Applications are now being accepted for the Black Hawk County Gaming Association Grant Program. Donor Name: Black Hawk County Gaming Association State: Iowa County: Black Hawk County (IA) Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 09/23/2024 Size of the Grant: Not Available Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: The Black Hawk County Gaming Association (BHCGA) is interested in awarding grants that will make the Cedar Valley a stronger, better place to live, work, and play. The board prefers to receive requests for the following types of projects: Capital improvements that contribute to better cities, neighborhoods, and inclusive spaces Capacity-building plans that help organizations build stronger skills, processes, and resources to better serve the Cedar Valley Collaborative approaches that align with community initiatives Eligibility Criteria Applicants must be a governmental entity or nonprofit with a valid 501(c)3 or 501(c)19 status under the US IRS Code. The applicant’s nonprofit status will be verified through GuideStar or a Determination Letter through the IRS. Applicants are not allowed to share or borrow nonprofit status from another organization. No distribution will be granted to any organization that has an employee, officer, or director who is a member of the Iowa Racing and Gaming Commission. Requests that will NOT be Considered: Endowment funds Political causes, candidate, or lobbying efforts Individuals, including scholarships, fellowships, or personal benefits Religious workshops, education, or proselytizing Debt incurred or purchases made prior to the award date Capital requests of more than 50% of the total project budget For-profit organizations or organizations using a fiscal sponsor For more information, visit BHCGA. Related Posts:Midwest BDC Empowerment Grant Program 2024-2025Community-Wide Assessment Grants for States and TribesEPA Community-Wide Assessment Grants 2025EPA: Brownfield Assessment Grants 2025Washington County Riverboat Foundation Grant Program in IowaApplications open for Community Empowerment Grant ProgramPeter Capell Award for Midwestern Creativity &…Peter Capell Award for Midwestern Creativity &…Bureau of Land Management: Recreation and Visitor…EPA: Office of Land and Emergency Management Tribal Program2025–2026 Robert Wood Johnson Foundation Health…Framing the Future: Industrial Technologies Photo ContestRequest for Applications for Tribal Transit ProgramTrauma-Responsive Training and Resources for…Facilitation Skills for Cognitive Behavioral…City of Surprise Neighborhood Grant Program…Submit Applications for Quality of Life GrantsCapacity Building Grants Program – IndianaJudicial Tools to Combat Impaired DrivingApply now for Indigenous Earth FundFunding available for API LGBTQIA+ Communities

The River Bluff Community Foundation in Iowa is offering the Impact Grant, ranging from $1000 to $10,000, to nonprofit organizations that aim to improve the quality of life in Clinton and Camanche through initiatives in health, education, community development, environment, family services, and arts and culture, with applications due by September 30, 2024.

Greater Des Moines offers general operating support to all eligible arts, culture, heritage and interpretive sciences organizations in the Greater Des Moines region. Donor Name: Bravo Greater Des Moines State: Iowa County: Polk County (IA) Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 09/13/2024 Size of the Grant: $100,000 to $500,000 Grant Duration: Less than 1 Year Details: The mission is to leverage community resources to maximize impact of arts, culture and heritage to advance regional priorities.  Funding Information Awards will generally fall within the following target ranges:  First  Annual Operating Expenses: $2 million and above  Maximum Annual Award: $500,000 Second Project Period The 2025 grant period (GC25) runs January 1 – December 31, 2025. Eligibility Criteria Be a 501(c) organization exempt from tax under the Internal Revenue Code with at least 6 months of active programming history or be an agency, division or department of the State of Iowa which operates a facility open to the public. Have headquarters in and conduct most of its activities within one of Bravo’s partner local governments. Demonstrate a primary organizational purpose of arts, culture, interpretative science, and/or heritage that focuses on the collection, preservation, production, presentation and/or promotion of artistic expression, traditions, customs, or stories within creative, educational, or historic contexts. Mission language, programming, public access, support materials, partnerships, and budget must all clearly illustrate arts, culture, interpretative science or heritage as the organization’s primary purpose (at least 60%) in Greater Des Moines. Ineligible applicants for operating support include, but are not limited to: Individual artists Fiscally sponsored organizations Private organizations, clubs or groups that do not offer public programming Political, religious, or academic organizations Public libraries Those formed with the express purpose of fundraising on behalf of, supporting and/or promoting applicants that are not otherwise eligible for funding (e.g. friends societies, etc. for libraries, political, religious or academic organizations) Nonprofit organizations whose primary mission and work advances other sectors such as social services (food, housing, childcare, schools, mental health and wellness, etc.), economic development, business and entrepreneurship, financial services, sports and recreation, technology, etc., even if arts and culture programming is used to deliver some of the organization’s mission. For more information, visit Bravo Greater Des Moines.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to non-profits, schools, churches, and government organizations in Jones County to enhance community well-being through projects focused on education, economic development, food security, and healthcare access.

This funding opportunity supports nonprofits, schools, and government organizations in Anamosa to enhance community well-being through projects focused on education, health, tourism, and recreation.

The Shelby County Community Foundation, an affiliate of Omaha Community Foundation is accepting applications. Donor Name: Shelby County Community Foundation State: Iowa County: Shelby County (IA) Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 09/01/2024 Size of the Grant: Not Available Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: The Shelby County Community Foundation aims to improve the quality of life in Shelby County by supporting community needs in the areas of civic engagement, culture, health, education, and social services. The objective of its grant programs is to fund projects that will have a permanent impact on, and in, Shelby County.  Types of Support  Capital Support (Items of Permanence) – Grants for capital support enable the purchase of equipment, completion of brick-and-mortar building projects, or physical renovations to a space. Program Support – Grants for program support fund a specific, connected set of activities with a beginning and an end, explicit objectives, and a predetermined cost. Operating Support – Grants for operating support overall activities at an organization, including operating expenses and overhead. This type of grant supports the organization’s overall mission. Funding Information Total $38,314 allocated for Shelby County. Eligibility Criteria Only Federally recognized and certified 501(c)(3) Public Charity organizations or municipal entities that serve the specified county are eligible to apply. An Iowa nonprofit status is insufficient. Concerning the use of a Fiscal Sponsor:  You may use a Fiscal Sponsor if your organization is not a verifiable 501(c)(3) Public Charity or local municipality. A Fiscal Sponsor is a nonprofit organization that holds an IRS letter of determination certifying they are a 501(c)(3) Public Charity, or a governmental entity such as a city or County Board of Supervisors.  Prior to consideration for funding, a Fiscal Sponsor must verify approval of their sponsorship of your application by completing a fiscal sponsorship agreement form. Community Foundation staff will send the required form to the fiscal sponsor listed on your application after the submission period has ended. If your grant request is awarded, the check will be made out to the Fiscal Sponsor. The Fiscal Sponsor is the entity that is accepting responsibility for the distribution of funds as outlined in the grant application. Applications requiring a Fiscal Sponsor that are submitted without the appropriate contact information will not be considered. For more information, visit OCF.

Applicants are invited to apply for the Montgomery County Community Foundation Grant Program. Donor Name: Montgomery County Community Foundation (MCCF) State: Iowa County: Montgomery County (IA) Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 09/01/2024 Size of the Grant: Not Available Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: The Montgomery County Community Foundation, working in partnership with the Red Oak Heritage Foundation, aims to improve the quality of life in Montgomery County by supporting community needs in the areas of civic engagement, culture, health, education, and social services. The objective of its grant programs is to fund projects that will have a permanent impact on, and in, Montgomery County. Types of Support  Capital Support (Items of Permanence) – Grants for capital support enable the purchase of equipment, completion of brick-and-mortar building projects, or physical renovations to a space. Program Support – Grants for program support fund a specific, connected set of activities with a beginning and an end, explicit objectives, and a predetermined cost. Operating Support – Grants for operating support overall activities at an organization, including operating expenses and overhead. This type of grant supports the organization’s overall mission. Funding Information Total $28,681 allocated for Montgomery County. Eligibility Criteria Only Federally recognized and certified 501(c)(3) Public Charity organizations or municipal entities that serve the specified county are eligible to apply. An Iowa nonprofit status is insufficient. Concerning the use of a Fiscal Sponsor:  You may use a Fiscal Sponsor if your organization is not a verifiable 501(c)(3) Public Charity or local municipality. A Fiscal Sponsor is a nonprofit organization that holds an IRS letter of determination certifying they are a 501(c)(3) Public Charity, or a governmental entity such as a city or County Board of Supervisors.  Prior to consideration for funding, a Fiscal Sponsor must verify approval of their sponsorship of your application by completing a fiscal sponsorship agreement form. Community Foundation staff will send the required form to the fiscal sponsor listed on your application after the submission period has ended. If your grant request is awarded, the check will be made out to the Fiscal Sponsor. The Fiscal Sponsor is the entity that is accepting responsibility for the distribution of funds as outlined in the grant application. Applications requiring a Fiscal Sponsor that are submitted without the appropriate contact information will not be considered. For more information, visit OCF.

The Mills County Community Foundation is seeking applications for its grants to improve the quality of life in Mills County by supporting community needs in the areas of civic engagement, culture, health, education, and social services. Donor Name: Mills County Community Foundation State: Iowa County: Mills County (IA) Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 09/01/2024 Size of the Grant: Not Available Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: The objective of its grant programs is to fund projects that will have a permanent impact on, and in, Mills County. Types of Support  Capital Support (Items of Permanence) – Grants for capital support enable the purchase of equipment, completion of brick-and-mortar building projects, or physical renovations to a space. Program Support – Grants for program support fund a specific, connected set of activities with a beginning and an end, explicit objectives, and a predetermined cost. Operating Support – Grants for operating support overall activities at an organization, including operating expenses and overhead. This type of grant supports the organization’s overall mission. Funding Information Total $148,783 allocated for Mills County. Eligibility Criteria Only Federally recognized and certified 501(c)(3) Public Charity organizations or municipal entities that serve the specified county are eligible to apply. An Iowa nonprofit status is insufficient. Concerning the use of a Fiscal Sponsor:  You may use a Fiscal Sponsor if your organization is not a verifiable 501(c)(3) Public Charity or local municipality. A Fiscal Sponsor is a nonprofit organization that holds an IRS letter of determination certifying they are a 501(c)(3) Public Charity, or a governmental entity such as a city or County Board of Supervisors.  Prior to consideration for funding, a Fiscal Sponsor must verify approval of their sponsorship of your application by completing a fiscal sponsorship agreement form. Community Foundation staff will send the required form to the fiscal sponsor listed on your application after the submission period has ended. If your grant request is awarded, the check will be made out to the Fiscal Sponsor. The Fiscal Sponsor is the entity that is accepting responsibility for the distribution of funds as outlined in the grant application. Applications requiring a Fiscal Sponsor that are submitted without the appropriate contact information will not be considered. For more information, visit OCF.

The Audubon County Community Foundation provides grants to improve the quality of life in Audubon County by supporting community needs in the areas of civic engagement, culture, health, education, and social services. Donor Name: Audubon County Community Foundation State: Iowa County: Audubon County (IA) Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 09/01/2024 Size of the Grant: Not Available Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: The objective of its grant programs is to fund projects that will have a permanent impact on, and in, Audubon County. Types of Support  Capital Support (Items of Permanence) – Grants for capital support enable the purchase of equipment, completion of brick-and-mortar building projects, or physical renovations to a space. Program Support – Grants for program support fund a specific, connected set of activities with a beginning and an end, explicit objectives, and a predetermined cost. Operating Support – Grants for operating support overall activities at an organization, including operating expenses and overhead. This type of grant supports the organization’s overall mission. Funding Information Total of $45,000 allocated for Audubon County. Eligibility Criteria Only Federally recognized and certified 501(c)(3) Public Charity organizations or municipal entities that serve the specified county are eligible to apply. An Iowa nonprofit status is insufficient. Concerning the use of a Fiscal Sponsor:  You may use a Fiscal Sponsor if your organization is not a verifiable 501(c)(3) Public Charity or local municipality. A Fiscal Sponsor is a nonprofit organization that holds an IRS letter of determination certifying they are a 501(c)(3) Public Charity, or a governmental entity such as a city or County Board of Supervisors.  Prior to consideration for funding, a Fiscal Sponsor must verify approval of their sponsorship of your application by completing a fiscal sponsorship agreement form. Community Foundation staff will send the required form to the fiscal sponsor listed on your application after the submission period has ended. If your grant request is awarded, the check will be made out to the Fiscal Sponsor. The Fiscal Sponsor is the entity that is accepting responsibility for the distribution of funds as outlined in the grant application. Applications requiring a Fiscal Sponsor that are submitted without the appropriate contact information will not be considered. For more information, visit OCF.

The Mills County Community Foundation is seeking applications for its grant program to improve the quality of life in Mills County by supporting community needs in the areas of civic engagement, culture, health, education, and social services. Donor Name: Harrison County Community Foundation State: Iowa County: Harrison County (IA) Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 09/01/2024 Size of the Grant: Not Available Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: The objective of its grant programs is to fund projects that will have a permanent impact on, and in, Harrison County.  Types of Support  Capital Support (Items of Permanence) – Grants for capital support enable the purchase of equipment, completion of brick-and-mortar building projects, or physical renovations to a space. Program Support – Grants for program support fund a specific, connected set of activities with a beginning and an end, explicit objectives, and a predetermined cost. Operating Support – Grants for operating support overall activities at an organization, including operating expenses and overhead. This type of grant supports the organization’s overall mission. Funding Information Total $148,783 allocated for Mills County. Eligibility Criteria Only Federally recognized and certified 501(c)(3) Public Charity organizations or municipal entities that serve the specified county are eligible to apply. An Iowa nonprofit status is insufficient. Concerning the use of a Fiscal Sponsor:  You may use a Fiscal Sponsor if your organization is not a verifiable 501(c)(3) Public Charity or local municipality. A Fiscal Sponsor is a nonprofit organization that holds an IRS letter of determination certifying they are a 501(c)(3) Public Charity, or a governmental entity such as a city or County Board of Supervisors.  Prior to consideration for funding, a Fiscal Sponsor must verify approval of their sponsorship of your application by completing a fiscal sponsorship agreement form. Community Foundation staff will send the required form to the fiscal sponsor listed on your application after the submission period has ended. If your grant request is awarded, the check will be made out to the Fiscal Sponsor. The Fiscal Sponsor is the entity that is accepting responsibility for the distribution of funds as outlined in the grant application. Applications requiring a Fiscal Sponsor that are submitted without the appropriate contact information will not be considered. For more information, visit OCF.

The Fremont County Community Foundation Grant Program is to improve the quality of life in Fremont County by supporting community needs in the areas of civic engagement, culture, health, education, and social services. Donor Name: Fremont County Community Foundation State: Iowa County: Fremont County (IA) Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 09/01/2024 Size of the Grant: Not Available Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: The objective of its grant programs is to fund projects that will have a permanent impact on, and in, Fremont County.  Types of Support  Capital Support (Items of Permanence) – Grants for capital support enable the purchase of equipment, completion of brick-and-mortar building projects, or physical renovations to a space. Program Support –   Operating Support – Grants for operating support overall activities at an organization, including operating expenses and overhead. This type of grant supports the organization’s overall mission. Funding Infromation Total $27,998 allocated for Fremont County. Eligibility Criteria Only Federally recognized and certified 501(c)(3) Public Charity organizations or municipal entities that serve the specified county are eligible to apply. An Iowa nonprofit status is insufficient. Concerning the use of a Fiscal Sponsor:  You may use a Fiscal Sponsor if your organization is not a verifiable 501(c)(3) Public Charity or local municipality. A Fiscal Sponsor is a nonprofit organization that holds an IRS letter of determination certifying they are a 501(c)(3) Public Charity, or a governmental entity such as a city or County Board of Supervisors.  Prior to consideration for funding, a Fiscal Sponsor must verify approval of their sponsorship of your application by completing a fiscal sponsorship agreement form. Community Foundation staff will send the required form to the fiscal sponsor listed on your application after the submission period has ended. If your grant request is awarded, the check will be made out to the Fiscal Sponsor. The Fiscal Sponsor is the entity that is accepting responsibility for the distribution of funds as outlined in the grant application. Applications requiring a Fiscal Sponsor that are submitted without the appropriate contact information will not be considered. For more information, visit OCF.

The Cass County Community Foundation is accepting applications for its grant program to improve the quality of life in Cass County by supporting community needs in the areas of civic engagement, culture, health, education, and social services. Donor Name: Cass County Community Foundation State: Iowa County: Cass County (IA) Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 09/01/2024 Size of the Grant: Not Available Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: The objective of its grant programs is to fund projects that will have a permanent impact on, and in, Cass County. Types of Support  Capital Support (Items of Permanence) – Grants for capital support enable the purchase of equipment, completion of brick-and-mortar building projects, or physical renovations to a space. Program Support – Grants for program support fund a specific, connected set of activities with a beginning and an end, explicit objectives, and a predetermined cost. Operating Support – Grants for operating support overall activities at an organization, including operating expenses and overhead. This type of grant supports the organization’s overall mission. Funding Information Total $43,555 was allocated for Cass County. Eligibility Criteria Only Federally recognized and certified 501(c)(3) Public Charity organizations or municipal entities that serve the specified county are eligible to apply. An Iowa nonprofit status is insufficient. Concerning the use of a Fiscal Sponsor:  You may use a Fiscal Sponsor if your organization is not a verifiable 501(c)(3) Public Charity or local municipality. A Fiscal Sponsor is a nonprofit organization that holds an IRS letter of determination certifying they are a 501(c)(3) Public Charity, or a governmental entity such as a city or County Board of Supervisors.  Prior to consideration for funding, a Fiscal Sponsor must verify approval of their sponsorship of your application by completing a fiscal sponsorship agreement form. Community Foundation staff will send the required form to the fiscal sponsor listed on your application after the submission period has ended. If your grant request is awarded, the check will be made out to the Fiscal Sponsor. The Fiscal Sponsor is the entity that is accepting responsibility for the distribution of funds as outlined in the grant application. Applications requiring a Fiscal Sponsor that are submitted without the appropriate contact information will not be considered. For more information, visit OCF.

This funding program provides financial support to local organizations within 60 miles of Theisen’s stores that address essential needs for families and children, focusing on areas like food security, shelter, education, safety, and health.

This funding program provides financial support to local organizations within 60 miles of Theisen’s stores that address essential needs for families and children, focusing on areas like food security, shelter, education, and health.

The Community Foundation of Northeast Iowa has announced the Women’s Fund Grant Program to support organizations and programs benefiting women and girls in Black Hawk County. Donor Name: Community Foundation of Northeast Iowa State: Iowa County: Black Hawk County (IA) Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 07/15/2024 Size of the Grant: $10,000 to $100,000 Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: The Women’s Fund supports organizations and programs addressing issues that lead to long-term change for Black Hawk County women and girls. This grant opportunity provides funding in the following focus areas: Education and Literacy  Organizations and programs providing education and literacy to all ages that enhance the leadership, cognitive, and/or knowledge skills of women and girls. Educational opportunities for girls and women to learn and experience things that will expand skills leading to long-term economic, personal, and career development. Health and Healthcare Organizations and programs that concentrate on identifying and addressing healthcare issues specific to women and girls. Organizations that offer specialized programs addressing the mental, emotional, and/or physical health for women and girls. Poverty and Homelessness  Organizations and programs that address the unique challenges for women and girls dealing with poverty and homelessness. Programming that provides concrete assistance in obtaining housing, moving out of poverty, and creating long-term solutions to these issues. Violence and Safety  Organizations and programs that focus on the safety of women and girls within their community, homes, and schools. Violence prevention efforts include educating on the individual, institutional, and societal level through specific programming and advocacy strategies. Funding Priorities The Women’s Fund Committee prioritizes grant requests according to the following criteria: Requests that address barriers to racial equity and/or work to reverse the systems of racism for women and girls in Black Hawk County. Requests that address a critical and urgent need by fostering a solution-based approach. Requests for effective programming focused on creating significant and direct impact to women and girls in Black Hawk County. Requests that show innovative approaches to advancing women’s and girls’ growth and success. Requests that show other funding and/or community support or that will use this grant to leverage additional funding support Funding Information Request minimum is $5,000 and maximum is $20,000. Eligibility Criteria Organizations must provide benefits to women and girls of Black Hawk County and must meet the following criteria to apply for a grant: Be classified as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization or be a government entity. Tax-exempt organizations classified as other than 501(c)(3) are also eligible if, and only if, the request is deemed charitable; Organizations with fiscal sponsors are eligible. Be current with all state and federal reporting requirements, such as filing of 990 forms. Must not have any past due grant reports for previous Women’s Fund grants. For more information, visit CFNEIA.