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2025 Arts and Culture Capacity Building Grant Program
$10,000
City of Dubuque
Local

Application Deadline

May 10, 2024

Date Added

May 9, 2024

The Arts & Culture Capacity Building Grant Program provides funding to support initiatives that aim to create a more sustainable and effective organization. Donor Name: City of Dubuque State: Iowa City: Dubuque Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 05/10/2024 Size of the Grant: $1000 to $10,000 Grant Duration: 1 Year Details: Eligible organizations may apply for grants of up to $8,000 to support capacity-building initiatives. The organization must maintain a cash operating expense budget, exclusive of other City of Dubuque grant support, of no less than $10,000 per year. A total of $35,000 in funding is available. Examples of capacity-building initiatives include: strategic planning creating a development plan and/or fundraising strategy donor experience improvements staff and/or board member nonprofit 101 training leadership development project or program development program management volunteer management Diversity, Equity, Accessibility, and Inclusion (DEAI) training. Grant Period Funding is available in fiscal year 2025 (FY25), which runs from July 1, 2024, through June 30, 2025. Eligibility Criteria Applicant is an arts and culture organization as defined by grant guidelines. Applicant is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization with at least two years of programming documentation and two Form 990s. Applicant’s official business address is located in the city limits of Dubuque (P.O. Boxes will not be accepted). Applicant serves residents of Dubuque and programming occurs within the city limits. Applicant will have a clean record of compliance and be in good standing with the City of Dubuque’s Arts and Culture Grant Program(s). For more information, visit City of Dubuque.

Arts
City or township governments
Franklin County Community Foundation Grant 2025
$10,000
Franklin County Community Foundation
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Nov 21, 2024

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations and government entities for projects that improve the quality of life in Franklin County, focusing on areas such as arts, education, health, and community development.

Food and Nutrition
Nonprofits
5224GOOD Grants
$25,000
Community Foundation of Johnson County
Local

Application Deadline

Aug 15, 2024

Date Added

Aug 8, 2024

The Community Foundation of Johnson County is excited to announce the 5224GOOD Grants. Donor Name: Community Foundation of Johnson County State: Iowa County: Johnson County (IA) Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 08/15/2024 Size of the Grant: $10,000 to $100,000 Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: 5224GOOD is a learning and giving circle dedicated to educating their members about philanthropy and community needs in Johnson County through social and networking opportunities. 5224GOOD partners with the Community Foundation of Johnson County (CFJC) to manage the 5224GOOD Charitable Fund and the 5224GOOD Endowed Fund. For 2024, the granting focus area is Housing Insecurity. The 5224GOOD membership has been engaging with local organizations and learning about the issue of Housing Insecurity in Johnson County.  Types of Support This grant cycle is geared toward program/project support requests. Existing or new programs/projects will be considered. Collaborative projects are encouraged. Funding Information The maximum request amount per application is $25,000. They encourage applicants to request the full $25,000. Eligibility Criteria All applicants should fit the following criteria: 501(c)3 nonprofit organizations, churches, the ICCSD, and government entities Those without a 501(c)3 status are encouraged to find a fiscal sponsor to apply Significantly serving Johnson County, Iowa Focus their work on Housing Insecurity For more information, visit CFJC.

Education
Nonprofits
City of Davenport Dream Project Grants
$20,000
City of Davenport
Local

Application Deadline

Aug 23, 2024

Date Added

Aug 9, 2024

The City of Davenport is accepting applications for its Dream Project Grants to both current homeowners and new homeowners within the designated Dream area. Donor Name: City of Davenport State: County: All Counties Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 08/23/2024 Size of the Grant: $10,000 to $100,000 Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: The City of Davenport’s Community and Economic Development (CED) staff will be administering The Davenport Dream Project and will provide assistance for residents who would like to apply for the program.  The property must be owner-occupied during this period. The grant can be used for any improvements made to the property. City funds will assist with needed exterior improvements first, and then remaining funds can be used towards interior improvements.  Funding Information Participants purchasing a home in a Davenport DREAM Project neighborhood will be eligible for a grant of approximately $20,000. Eligibility Criteria To qualify for a Davenport DREAM Project grant, applicants must provide proof of current homeowners insurance. The property, or any other property owned by the applicant within the City of Davenport, must have no outstanding liens. Contract owners are not eligible to apply.  Developers may be eligible for assistance for the rehabilitation of a property if the property is maintained as owner-occupied after the sale of the property. For more information, visit City of Davenport.

Workforce Development
Individuals
City of Ames Downtown Façade Grant
$23,000
City of Ames
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Oct 17, 2024

This grant provides financial assistance to businesses and building owners in downtown Ames for improving their building façades, with a focus on historically significant features.

Infrastructure
Nonprofits
Benton County Grants
$10,000
Benton County Community Foundation
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Oct 1, 2024

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

Arts
Nonprofits
Arts & Culture Operating Support Grant 2026
$28,471
City of Dubuque
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Mar 10, 2025

This grant provides financial support to established nonprofit organizations in Dubuque that create and present arts and cultural experiences, while promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Arts
Nonprofits
Kossuth County Grants
Contact for amount
Kossuth County Community Foundation
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Oct 1, 2024

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

Food and Nutrition
Nonprofits
Business Innovation & Support Grants for Small Businesses in Iowa
$15,500
City of Marion
Local
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Dec 6, 2023

Business Innovation & Support Grants are available for small businesses in Iowa with one to 10 employees. This program, funded by the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) and administered in partnership with the City and Chamber of Commerce, aims to provide financial support to small businesses that have faced challenges during the COVID-19 pandemic. Grant funding ranges from $5,500 to $15,500, and recipients will also receive up to five hours of mandatory business counseling from a pre-approved business coach, with $500 reserved from each cash award for this coaching fee.

Business and Commerce
Nonprofits
Grundy County Community Foundation Grant 2025
Contact for amount
Grundy County Community Foundation
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Nov 21, 2024

This grant provides funding to local nonprofit organizations and government entities in Grundy County to support projects that improve community life in areas such as arts, education, health, and environmental welfare.

Arts
Nonprofits
Teens For Tomorrow Grant
$10,000
Quad Cities Community Foundation
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jan 31, 2025

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations in Rock Island County, Illinois, and Scott County, Iowa, to address community needs in areas such as education, food security, housing, and immigration support, while empowering high school students to engage in philanthropy.

Recreation
City or township governments
Spring Capacity Building Grants
$2,500
Community Foundation of Johnson County
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Feb 18, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to local nonprofit organizations in Johnson County, Iowa, to enhance their operational capacity through infrastructure and technology upgrades, with a focus on benefiting grassroots and BIPOC-led initiatives.

Capacity Building
Nonprofits
The Andres Memorial Trust Fund
$100,000
The Andres Memorial Trust
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Mar 13, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support for capital improvements to public service organizations in Floyd County, Iowa, focusing on healthcare facilities, treatment centers for the elderly, and specific charitable organizations.

Health
Nonprofits
Scott County Regional Authority Grant
$100,000
Scott County Regional Authority
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Sep 10, 2025

This grant provides financial support to nonprofit organizations, educational institutions, local governments, and healthcare providers in Scott County, Iowa, to fund projects that enhance education, health, arts, and community services.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Sioux County Community Foundation Grant
$15,000
Sioux County Community Foundation
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Feb 18, 2025

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations and local government units in Sioux County, Iowa, to support community-enhancing initiatives in areas such as arts, education, health, and environmental conservation.

Arts
Nonprofits
Business Development Grant Program Targeting Underestimated Businesses
$5,000
City of Iowa City
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Oct 3, 2024

This program provides up to $5,000 in funding and business support to small business owners in Iowa City who are certified or eligible as Targeted Small Businesses, focusing on those owned by women, minorities, service-disabled veterans, or individuals with disabilities.

Business and Commerce
Small businesses
Local Downtown Business Support Program
$5,000
Iowa County Community Development
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Mar 13, 2025

This program provides financial support to commercial property and business owners in Iowa County's downtown area for exterior improvements and signage enhancements to foster a vibrant business environment.

Infrastructure
Small businesses
Legacy & Community Attraction Funds
$50,000
Linn County
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Sep 30, 2024

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.

Arts
State governments
Community Foundation of Cedar County Grant
$7,500
Community Foundation of Cedar County
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jan 31, 2025

This grant provides financial support to nonprofit organizations and qualified governmental agencies in Cedar County to enhance community quality of life through impactful projects.

Recreation
City or township governments
Public Art Matching Grant Program
$4,000
City of Iowa City
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Mar 3, 2025

This program provides funding to support creative public art projects in Iowa City that are accessible to the community, encouraging collaboration among artists, organizations, and individuals.

Community Development
Individuals