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Black Hawk County Gaming Association Grant Program
Contact for amount
Black Hawk County Gaming Association
Local
Rolling

Application Deadline

Sep 23, 2024

Date Added

Sep 20, 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

Employment Labor and Training
City or township governments
2024 Lyon County Riverboat Foundation Competitive Grant
$500,000
Lyon County Riverboat Foundation
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Sep 19, 2024

This grant provides financial support to non-profit organizations and local government entities in Lyon County, Iowa, to fund projects that improve the community's quality of life and work environment.

Community Development
City or township governments
River Bluff Community Foundation Impact Grant Program
$5,000
River Bluff Community Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Sep 30, 2024

Date Added

Sep 18, 2024

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.

Health
Nonprofits
Grants to Improve Quality of Life of Hancock County Community in Iowa
Contact for amount
Hancock County Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Sep 18, 2024

This grant provides financial support to nonprofit organizations and government entities that enhance the quality of life for residents in Hancock County, Iowa.

Community Development
Nonprofits
2025 Operating Grants
$500,000
Bravo Greater Des Moines
Private

Application Deadline

Sep 13, 2024

Date Added

Sep 4, 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.

Arts
Nonprofits
Tourism Grant Program 2025
$10,000
Iowa Economic Development Authority (IEDA)
Private

Application Deadline

Sep 30, 2024

Date Added

Sep 2, 2024

The Iowa Tourism Grant Program, funded by the Iowa Economic Development Authority, offers grants ranging from $2,500 to $10,000 to Iowa-based tourism-related entities for marketing initiatives, meetings, and events that align with IEDA's marketing plan, with a total of $300,000 available for projects to be implemented in the 2025 fiscal year.

Workforce Development
Nonprofits
CFGD Grants for Tech Program in Iowa
$10,000
Community Foundation of Greater Dubuque
Private

Application Deadline

Sep 17, 2024

Date Added

Sep 2, 2024

Grants for Tech is an innovative approach to assist nonprofits that do not employ IT staff within the Dubuque area. Donor Name: Community Foundation of Greater Dubuque State: County: All Counties Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 09/17/2024 Size of the Grant: $1000 to $10,000 Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: Through a partnership with the University of Dubuque nonprofits can apply to receive technology assessments. The grant program will pay for technology improvements, training and services for nonprofits to help make their organizations more effective and grow stronger. Funding Information Grants awarded will be a minimum of $2,000, with a maximum grant award of $10,000. Eligibility Criteria  Eligible organizations are within the Dubuque area including 501(c)3 nonprofits, church, school or government organizations that do not employ IT staff. Organizations must operate in a manner that no applicable anti-discrimination laws are violated. Only one proposal may be submitted per organization each year. For more information, visit CFGD.

Science and Technology
County governments
Jones County Community Foundation (JCCF) Grant
$35,000
Jones County Community Foundation (JCCF)
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Aug 28, 2024

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.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Anamosa Community Foundation Annual Grants
Contact for amount
Anamosa Community Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Aug 28, 2024

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.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Grant W. Brissman & Virginia M. Brissman Foundation Grant
$10,000
Grant W. Brissman & Virginia M. Brissman Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Oct 5, 2024

Date Added

Aug 20, 2024

The Grant W. Brissman & Virginia M. Brissman Foundation offers grants to non-profit organizations and governmental agencies in the Village of Milan, Illinois, aiming to enhance youth and community development, support cultural activities, and aid underprivileged individuals, with applications demonstrating specific benefits to the village and its residents being prioritized.

Recreation
Nonprofits
Shelby County Community Foundation Grants
Contact for amount
Shelby County Community Foundation
Local

Application Deadline

Sep 1, 2024

Date Added

Aug 19, 2024

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.

Health
Nonprofits
Montgomery County Community Foundation Grant Program
Contact for amount
Montgomery County Community Foundation (MCCF)
Local

Application Deadline

Sep 1, 2024

Date Added

Aug 19, 2024

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.

Health
Nonprofits
Mills County Community Foundation Grant Program
Contact for amount
Mills County Community Foundation
Local

Application Deadline

Sep 1, 2024

Date Added

Aug 19, 2024

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.

Health
Nonprofits
Improve Quality of Life in Audubon County
Contact for amount
Audubon County Community Foundation
Local

Application Deadline

Sep 1, 2024

Date Added

Aug 19, 2024

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.

Health
Nonprofits
Harrison County Community Foundation Grant Program
Contact for amount
Harrison County Community Foundation
Local

Application Deadline

Sep 1, 2024

Date Added

Aug 19, 2024

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.

Health
Nonprofits
Grants to Improve Quality of Life in Fremont County
Contact for amount
Fremont County Community Foundation
Local

Application Deadline

Sep 1, 2024

Date Added

Aug 19, 2024

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.

Health
Nonprofits
Cass County Community Foundation Grants
Contact for amount
Cass County Community Foundation
Local

Application Deadline

Sep 1, 2024

Date Added

Aug 19, 2024

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.

Health
Nonprofits
Spring Clinton County Development Association (CCDA) Grant
$75,000
Clinton County Development Association
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Aug 12, 2024

This grant provides financial support for economic, civic, or community development projects in Clinton County, allowing organizations to request up to $75,000 with a required 25% match.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Humanities Project Grant Program 2025
$30,000
State Historical Society of Iowa
State

Application Deadline

Aug 15, 2024

Date Added

Aug 9, 2024

Humanities Project Grants offer support for public humanities projects that encourage contemplation, spark conversation and engage the community. Donor Name: State Historical Society of Iowa State: Iowa County: All Counties Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 08/15/2024 Size of the Grant: $10,000 to $100,000 Grant Duration: 1 Year Details: Eligible projects will use the humanities as the central resource to involve and benefit diverse groups of Iowans through educational programming that explore the human experience. Funding for the Humanities Project Grant is made possible by an appropriation from the National Endowment for the Humanities, a federal agency, to the Iowa Department of Administrative Services. The program is administered by the State Historical Society of Iowa on behalf of the department.  Funding Information Applicants may request funding for eligible one-time project expenses that are incurred and expended within the eligible funding period.  Minimum Grant Request: $2,500 Maximum Grant Request: $30,000 Funding Period All project activities and incurred expenses must occur within the eligible funding period of November 1, 2024–October 31, 2025. Eligible Projects Eligible projects should focus on the humanities and must demonstrate public value to Iowans through deliberate public engagement and access to project activities. Types of eligible projects could include community discussions, lecture series, workshops, films, interpretive exhibits, podcasts, etc. Projects that involve the creative or performing arts could be eligible as long as they are a catalyst in a project in which humanities are central, and include interpretation and/or discussion of performances, concerts, literary and art works. Humanities must be central to the project. Subject areas include archaeology, comparative religion, cultural anthropology, ethics, folklore, gender studies, history, jurisprudence, languages, law, linguistics, literature (including novels, poetry, drama, and other forms of written expression, both modern and classical), philosophy, and the interpretation (not the creation) of the arts. Aspects of the social sciences, such as political science and sociology, that can help to explore the humanity and discover meaning in the lives and community are also included.  Eligibility Criteria Eligible applicants must be one of the following types of entities. Entities who do not meet these requirements are not eligible to apply. Organizations Federally tax exempt 501(c)3 nonprofit organization incorporated and physically located in Iowa Physical location of the organization is defined as maintaining a current home office and registered agent address in Iowa defined by Iowa Code 490.501 as well as maintaining a primary staff presence physically located and working in Iowa Federally tax exempt 501(c)3 nonprofit organization physically located in a border state community immediately adjacent to Iowa. The organization must be registered to do business in Iowa with the Secretary of State’s office. An eligible border state organization must demonstrate that the funding request significantly impacts the cultural vitality of Iowa and predominantly serves Iowans. Unit of local, county or federally-recognized tribal government physically located in Iowa Units within institutions of higher education that are physically located in Iowa that have the humanities as their core mission and offer public programs are eligible. However, institutions of higher education are limited to one application, from one unit, and may neither apply for nor receive grant funds for multiple units. Individuals Individual filmmaker or humanities expert A humanities expert is defined as someone with an advanced degree in a humanities discipline or someone who is otherwise well-qualified to bring a humanities perspective, such as a historian, library or museum professional, culture bearer, or individual who is an acknowledged cultural expert within their community. Current, legal Iowa resident who is 21 years of age or older and physically located in Iowa Residence is defined by Iowa Code 422.4 and Iowa Administrative Code 701.38.17 (422) An application from an individual must support a project that is initiated and managed by the individual, not an organization. The project must be designed to benefit the individual and may not benefit an organization with which the individual applicant has a formal affiliation such as employment or volunteer service. Applicants who represent a group must apply as an individual and clearly state their individual role in the project proposal  For more information, visit State Historical Society of Iowa.

Humanities
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

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