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The Farmer Rancher Grant Program
$30,000
Minnesota University of Minnesota (NCR-SARE)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Oct 31, 2025

This program provides funding for farmers and ranchers in the North Central region to develop and share sustainable agricultural practices through research and educational projects.

Agriculture
Individuals
Community Climate Action Grants
$10,000
City of Iowa
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Mar 5, 2026

This funding opportunity supports local organizations and businesses in Iowa City to implement projects that reduce greenhouse gas emissions and promote sustainable practices in areas like energy efficiency, transportation, and waste reduction.

Environment
Nonprofits
The U.S. Bank Foundation Cleantech Award
$30,000
Evergreen Climate Innovations
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 10, 2025

This grant provides financial support and mentorship to early-stage cleantech entrepreneurs in the Midwest who are developing innovative solutions to promote economic growth and environmental sustainability.

Environment
For profit organizations other than small businesses
Upper Story Housing Conversion Program
$400,000
Iowa Economic Development Authority (IEDA)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 24, 2026

This program provides funding to municipalities for converting vacant upper-story spaces in downtown buildings into affordable rental housing for low- and moderate-income households.

Housing
City or township governments
Opioid Settlement Funds Grant Program
$100,000
Bremer County
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Apr 7, 2026

This program provides funding to various organizations in Bremer County to implement projects that combat the opioid crisis through evidence-based strategies, such as overdose prevention and treatment services.

Health
Nonprofits
Iowa Fatherhood Initiative
$300,000
Iowa Department of Health and Human Services (Iowa HHS)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 25, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support to organizations in Iowa to develop and enhance programs that assist fathers, particularly those who are noncustodial, low-income, or formerly incarcerated, in improving their parenting skills, economic stability, and family relationships.

Income Security and Social Services
Nonprofits
North Liberty Targeted Economic Development Grant Program
$10,000
Greater Iowa City
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jan 7, 2026

This program provides financial assistance to small businesses in North Liberty, Iowa, to support physical improvements to commercial spaces or help home-based businesses transition to a shared workspace.

Business and Commerce
For profit organizations other than small businesses
Healthy Hometowns: High-Risk OB and Neonatal Transport Initiative
$2,000,000
Iowa Department of Health and Human Services (HHS)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 27, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support to emergency medical services in Iowa to improve high-risk obstetric and neonatal transport capabilities in rural areas, enhancing access to critical healthcare for mothers and newborns.

Health
City or township governments
LincolnWay Community Foundation Grant
Contact for amount
LincolnWay Community Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Feb 13, 2025

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations and public agencies for community projects that improve the quality of life, economic conditions, education, health, and cultural heritage in rural Clinton County, Iowa.

Education
City or township governments
Downtown Façade Improvement Grant
$10,000
City of Knoxville
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Mar 5, 2026

This program provides financial assistance to commercial property owners in Knoxville, Iowa, for improving building façades to enhance the downtown area's historic character and boost local economic activity.

Community Development
For profit organizations other than small businesses
IDALS Specialty Crop Block Grant
$30,000
Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Feb 17, 2025

This funding opportunity supports Iowa-based organizations in enhancing the competitiveness of specialty crops through research, market development, and educational initiatives that benefit the broader agricultural industry.

Agriculture
State governments
Manufacturing 4.0 Technology Investment Program
$75,000
Iowa Economic Development Authority
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 9, 2025

This program provides financial support to small- and medium-sized manufacturers in Iowa to help them adopt advanced technologies that improve their operations and competitiveness.

Business and Commerce
Small businesses
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
Iowa West Foundation Grant Program
Contact for amount
Iowa West Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 6, 2025

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations and community initiatives that aim to improve lives and strengthen communities in southwest Iowa and eastern Nebraska.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Commercial Exterior (Façade) Grant and Signage Grant
$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.

Community Development
Small businesses
Black History Makers Business Grant Program
$5,000
Citi Trends
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Feb 11, 2025

This grant provides financial support to Black entrepreneurs who are positively impacting their communities, helping them grow and sustain their businesses.

Business and Commerce
County governments
Choose Iowa Dairy Innovation Grant
$100,000
Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship (IDALS)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Nov 4, 2024

This funding opportunity is designed for small dairy producers in Iowa to enhance their processing capabilities through modernization and efficiency improvements.

Agriculture
Individuals
Main Street Iowa Open 4 Business Program
$25,000
Iowa Economic Development Authority
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Apr 17, 2026

This program provides funding and support to established for-profit businesses located in designated Main Street districts in Iowa that are looking to expand or enhance their operations.

Business and Commerce
Small businesses
Healthy Hometowns: Communities of Care Co-Location Program
$24,033,502
Iowa Department of Health and Human Services (HHS)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 27, 2026

This funding opportunity provides substantial financial support to organizations in rural Iowa for establishing collaborative healthcare sites that integrate various health and social services to improve access and outcomes for local residents.

Health
Nonprofits
Equity Fund
$5,000
PFund Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 7, 2024

This program provides $5,000 grants to BIPOC LGBTQ+ entrepreneurs and small business owners in the Minneapolis-St. Paul area to support their business growth through funding, education, and networking opportunities.

Business and Commerce
Small businesses