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Iowa Arts Grants

Explore 122 grant opportunities

Art Partnership Grant Program
$20,000
Iowa Economic Development Authority (IEDA)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Mar 24, 2025

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations and certain public or tribal government units in Iowa to support collaborative arts projects and events that enhance access to the arts and improve services for residents.

Arts
Nonprofits
Legacy & Community Attraction Funds
$10,000
Linn County Board of Supervisors
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Sep 10, 2025

This grant provides financial support to nonprofit organizations in Linn County, Iowa, for projects that promote the area's history, culture, or community attractions, benefiting local residents and visitors.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Art Project Grants for Artists and Nonprofit Organizations in Iowa
Contact for amount
Iowa Economic Development Authority (IEDA)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Mar 24, 2025

This funding opportunity supports Iowa residents and nonprofit organizations in creating and presenting arts and cultural projects that enhance community engagement and access to the arts.

Arts
Nonprofits
Jones County Community Foundation (JCCF) Grant
$35,000
Jones County Community Foundation (Community Foundation of Greater Dubuque)
Local

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
Iowa Community Cultural Grant 2026
Contact for amount
Iowa Economic Development Authority (IEDA)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Mar 24, 2025

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations, local governments, and tribal councils in Iowa to support cultural programs, festivals, and tourism projects that promote the state's heritage and stimulate economic development.

Arts
Nonprofits
Targeted Small Business Growth & Development Grant Program
$5,000
City of Iowa City
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Oct 4, 2024

This program provides financial support to women, minorities, service-connected disabled veterans, and individuals with disabilities in Iowa to help them start or grow their small businesses through targeted coaching and assistance.

Business and Commerce
County governments
Audubon County Community Foundation Grant Program
Contact for amount
Audubon County Community Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Aug 19, 2024

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations and municipal entities in Audubon County, Iowa, for projects that enhance community life in areas such as health, education, culture, and social services.

Community Development
Nonprofits
National Trust Preservation Funds (NTPF)
$5,000
National Trust for Historic Preservation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 21, 2025

This grant provides financial support to public agencies and nonprofit organizations for preservation planning and educational outreach efforts related to historic sites across the United States.

Arts
Nonprofits
2026 Traditional Arts Apprenticeship Grant
Contact for amount
Iowa Economic Development Authority (IEDA)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Mar 24, 2025

This grant provides funding for Iowa-based mentor-apprentice teams to preserve and promote traditional and folk art practices through hands-on training and mentorship.

Arts
County governments
Greene County Community Foundation Grant
$35,000
Greene County Community Foundation
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Feb 3, 2025

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations and government entities in Greene County, Iowa, to support projects that enhance community services, economic development, public safety, and recreational activities for residents.

Arts
City or township governments
Big Field Fund Project Grants
$8,000
Big Field Fund
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 6, 2025

This funding opportunity supports artist-led projects in eastern Iowa that foster collaboration and innovation in the visual arts, particularly those engaging under-resourced communities and exploring experimental creative practices.

Arts
Individuals
Project & Education Grants
$5,000
Quad City Arts
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jan 2, 2025

This grant provides financial support for individual artists, nonprofit organizations, and K-12 schools in the Quad Cities region to create community-focused arts projects and educational programs.

Education
City or township governments
Community Impact Grants
$5,000
Community Foundation for Western Iowa
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Mar 5, 2025

This program provides funding to nonprofit organizations, government entities, and churches for innovative projects that improve the quality of life and address community needs in Pottawattamie County.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Community Foundation of Van Buren County Grant
$5,000
Community Foundation of Van Buren County
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jan 31, 2025

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations and qualified governmental agencies in Van Buren County, Iowa, to support projects that improve community quality of life across various sectors such as arts, health, and human services.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Discover Ames Community Grant Program
Contact for amount
Discover Ames
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 6, 2025

This program provides funding to public and private organizations for cultural, educational, recreational, and artistic events that enhance community life and attract visitors to Ames, Iowa.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Jaspers Family Foundation Fund of Worth County Grants
$1,000
Community Foundation of Northeast Iowa
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Sep 17, 2025

This grant provides funding to nonprofit and government organizations working on projects that improve community life in Worth County, Iowa, focusing on areas such as education, health, arts, and environmental initiatives.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Inspire Iowa Cultural Tourism Grant Program
$100,000
Iowa Economic Development Authority (IEDA)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Mar 24, 2025

This program provides funding to nonprofit arts and cultural organizations in Iowa to support large-scale events that attract visitors and boost local economies.

Arts
Nonprofits
Butler County Community Foundation Grants
Contact for amount
Butler County Community Foundation (Community Foundation of Northeast Iowa)
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Sep 17, 2025

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations and public entities in Butler County, Iowa, to support projects that enhance community well-being across various sectors, including education, health, and the arts.

Community Development
Nonprofits
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
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