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Iowa Diversity Equity and Inclusion Grants

Explore 54 grant opportunities

Research/Development Grants
$3,000
Big Field Fund
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 6, 2025

This funding opportunity supports visual artists in eastern Iowa to develop innovative projects that promote community engagement, equity, and environmental awareness.

Arts
Individuals
Waterloo Community Foundation Grant
$5,000
Waterloo Community Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Sep 9, 2025

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations in Waterloo, Iowa, to support projects that enhance community well-being, cultural enrichment, education, economic development, and inclusion for local residents.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Public Art Grant
$50,000
Bravo Greater Des Moines
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Aug 20, 2025

This grant provides financial support to local government partners in Greater Des Moines for creating new public art projects that engage artists and the community.

Arts
City or township governments
Community Health Improvement Grants
$150,000
CommonSpirit Health
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Aug 14, 2025

This program provides funding to nonprofit organizations partnering with hospitals to improve health outcomes for vulnerable and underserved populations in their communities.

Health
Nonprofits
2024 NGLCC Community Impact Grant Program - Central Region
$25,000
National LGBT Chamber of Commerce
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 27, 2024

This program provides financial support to LGBTQ+-owned and allied restaurants, cafes, and bars to help them thrive and recover from challenges.

Community Development
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
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
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
System and Capacity Building Grants
$200,000
Delta Dental of Iowa Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Mar 4, 2024

This funding opportunity provides financial support for projects that improve infrastructure and drive significant system changes in dental health initiatives across Iowa.

Health
Nonprofits
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
Junior League Mildred Anderson Community Grant Program
$1,500
Siouxland Community Foundation
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Oct 8, 2024

This grant provides financial support to organizations in the greater Siouxland area for community projects that engage volunteers and address local needs.

Science and Technology
County governments
Midwest Award for Artists with Disabilities
$3,000
Arts Midwest
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 15, 2025

This grant provides financial support to mid-career visual artists with disabilities in the Midwest, promoting their artistic development and community engagement.

Arts
Individuals
Johnson County Underestimated Small Business Grants
$20,000
Community Foundation of Johnson County
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jan 6, 2025

This program provides financial support to small businesses in Johnson County, Iowa, that have been adversely affected by the COVID-19 pandemic or are located in underserved areas, helping them cover operating costs and improve their physical spaces.

Business and Commerce
For profit organizations other than small businesses