Iowa Local Grants

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to nonprofit organizations in Johnson County, Iowa, focusing on enhancing their operational capacity through infrastructure and technology upgrades.

This program provides funding to nonprofit organizations in Linn County for projects that preserve historic artifacts, structures, and educational programs related to local history.

This grant provides financial support to small nonprofit arts organizations in the Quad Cities area to strengthen their operations and enhance their impact through various capacity-building projects.

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.

This program provides financial support to local government departments and nonprofit organizations in Spencer, Iowa, for projects that promote community development and economic growth.

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.

This funding opportunity supports local nonprofits and community groups in Iowa City that are working to promote equality, combat discrimination, and raise awareness of human rights issues through new projects.

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.

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.

This grant provides financial support to recent graduates from the Iowa Lakes Corridor region who return to their hometowns to live and work, helping them with student loans, mortgage payments, or childcare expenses.

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

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.

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.

This funding opportunity supports tax-exempt organizations, educational institutions, and local governments in Woodbury County, Iowa, to implement impactful economic development projects that create jobs, enhance community services, and improve quality of life.