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C&B Better Initiative
$25,000
Community Foundation of Greater Dubuque
Private

Application Deadline

Jul 6, 2026

Date Added

Jun 3, 2025

This grant provides funding to nonprofits in Dubuque County, Iowa, to support projects that promote health, education, economic empowerment, social inclusion, and community development.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Mark W. Schwiebert Fund for Environmental Studies Grant
$3,000
Quad Cities Community Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Apr 30, 2026

Date Added

Feb 19, 2025

This funding opportunity supports nonprofit organizations, universities, and government entities in Illinois and Iowa that focus on educating the public about climate change and natural resource depletion or conducting research for sustainable solutions.

Environment
Nonprofits
O’Brien County Community Foundation Grant
$15,000
O’Brien County Community Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Apr 15, 2026

Date Added

Apr 28, 2025

This grant provides financial support to nonprofit organizations and local government units in O’Brien County, Iowa, for projects that enhance community quality of life across various fields such as education, health, and the arts.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Historic Preservation Grant Program
$5,000
Linn County Historic Preservation Commission
Local

Application Deadline

Mar 27, 2026

Date Added

Mar 12, 2025

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

Arts
Nonprofits
NCR-SARE Graduate Student Grant Program
$20,000
North Central Region SARE (NCR-SARE)
Private

Application Deadline

Apr 16, 2026

Date Added

Apr 10, 2025

This program provides funding for graduate students in the North Central Region to conduct research that promotes sustainable agriculture practices.

Community Development
Individuals
Region 7 Fiscal Year 2025 Wetland Program Development Grants
$400,000
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
Federal

Application Deadline

Apr 6, 2026

Date Added

Feb 19, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support to state, Tribal, and local governments, as well as certain academic institutions, to develop and improve wetland protection and management programs in Kansas, Iowa, Missouri, and Nebraska.

Education
State governments
Ireton Community Foundation Grant
Contact for amount
Ireton Community Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Apr 15, 2026

Date Added

Mar 24, 2025

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations and local government units for projects that improve the quality of life and address community needs in Ireton, Iowa.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Iowa Scholarship for the Arts Program
$5,000
Iowa Economic Development Authority (Iowa Arts Council)
State

Application Deadline

Apr 1, 2026

Date Added

Mar 18, 2025

This scholarship provides financial assistance to outstanding Iowa high school seniors pursuing a career in the arts at accredited colleges or universities in Iowa.

Arts
Individuals
Shared Visions Parent Support Grant Program
Contact for amount
Iowa Department of Education
State

Application Deadline

Mar 26, 2026

Date Added

Feb 2, 2026

This program provides funding to organizations that support and educate parents of at-risk children from birth to age five, helping families create nurturing environments for early childhood development.

Education
Nonprofits
Professional Development Grant
$120,000
U.S. Department of Agriculture (National Institute of Food and Agriculture)
Federal

Application Deadline

Apr 2, 2026

Date Added

Feb 19, 2026

This funding opportunity is designed to enhance the skills of agricultural educators in the Midwest, enabling them to develop impactful programs that promote sustainable farming practices and support local farmers and ranchers.

Agriculture
Nonprofits
Dekko foundation Grants
Contact for amount
Dekko Foundation
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Nov 20, 2023

This grant provides funding to various organizations in specific counties across the USA to support projects that promote the healthy development of children from birth to age 18.

Education
Nonprofits
Art Project Grants for Artists and Nonprofit Organizations in Iowa
$25,000
Iowa Economic Development Authority (IEDA)
State

Application Deadline

Apr 1, 2026

Date Added

Mar 24, 2025

This grant provides financial support to Iowa-based nonprofit organizations, schools, and government units for innovative arts projects that engage the community and promote cultural development.

Arts
Nonprofits
EPSCoR Research Infrastructure Improvement Program: EPSCoR Collaborations for Optimizing Research Ecosystems (E-CORE)
$10,000,000
National Science Foundation
Federal

Application Deadline

Jul 21, 2026

Date Added

Apr 25, 2025

This funding opportunity is designed to strengthen research capabilities in eligible jurisdictions by supporting collaborations among academic institutions, government agencies, and private industry to develop sustainable research infrastructure.

Science and Technology
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
Marion County Community Foundation Grant
Contact for amount
Marion County Community Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Apr 17, 2026

Date Added

Mar 4, 2026

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations in Marion County, Iowa, to support innovative projects that improve the quality of life for local residents across various sectors, including health, education, and community services.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Iowa County Community Foundation Grants
Contact for amount
Iowa County Community Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Apr 15, 2026

Date Added

Mar 16, 2026

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations and government entities in Iowa County to support community-driven projects that enhance quality of life, focusing on areas such as health, safety, youth empowerment, and vibrant communities.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Target Grant
$25,000
Missouri River Historical Development
Private

Application Deadline

Mar 31, 2026

Date Added

Mar 4, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support to educational entities, local governments, and tax-exempt organizations for projects that improve the quality of life in Woodbury County, Iowa, and surrounding areas.

Community Development
City or township governments
Aegon Transamerica Foundation Grant Program
Contact for amount
Aegon Transamerica Foundation
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Nov 1, 2026

Date Added

Dec 5, 2023

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations in specific communities to support initiatives that enhance social and financial empowerment, improving the well-being of residents through access to resources and capacity building.

Social Advocacy
Nonprofits
Bishop's Education Grant
$3,000
Diocese of Sioux City
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Nov 20, 2023

This funding opportunity assists Catholic parishes in the Diocese of Sioux City with financial support for evangelistic and catechetical projects aimed at parish renewal and community engagement.

Education
Exclusive - see details
Smile Grants
$5,000
Delta Dental of Iowa Foundation
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Mar 4, 2024

This grant provides financial support for educational projects in Iowa, helping to supply materials and resources that promote learning and improve community health initiatives.

Health
Nonprofits
Emmet County Community Foundation Grants
$20,000
Emmet County Community Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Apr 15, 2026

Date Added

Mar 16, 2026

This grant provides funding to nonprofit and government organizations for projects that improve community well-being and empower residents in Emmet County across key areas like access, health, community vibrancy, and youth development.

Community Development
Nonprofits