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Grants in Iowa

Browse 6 open and upcoming grants tagged for Iowa, plus 1,562 nationwide grants your organization can apply for. Our database includes federal, state, local, and private funding opportunities for nonprofits, small businesses, schools, and community groups.

State Grants

6

National Grants

1,562

Median Max Award

$501K

Total Available

1,568

Iowa Grants by Funding Source

Private / Foundation

6

Foundation and corporate grants

Top Grants in Iowa

Showing 3 of 6 grants in Iowa, plus 1,562 nationwide grants

3 grants on this page, worth up to $1.0M combined.

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Grant Details: Amounts and Deadlines

Grant NameFunderAmountDeadline
Friends Helping Friends Foundation Grants (Animal Services)Friends Helping Friends FoundationUp to $3KDec 25, 2026
USDA Community Facilities Direct Loan & Grant ProgramUSDA Rural Development$50K - $1MRolling / Open
Community Human-Powered and Public Transportation GrantsCommunity Foundation of Greater MuscatineVariesRolling / Open

Top Grant Categories in Iowa

Community Development1
Infrastructure1
Rural Development1

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Frequently Asked Questions: Iowa Grants

How many grants are available in Iowa?
There are currently 6 grants specifically tagged for Iowa, plus 1,562 nationwide grants that organizations in Iowa can also apply for.
What types of organizations can apply for Iowa grants?
Nonprofits, small businesses, schools and school districts, universities, municipalities, tribal governments, healthcare organizations, and faith-based groups in Iowa are all eligible for various grants. Each grant has specific eligibility requirements listed on its detail page.
How do I find grants I qualify for in Iowa?
Use FindGrants' free discovery tool to answer a short questionnaire about your organization. The engine scores every grant against your profile and returns a ranked list of matches with fit scores and application guidance.
Are federal grants available to organizations in Iowa?
Yes. In addition to Iowa-specific funding, there are 1,562 federal and nationwide grants available to organizations in any state. Federal sources include Grants.gov, SAM.gov, NSF, and NIH.
What is the typical grant size in Iowa?
Across 2 Iowa-tagged grants that publish an award ceiling, the median maximum award is $501K. Placeholder ceilings and bond or financing programs are left out of that figure because they are not grant sizes.

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