2026 granting rounds are closed.
Grants up to $2,000 are available to any government entity or any organization within Iowa to purchase outdoor furniture or equipment built from recycled plastic grocery bags.
Funding provided to cities, counties, nonprofit organizations, or school districts to assist projects that will provide recreational, cultural, entertainment, and educational attraction to for public use.
2026 granting rounds are closed.
Funding to assist communities and counties in addressing derelict buildings through deconstruction, renovation/mothballing, and/or conducting environmental studies.
The T-Mobile Hometown Grants program will help fund projects to build, rebuild, or refresh community spaces that help foster local connections in your town. For example, this might include the town square pavilion, a historic building, an outdoor park, a ball field, or a library– every town has places where friends and neighbors connect.
April 1, 2026 | Fiscal Year 2026 Application April Deadline.
Grants of $1,000 to $10,000 are provided to support the creation and presentation of new artwork, development of an arts experience or formation of an arts education program; for arts projects that positively impact the vitality of the arts in the state, demonstrate public value, and support Iowa Arts Council funding priorities.
Funding provided to support the development of new and existing infrastructure intended to cultivate the unique and authentic qualities of neighborhoods, communities and regions in Iowa.
Application opens in August 2026. Application closes September 2026.
Grants of $2,500 to $5,000 awarded to promote tourism in Iowa by funding tourism-related marketing initiatives and meetings, events, and professional development efforts that benefit local economies around the state and the state’s economy.
Funding for surface transportation alternatives projects and initiatives that are statewide or multiregional in nature and relate to transportation.
2026 granting rounds are closed.
Funding provided to Iowa groups to purchase Diamond Vogel Paint for painting a wide variety of public service projects throughout Iowa. $100,000 will be awarded in 2024.
Letters of request for funding are accepted year-round.
Funding awarded to Iowa cities to assist in complying with the Americans with Disabilities act (ADA) on primary roads in Iowa.
PeopleForBikes’ Industry Community Grant Program is accepting applications by invitation only.
Grants up to $10,000 are awarded for projects with a focus on bicycling, active transportation, or community development.
Immediate Opportunity Projects: applications and request forms are accepted throughout the year.
Local Development Projects: applications and request forms are due February 1, 2026 and September 1, 2026.
Funding provided to assist in promoting economic development in Iowa through construction or improvements of roads and streets. Funding may be in the form of a grant, loan or combination thereof.
2026 granting rounds are closed.
Funding provided up to $1,000 for the creation of community gardens and green space.
Applications are due by January 2, 2026 and July 1, 2026.
Funding provided to reduce the amount of solid waste generated and landfilled in Iowa. Project requests are broken into two groups:
· Project request $10,000 or less
· Project request greater than $10,000
Grant applications accepted year-round.
This program facilitates low-interest loans to private and public entities for implementing environmentally responsible strategies for stormwater management.
Check website, RPAs/MPOs have various deadlines throughout the year.
This federal program was established to: aid public road jurisdictions with funding for roads on federal-aid routes or bridges on any public road, provide funding for transit capital improvements, provide funding for transportation planning activities.
Funding provided to cities, counties, nonprofit organizations, or school districts to assist projects that will provide recreational, cultural, entertainment, and educational attraction to for public use.
2026 granting rounds are closed.
Funding to assist communities and counties in addressing derelict buildings through deconstruction, renovation/mothballing, and/or conducting environmental studies.
Funding provided to support the development of new and existing infrastructure intended to cultivate the unique and authentic qualities of neighborhoods, communities and regions in Iowa.
Proposals must be postmarked January 15 for funding effective April 1 of that year.
Grants dedicated to land acquisition; inventory, restoration, and management of native remnants; native plant research; and training and education.
Application opens in August 2026. Application closes September 2026.
Grants of $2,500 to $5,000 awarded to promote tourism in Iowa by funding tourism-related marketing initiatives and meetings, events, and professional development efforts that benefit local economies around the state and the state’s economy.
Funding for surface transportation alternatives projects and initiatives that are statewide or multiregional in nature and relate to transportation.
Applications are due by January 15 each year for funding effective April 1.
Grants for involving youth in ecological restoration efforts. This is aimed at getting more young people out and working to restore remnant habitats in Iowa.
Funding provided to support the development of new and existing infrastructure intended to cultivate the unique and authentic qualities of neighborhoods, communities and regions in Iowa.
Proposals must be postmarked January 15 for funding effective April 1 of that year.
Grants dedicated to land acquisition; inventory, restoration, and management of native remnants; native plant research; and training and education.
2026 granting rounds are closed.
Federally-funded program that provides 50% matching funds for outdoor recreation area development and acquisition.
100 percent funding of parkland expansion and multi-purpose outdoor-related recreation development.
Cost-share program that allows private conservation organizations and the DNR to jointly acquire property to help provide outdoor recreation opportunities and protect critical habitats.
Grant applications due by end of September. Applications open 90 days prior, check back in July.
Funding provided for constructing or improving boat access facilities to Iowa’s lakes and streams.
Applications for Iowa and Wisconsin funding are due November 15th.
Grants up to $5,000 (per community) for community-based tree planting projects in Iowa communities where Alliant Energy provides electric and/or natural gas service.
Applications for funding are due November 15th.
Grants of up to $5,000 per project for community-based tree planting projects in Iowa communities that are served by Black Hills Energy.
Funding provided to cities, counties, nonprofit organizations, or school districts to assist projects that will provide recreational, cultural, entertainment, and educational attraction to for public use.
2026 granting rounds are now closed.
The Iowa Legislature appropriated state infrastructure funds to the Iowa Department of Natural Resources (Iowa DNR) to be used for a community-based tree planting program for derecho recovery tree planting.
Applications accepted year-round.
Grants up to $100,000 per year provided for roadside beautification of primary system corridors with plant materials.
Granting for fiscal year 2026 is now closed.
Funding provided for Integrated Roadside Vegetation Management (IRVM) related activities.
Proposals must be postmarked January 15 for funding effective April 1 of that year.
Grants dedicated to land acquisition; inventory, restoration, and management of native remnants; native plant research; and training and education.
Funding for surface transportation alternatives projects and initiatives that are statewide or multiregional in nature and relate to transportation.
2026 granting rounds are closed.
The WQI improves water quality through a collaborative, research-based approach that is evaluated and reported by a team of independent researchers from multiple institutions, led by Iowa State University. This comprehensive approach allows farmers and cities alike to adopt conservation practices that fit their unique needs, lands, and budgets.
2026 granting rounds are closed.
Federally-funded program that provides 50% matching funds for outdoor recreation area development and acquisition.
Applications are due by January 15 each year for funding effective April 1.
Grants for involving youth in ecological restoration efforts. This is aimed at getting more young people out and working to restore remnant habitats in Iowa.
2026 granting rounds are closed.
Funding provided up to $1,000 for the creation of community gardens and green space.
Grant applications accepted year-round.
This program facilitates low-interest loans to private and public entities for implementing environmentally responsible strategies for stormwater management.
2026 granting rounds are closed.
The IRA Trees for Schools Grant provides reimbursable grants to eligible public and private schools and school districts to purchase trees, mulch and supplemental watering when school is not in session (June – September). Eligibility is determined by 25 percent or higher free and reduced lunches and/or schools in communities eligible through the Forest Cover and Socioeconomic Assessment Tool.
Funding provided for tree planting projects in public areas such as parks for windbreaks and city-owned properties for energy efficiency benefits to reduce heating and cooling costs.
Grant applications due by end of September. Applications open 90 days prior, check back in July.
Funding provided for constructing or improving boat access facilities to Iowa’s lakes and streams.
2026 granting rounds are closed.
Grants up to $2,000 are available to any government entity or any organization within Iowa to purchase outdoor furniture or equipment built from recycled plastic grocery bags.
Funding provided to cities, counties, nonprofit organizations, or school districts to assist projects that will provide recreational, cultural, entertainment, and educational attraction to for public use.
Iowa Arts & Culture Marketing Grants support efforts by arts and cultural organizations to remarket their reopening or to publicize the resumption of activities and steps taken to ensure a safe experience re-engaging in creative and cultural experiences.
Funding for highway/street, transit, bicycle/pedestrian or freight projects or programs which help maintain Iowa’s clean air quality by reducing transportation-related emissions. Eligible highway/street projects must be on the federal-aid system, which includes all federal functional class routes except local and rural minor collectors.
Funding provided to support the development of new and existing infrastructure intended to cultivate the unique and authentic qualities of neighborhoods, communities and regions in Iowa.
Application opens in August 2026. Application closes September 2026.
Grants of $2,500 to $5,000 awarded to promote tourism in Iowa by funding tourism-related marketing initiatives and meetings, events, and professional development efforts that benefit local economies around the state and the state’s economy.
Funding for surface transportation alternatives projects and initiatives that are statewide or multiregional in nature and relate to transportation.
2026 granting rounds are closed.
Federally-funded program that provides 50% matching funds for outdoor recreation area development and acquisition.
PeopleForBikes’ Industry Community Grant Program is accepting applications by invitation only.
Grants up to $10,000 are awarded for projects with a focus on bicycling, active transportation, or community development.
Granting applications are accepted year-round.
Funding to establish recreational trails for the use, enjoyment and participation of the public.
100 percent funding of parkland expansion and multi-purpose outdoor-related recreation development.
Grant applications accepted year-round.
This program facilitates low-interest loans to private and public entities for implementing environmentally responsible strategies for stormwater management.
Check website, RPAs/MPOs have various deadlines throughout the year.
This federal program was established to: aid public road jurisdictions with funding for roads on federal-aid routes or bridges on any public road, provide funding for transit capital improvements, provide funding for transportation planning activities.