Polk
*From Surviving to Thriving: How to Fuel Passion & Prevent Burnout (Zoom)
Workforce challenges are among the top concerns for nonprofit leaders, as highlighted by the 2024 Central Iowa Nonprofit Survey. In this session, we’ll tackle these challenges head-on by exploring how to boost employee retention and prevent burnout within your nonprofit organization. You’ll gain...
39th Annual National Philanthropy Day Awards Luncheon, AFP Central Iowa Chapter
At its root, the word “philanthropy” means love of humankind. Every day, people and organizations step up to do good in our communities. Often, this work goes unrecognized, even though it makes a vital difference. It is essential that we honor those who exemplify commitment, dedication, and...
*Investing in Impact: Building Endowment Through Planned Giving
Tiffany House, CEO of the Gift Planning Institute and Exit Preparation, will present the 11 essential topics of planned giving and endowment building and provide practical steps to enhance your organization’s legacy program. Join us for an insightful and comprehensive 90-minute program designed...
*Finance 411: The Basics of Nonprofit Financials
Does your role involve, impact, or support (or detract from) the financial health of the nonprofit organization you serve? Do you need a better understanding of nonprofit finances? Are you looking for ways to communicate the organization’s financial health with your board? Are you not sure how...
Tree Canopy Improvement Grant & Regenerative Agriculture Grant
The Wright Foundation for Sustainability and Innovation is accepting letters of intent (LOI) See for Their Tree Canopy Improvement Grant and John Harsch Regenerative Agriculture Grant. See the foundation’s Grants ...
Donor Connect: Better Together Fund Spotlight Series
Nonprofit partnerships can take many forms, but these collaborations aren’t just about mutual understanding; they’re key to transforming our community for the better. The Ballet Des Moines Campus for Arts and Education, Oakridge Neighborhood’s new Oakridge Studio, and...
Big Grove for Good
Giving back to our local community is central to our mission at Big Grove Brewery. We strive to be intentional with our “good giving” and have committed the majority of our charitable efforts to focus on three core categories -- Trees, Trails, & Water: The work to enhance our recreational...
See the Big Grove for Good website for application information specific to each of the three counties in which grants are considered.
Polk County Community Grants
Grants are offered in three areas.
Community Betterment Grant Program. Applications are accepted once a year between December 1 and February 28 and are in the range of $500 to $10,000. Community Development Grant Program. Applications are accepted once a year, between July 1 and August 31...Community Foundation Snapshot: How we Can Help Your Nonprofit in 2024 (Zoom)
Join us to learn about opportunities for your organization to partner with the Community Foundation in 2024! In this session, Ellie Burns will review our various grant programs, including criteria, process, and deadlines to apply for funding. She will also give you a preview of our upcoming...