Polk Decategorization (Decat), Community Partnerships for Protecting Children (CPPC), and Minority Youth and Family Initiative aim to support local, free events and programs that support children and families in Iowa that could be at risk of Child Welfare or Juvenile Court System involvement with $500 grants. Funding decisions are guided by our Mission Statements and Areas of Emphasis. For a copy of our Mission Statements and Areas of Emphasis, click here. 

Polk Decat & (CPPC) are pleased to offer an opportunity for local agencies, organizations, associations, and human services programs to apply for our Community Grant program. Click here to find an outline of the purpose, eligibility requirements, rules, and the process for the program. Please read these guidelines thoroughly before submitting an application. If you have any questions regarding the information or the Community Grant Program in general, contact Jaime Stevens, Polk County Decat Project & CPPC Coordinator.