The Iowa Grants Guide is maintained by the LAWINRC and is a database of nearly 700 funders based in Iowa or with an Iowa connection. Use the filters below to search by funder name or narrow your search by using one or more of the advanced search options. 

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3M Foundation

3M invests in: Academic programs in science, engineering and business, and increasing the diversity of individuals entering these fields; K-12 education -inspiring student interest and success in math, science and economics by advancing teacher excellen

ACT's Giving Program

ACT's Giving Program provides funds for qualified nonprofits across the United States for programs and projects that exemplify ACT’s mission and North Star.

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Aegon Transamerica Foundation

Grant dollars go to nonprofit organizations in the following categories: arts and culture; civic and community; education and financial literacy; health and wellness; human services; United Way.

Ahrens (Claude W. and Dolly) Foundation

We are a unique and innovative family foundation striving to help meet the needs of Grinnell and its neighboring communities through ongoing support and resources by maintaining and perpetuating an endowment.

ALCOA Foundation

To achieve our mission, Alcoa Foundation funds initiatives focused on three priority areas:

Alliant Energy Foundation

The Alliant Energy Foundation is an independent, nonprofit philanthropic organization.

Allstate Foundation

Three grant making priorities: safe and vital communities (teen safe driving, catastrophe response, neighborhood revitalization; economic empowerment (domestic violence, financial and economic literacy); tolerance, inclusion and diversity (teaching tole

Allsup (Kenneth D.) Foundation

Committee selects scholarship recipients who meet criteria specified in organization documents. Open to applicants from the Iowa counties of Mahaska and Wapello for programs leading to degree as a registered nurse.

Amana Colonies Historical Sites Foundation

Preservation of vulnerable historic sites and buildings within the Amana Colonies National Historic Landmark.

American Legion of Iowa Foundation

To provide financial assistance to promote youth programs, veterans rehabilitation, and community service in the state of Iowa. Provides scholarships and makes donations to charities. 

Andrews (Leah) Scholarship Trust

The charitable purpose of this trust is to grant scholarships for educational purposes.

Arts Midwest Inc.

Arts Midwest presents and sponsors performances and exhibitions seen by more than half a million people annually throughout the Midwest and around the world.

Ascendium Education Group

Ascendium Education Group is the nation’s largest federal student loan guarantor, a leading postsecondary education philanthropy and a provider of student success services for postsecondary institutions.

Ball (Nellie) Trust

To fund research in the areas of paranoia, schizophrenia, and legal issues affecting individuals with mental disabilities

Bandow (William & Elsie) Scholarship Fund

Provide funds for tuition scholarships