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Best Cedar County Grants for Nonprofits in Iowa

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Last updated: October 5, 2026. Next update: November 1, 2026.

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Nestle Purina Animal Welfare Grants

Rolling deadline
Nestlé Purina Animal Welfare Grants focus on enhancing the well-being of pets and their owners through monetary donations to 501(c)(3) tax-exempt pet welfare organizations in the U.S. These grants support capacity building, capital improvements, and spay/neuter funding. The program aims to strengthen relationships between pets and people, particularly in communities near Nestlé Purina facilities, ensuring that both pets and their owners thrive together.
Nestlé Purina

US $100,000 - US $200,000

Cedar County Health Innovation Funding via Better Health Foundation

Letter of inquiry due Feb 6, 2027
Cedar County, Iowa nonprofit organizations addressing community health can access funding through the Better Health Foundation’s Innovation Grants, which award US $100,000 - US $200,000 for creative, partnership-based health initiatives. Projects must serve the nine-county greater Quad Cities region and test new methods, technologies, or collaborations to measurably improve community health outcomes.
Better Health Foundation (BHF)

Unspecified amount

Roy J. Carver Trust Support for Education

Full proposal due Nov 15, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations serving Cedar County, Iowa can seek funding for education, youth services, recreation, biomedical, and scientific initiatives. With a mission to strengthen learning and youth development, Roy J. Carver Charitable Trust provides grants for K–12 and higher education, youth recreation, research, scholarships, disaster relief, first responders, and community heritage projects.
Roy J. Carver Charitable Trust

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Alliant Energy Foundation: Community Grants

Applications due Jan 15, 2027
The Alliant Energy Foundation offers community grants to support local organizations within its service areas. With a focus on strategic areas such as hunger, housing, workforce readiness, environmental stewardship, and community safety, the foundation has invested over $76 million since 1998. Applications are accepted year-round, and funding is available for specific programs aimed at enhancing community well-being and innovation. Organizations may receive one grant per year, emphasizing the foundation's commitment to diverse community support.
Alliant Energy

Up to US $25,000

RJCCT: Youth Recreational Program

Rolling deadline
The RJCCT Youth Recreational Program, supported by the Roy J. Carver Charitable Trust since 1995, funds projects that enhance youth recreational facilities in eastern Iowa and western Illinois. The program prioritizes communities in specific counties and aims to strengthen local initiatives. Grants typically cover up to 25% of project costs, with a maximum of $25,000. Emphasis is placed on projects with significant local funding and volunteer support, ensuring a lasting impact on youth engagement in recreational activities.
Roy J. Carver Charitable Trust

Up to US $8,000

Better Health Foundation Support for Health Programs

Rolling deadline
Nonprofit organizations addressing community health in Cedar County, Iowa can access emergency and unforeseen expense funding through the Better Health Foundation’s discretionary grants, with awards up to US $8,000. Funding helps remove barriers to service delivery, such as disaster impacts or inaccessible equipment, for organizations serving the greater Quad Cities 9-county region.
Better Health Foundation (BHF)

US $10,000

PLTW Gateway - Program Expansion (John Deere)

Applications due Nov 6, 2026
The PLTW Gateway program expansion, funded by the John Deere Foundation, aims to enhance access to STEM education for underserved students in John Deere communities. With a commitment to support 1 million youth by 2030, this initiative provides grants to schools seeking to expand their existing PLTW programs. Eligible schools must be within proximity of John Deere facilities and demonstrate a significant enrollment of students participating in free and reduced lunch programs, ensuring equitable educational opportunities.
Project Lead The Way Inc

US $250,000 - US $350,000

Health Initiatives Funding for Nonprofits from Better Health Foundation

Letter of inquiry due Feb 28, 2027
Nonprofit organizations improving community health in Cedar County, Iowa can apply for Better Health Foundation’s Solutions at Scale grants, awarding US $250,000 - US $350,000 to expand proven health initiatives. With a mission to mobilize philanthropy for regional health, the foundation supports evidence-based programs that can be replicated across the 9-county greater Quad Cities area.
Better Health Foundation (BHF)

US $20,000

PLTW Computer Science - New Program (John Deere)

Applications due Nov 6, 2026
The PLTW Computer Science program, funded by the John Deere Foundation, aims to enhance STEM opportunities for underserved students in John Deere communities. This initiative supports schools initiating or expanding PLTW Computer Science courses starting in the 2025-2026 academic year. With a commitment to inclusive education, the foundation seeks to empower students by providing essential resources and opportunities to develop critical skills that will serve them in future careers.
Project Lead The Way Inc

US $500 - US $2,000

Jean Griswold Foundation Scholarship Program ( Winter )

Applications due Sep 1, 2027

The Jean Griswold Foundation

The Jean Griswold Foundation (JGF) is a non-profit organization dedicated to supporting Caregivers through educational opportunities and scholarships. 

Our Mission

The mission of the Jean Griswold Foundation is to support Caregivers by providing educational scholarships* to enable them to further their training, enhance their careers, and better assist the clients they serve.

By offering educational scholarships*, our Foundation will not only make a positive impact on the Caregivers themselves, but also the clients they assist and the home healthcare agencies where they are employed, as well as help advance the overarching home-care industry.

Scholarships will be paid directly to the federally accredited educational institutions of the winning Scholars’ choosing.

Empowering Caregivers Through Education

The Jean Griswold Foundation Scholarship Program awards scholarships to deserving Caregivers who wish to further their education in a care-related field. Applicants do not have to be associated with Griswold in any way, and the funds will be paid directly to the institution where the caregiver will be receiving education.  

Our Winter 2026 Scholarship Application period is now open! Applications will be accepted until 11:59pm ET August 31, 2026. Join our email list to get the first notice of all Scholarship happenings.  

Where would we be without Caregivers? 

Their selflessness is astounding, yet they are often overlooked and underappreciated. 

The Jean Griswold Foundation is dedicated to supporting Caregivers, the backbone of the care industry. We provide educational scholarships so Care Professionals can further their training, enhance their skills, elevate their careers, and better assist the people they serve.

Jean Griswold Foundation (Griswold Cares Foundation)

Unspecified amount

Black Hills Charitable Giving Program

Rolling deadline
The Black Hills Charitable Giving Program supports community growth by providing sponsorships and donations to eligible organizations. Focused on thriving communities, conservation, and nurturing future leaders, it invites applications from 501(c)(3) organizations and schools. Funding priorities include critical needs like food security and education, while requests benefiting individuals or political causes are generally not funded. Applications are accepted year-round, with decisions made within 120 days.
Black Hills Corporation Foundation

Up to US $7,500

Community Foundation of Cedar County Grant

Applications due Feb 28, 2027
The Community Foundation of Cedar County Grant supports local non-profit organizations to enhance community quality of life. Established in 2005, it has awarded over $1 million to address various needs. This grant prioritizes 501(c)(3) organizations or governmental agencies and follows a diversity and non-discrimination policy. Only one project per organization is accepted each cycle, ensuring focused funding for impactful initiatives. The foundation’s efforts are driven by a dedicated board and staff committed to fostering generosity in the Quad Cities area.
Quad Cities Community Foundation

US $5,000

PLTW Launch - Program Expansion (John Deere)

Applications due Nov 6, 2026
The PLTW Launch - Program Expansion grant, funded by the John Deere Foundation, aims to enhance access to STEM education for underserved communities. This initiative supports schools in expanding their PLTW programs and includes training for teachers and resources for students. Priority is given to schools near John Deere facilities that demonstrate need and a commitment to student participation in STEM activities. The project aligns with the foundation's goal to impact one million youth by 2030.
Project Lead The Way Inc

US $10,000

PLTW Computer Science - Program Expansion (John Deere)

Applications due Nov 6, 2026
The PLTW Computer Science program, in collaboration with the John Deere Foundation, aims to enhance access and participation in STEM for underserved students in John Deere home communities. This initiative focuses on expanding existing Computer Science programs in schools, ensuring equitable educational opportunities, and developing critical skills through real-world challenges. The partnership is part of a commitment to support 1 million underrepresented youth by 2030, fostering inclusivity in education.
Project Lead the Way inc.

Unspecified amount

Nestle Purina Event Sponsorship

Rolling deadline
Nestlé Purina is dedicated to enhancing the well-being of pets and the communities they serve. Through their event sponsorship program, they support 501(c)(3) tax-exempt pet welfare organizations in the U.S. that focus on the welfare of cats and dogs. Eligible events must be located within 50 miles of their St. Louis headquarters, ensuring that their contributions directly benefit local communities. Purina's commitment to pets and people strengthens the bond between them.
Nestlé Purina

Unspecified amount

Bayer Fund: Food & Nutrition Grant

Full proposal due Mar 1, 2027
The Bayer Fund: Food & Nutrition Grant supports high-quality programs that combat malnutrition and improve access to nutritious foods, particularly for underserved communities and families with young children. Eligible organizations include 501(c)(3) nonprofits and government units. The fund prioritizes long-term behavioral change towards healthy eating and nutrition, with grants typically not exceeding 25% of an organization's operating budget. International requests start at $25,000, fostering sustainable food security and education initiatives.
Bayer Fund

US $10,000 - US $75,000

Better Health Foundation Grants for Cedar County

Letter of inquiry due Sep 30, 2027
Cedar County, Iowa health-focused nonprofits and 501(c)(3) partnerships can access funding to build organizational capacity and strengthen community health services. Better Health Foundation’s Capacity Building and Service Support Grants offer US $10,000 - US $75,000 for management improvements, sustainability planning, fundraising expansion, and service enhancements, including improved access and quality for underserved communities in the greater Quad Cities region.
Better Health Foundation (BHF)

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Last updated: October 5, 2026. Next update: November 1, 2026.

Grant Insights : Grant Funding Trends in Iowa

Average Grant Size

What's the typical amount funded for Iowa?

Grants are most commonly $82,635.

$82,635

Total Number of Grants

What's the total number of grants in Cedar County Grants for Nonprofits year over year?

In 2024, funders in Iowa awarded a total of 28,032 grants.

2022 25,336

2023 26,582

2024 28,032

Top Grant Focus Areas

Among all the Cedar County Grants for Nonprofits given out in Iowa, the most popular focus areas that receive funding are Education, Philanthropy, Voluntarism & Grantmaking Foundations, and Human Services.

1. Education

2. Philanthropy, Voluntarism & Grantmaking Foundations

3. Human Services

Funding Over Time

How is funding for Cedar County Grants for Nonprofits changing over time?

Funding has increased by 9.41%.

2022 $2,079,026,768

2023 $2,108,613,200
1.42%

2024 $2,307,128,111
9.41%

Iowa Counties That Receive the Most Funding

How does grant funding vary by county?

Polk County, Story County, and Johnson County receive the most funding.

County Total Grant Funding in 2024
Polk County $545,560,005
Story County $266,280,101
Johnson County $184,865,698
Linn County $166,016,288
Boone County $155,314,892

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