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Best Des Moines County Grants for Nonprofits in Iowa

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Andersen Corporate Foundation Support for Housing

Andersen Corporate Foundation
Private
Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, Chisago County, Minnesota +11 more
US $5,000 - US $50,000
501(c)(3) nonprofits in Des Moines County, Iowa can apply for Andersen Corporate Foundation’s grants of US $5,000 - US $50,000 to support housing access, hunger relief, healthcare, and trade education. Eligible organizations may request general operating, program, or capital funding if they align with these giving areas and serve Andersen communities.
Mental Health & Psychiatric Diseases Health Facilities & Clinics Equitable & Affordable Housing +7 more

STEAM Workshop Funding for Nonprofits from Best Buy Foundation

Best Buy Foundation
Private
Alameda County, California, Albemarle County, Virginia +47 more
Up to US $24,999
Nonprofit organizations offering STEAM workshops or tech skills programs for youth ages 13–19, including those in Des Moines County, Iowa, can apply for up to US $24,999 to deliver Mini Tech Skills Workshops. Focus areas include coding, filmmaking, game design, music production, photography, robotics, and related career exploration opportunities for Best Buy Teen Tech Center members.
After School / Summer Educational Programs Youth Services Workforce Preparation & Job Readiness +2 more

STEM Education Funding from John Deere Foundation

John Deere Foundation
Private
Barnes County, North Dakota, Black Hawk County, Iowa +19 more
Unspecified amount in in-kind support
FIRST LEGO League Discover teams linked to schools or 501(c)(3) nonprofits in Des Moines County, Iowa can apply for John Deere Foundation support to cover program registration and participation costs. Teams must be near a John Deere Inspire community or have an active John Deere mentor and primarily serve underserved, underrepresented, or rural students.
STEM / STEAM Education Educational Access & Equity

Des Moines County Community Funding via Keokuk Area Community Foundation

Keokuk Area Community Foundation
Private
Des Moines County, Iowa
US $15,000 - US $75,000
Des Moines County, Iowa 501(c)(3) nonprofits and government agencies can seek funding for arts and culture, community betterment, education, health care, and human services projects. Focused on local charitable initiatives, Keokuk Area Community Foundation awards US $500 - US $5,000 through the Community Foundation of Des Moines County, with occasional larger grants for exceptional needs.
Art & Culture Education Community Services +2 more

STEM Education Grants for FIRST Teams from John Deere Foundation

John Deere Foundation
Private
Barnes County, North Dakota, Black Hawk County, Iowa +19 more
Unspecified amount
With a mission to expand STEM opportunities, John Deere Foundation provides Des Moines County, Iowa FIRST LEGO League Explore teams and other FIRST programs with funding support for underserved, underrepresented, or rural youth. Eligible teams must be school- or 501(c)(3)-based in the U.S. or registered charities in Canada, and meet specific distance or John Deere mentor requirements.
STEM / STEAM Education

Iowa HHS Grants for Des Moines County Families

Iowa Department of Health and Human Services
State/Local Government
Clarke County, Iowa, Decatur County, Iowa +9 more
Up to US $277,000
Eligible backbone organizations in Des Moines County, Iowa can apply for up to US $277,000 to lead early intervention and support efforts for families. Funding from Iowa Department of Health and Human Services backs community-led work on social determinants of health, family preservation, and prevention of child welfare crises within the Thrive Iowa initiative.
Family Services Child Welfare Services Health Disparities & Social Determinants of Health

Des Moines County Nutrition Funding via Bayer Fund

Bayer Fund
Corporate
Ada County, Idaho, Adams County, Nebraska +488 more
Unspecified amount
Des Moines County, Iowa nonprofits and public entities running food access or nutrition education programs can access funding through Bayer Fund to address malnutrition and hunger. Eligible applicants must be established, financially sound 501(c)(3) organizations or government units located in an eligible legacy-Monsanto community, serving underserved or rural families, especially those with young children.
Nutrition & Healthy Eating Food Access & Hunger

Animal Welfare Grants for Nonprofits from Nestlé Purina

Nestlé Purina
Corporate
Adams County, Colorado, Adams County, Pennsylvania +361 more
Unspecified amount
Grants from Nestlé Purina help Des Moines County, Iowa pet welfare nonprofits fund capacity building, capital improvements, and program or spay/neuter work. Eligible applicants are 501(c)(3) pet welfare organizations in the U.S., with priority for those within 50 miles of Purina’s St. Louis headquarters or its manufacturing locations, including Des Moines County.
Animal Welfare - Domestic Animals & Pets

Des Moines County Community Funding via BNSF Foundation

BNSF Foundation
Private
Acadia Parish, Louisiana, Adams County, Colorado +658 more
US $1,000 - US $10,000
Nonprofits, schools, local government divisions, and federally recognized tribal governments in Des Moines County, Iowa can seek US $1,000 - US $10,000 to support community, cultural, educational, health, and youth programs. Focused on community quality of life, BNSF Foundation invites projects near its rail lines, with preference for environmental, human services, STEM education, and rail-connected initiatives.
Recreation Environment Art & Culture +6 more

STEM Education Funding from Project Lead The Way

Project Lead The Way Inc
Private
Barnes County, North Dakota, Black Hawk County, Iowa +22 more
US $10,000
Public, private, and charter elementary schools starting new PLTW Launch STEM programs in Des Moines County, Iowa can apply for grants of US $10,000 to cover participation fees, required technology, equipment, supplies, and PLTW Core Training costs. Grants from Project Lead The Way, in partnership with John Deere Foundation, prioritize high-need schools near John Deere facilities.
STEM / STEAM Education

STEM Education Funding from Project Lead The Way

Project Lead The Way Inc
Private
Barnes County, North Dakota, Black Hawk County, Iowa +22 more
US $20,000
Middle schools in Des Moines County, Iowa serving predominantly free and reduced lunch students can apply for Project Lead The Way’s PLTW Gateway – New Program grants; awards US $20,000 for launching and expanding PLTW Gateway STEM units. Funds may cover participation fees, required technology, equipment, supplies, and PLTW Core Training costs.
STEM / STEAM Education

Engineering Program Grants for Schools from Project Lead The Way

Project Lead The Way Inc
Private
Barnes County, North Dakota, Black Hawk County, Iowa +22 more
US $35,000
Des Moines County, Iowa schools serving high percentages of students on free and reduced lunch can access funding to launch new PLTW Engineering programs and add courses over three years. Project Lead The Way and the John Deere Foundation provide up to US $35,000 for PLTW participation fees, required technology, equipment, supplies, and core training costs.
Engineering

Engineering Program Expansion Funding from Project Lead The Way

Project Lead The Way Inc
Private
Barnes County, North Dakota, Black Hawk County, Iowa +22 more
US $10,000
Public, private, and charter schools expanding existing PLTW Engineering programs in Des Moines County, Iowa can apply for US $10,000 to add courses, sections, or train additional PLTW Engineering teachers. Project Lead The Way and the John Deere Foundation support schools near John Deere facilities serving predominantly free and reduced lunch students with STEM equipment, fees, and training costs.
Engineering

Nestlé Purina Grants for Des Moines County Animal Welfare

Nestlé Purina
Corporate
Adams County, Colorado, Adams County, Pennsylvania +361 more
Unspecified amount
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) pet welfare organizations hosting cat or dog welfare events in Des Moines County, Iowa can seek event sponsorship support, including monetary aid or product donations. Grants from Nestlé Purina help eligible U.S. groups within 50 miles of designated manufacturing locations fund pet-focused community events with at least six months’ lead time.
Animal Welfare - Domestic Animals & Pets

Community Program Funding from Alliant Energy

Alliant Energy
Corporate
Allamakee County, Iowa, Appanoose County, Iowa +51 more
Unspecified amount
Nonprofit and community organizations in Des Moines County, Iowa that are within communities Alliant Energy serves can apply for Alliant Energy Foundation’s Community Grants to support specific programs and projects. Funding may assist hunger and housing services, workforce readiness and youth development, environmental stewardship, community safety, first responders, playgrounds, trails, and local events.
Basic Human Needs Workforce Preparation & Job Readiness Financial Literacy +28 more

Ferguson Support for Community Development Nonprofits

Ferguson
Corporate
Abbeville County, South Carolina, Accomack County, Virginia +722 more
Unspecified amount
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations working on affordable housing, skilled trades, clean water, sanitation, or community revitalization in Des Moines County, Iowa may be eligible for this funding. Grants from Ferguson help U.S.-based nonprofits within its geographic footprint build partnerships that strengthen neighborhoods and improve economic wellbeing through targeted community programs.
Equitable & Affordable Housing Community Development & Revitalization Sanitation & Clean Drinking Water +2 more

Functional Target Validation for Alzheimer's Disease-Related Dementias

National Institutes of Health
Federal Government
American Samoa, Guam +4 more
Unspecified amount
The National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NINDS) aims to support innovative research for validating therapeutic targets in Alzheimer's Disease-Related Dementias (ADRD). This initiative focuses on overcoming barriers in treatment development by ensuring well-validated targets linked to disease mechanisms. By employing a phased award mechanism, NINDS seeks to enhance the rigor of target validation, facilitating the transition from basic discoveries to clinical applications, ultimately accelerating the development of effective therapeutic strategies.
Dementia & Alzheimer’s Disease

Milton & Leona Lindell Scholarship

South Dakota Community Foundation
Private
United States
Unspecified amount

South Dakota Community Foundation

As a statewide community foundation, we work with donors, nonprofits and community leaders to strengthen philanthropy in South Dakota every day.

Scholarships

At South Dakota Community Foundation (SDCF), we proudly manage more than 350 scholarship funds in partnership with generous donors who are committed to supporting students. These scholarships offer countless opportunities to help ease the financial burden of continuing their education.

Milton & Leona Lindell Scholarship

To provide financial support to graduates of the Veblen area who are approved by the local committee.

Education - Higher Education Vocational & Trade Education

Norm & Margo Meriweather Veterinarian Scholarship

South Dakota Community Foundation
Private
United States
Unspecified amount

South Dakota Community Foundation

As a statewide community foundation, we work with donors, nonprofits and community leaders to strengthen philanthropy in South Dakota every day.

Scholarships

At South Dakota Community Foundation (SDCF), we proudly manage more than 350 scholarship funds in partnership with generous donors who are committed to supporting students. These scholarships offer countless opportunities to help ease the financial burden of continuing their education.

Norm & Margo Meriweather Veterinarian Scholarship

To provide financial support to graduates of the Miller area pursuing a degree in veterinary science.

This scholarship was established to help South Dakota students, reach their goal to becoming a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine. Preference will be given to a student who has been admitted to or is currently attending a School of Veterinary Medicine and plans to practice in South Dakota following graduation. 

Education - Higher Education Veterinary Science & Services

Perry & Doreen Evans Scholarship

South Dakota Community Foundation
Private
United States
Up to US $5,000

South Dakota Community Foundation

As a statewide community foundation, we work with donors, nonprofits and community leaders to strengthen philanthropy in South Dakota every day.

Scholarships

At South Dakota Community Foundation (SDCF), we proudly manage more than 350 scholarship funds in partnership with generous donors who are committed to supporting students. These scholarships offer countless opportunities to help ease the financial burden of continuing their education.

Perry & Doreen Evans Scholarship

To provide financial support to graduates of South Dakota high schools with preference to high schools within Clark and Codington counties.

The Perry & Doreen Evans Scholarship has been established to provide financial assistance to students pursuing post-secondary education. First preference will be given to students residing in Clark County, with secondary preference given to students residing in Codington County.

Four $5,000 renewable scholarships for a maximum of four years to students attending a college or university. Student must maintain and provide proof of a minimum cumulative 3.0 GPA (on a 4.0 scale) and enrolled as a full-time student.

Four $2,500 renewable scholarships for a maximum of two years to students attending a technical college. Student must maintain and provide proof of a minimum cumulative 3.0 GPA (based on 4.0 scale) and enrolled as a full-time student. 

Education - Higher Education Vocational & Trade Education

Quint Family Scholarship

South Dakota Community Foundation
Private
United States
US $1,000

South Dakota Community Foundation

As a statewide community foundation, we work with donors, nonprofits and community leaders to strengthen philanthropy in South Dakota every day.

Scholarships

At South Dakota Community Foundation (SDCF), we proudly manage more than 350 scholarship funds in partnership with generous donors who are committed to supporting students. These scholarships offer countless opportunities to help ease the financial burden of continuing their education.

Quint Family Scholarship

To provide financial support to high school graduates pursuing a degree in the medical field.

The Quint Family Scholarship was created to commemorate and honor the legacy of the four daughters of Anton & Bertha Quint. Each of these sisters graduated with a 3-year Registered Nurse (RN) diploma from the Dominican School of Nursing in Great Bend, Kansas—Dolores in 1952, Julia in 1956, Alverna in 1961, and Carol in 1963. Collectively, they accumulated 150 years of experience in the healthcare industry.

This need-based scholarship is designed to support high school graduates from the Black Hills region who are pursuing further education in healthcare. The scholarship's founder, Alverna Quint Kopsky, has lived in the Black Hills since 1971, spending much of her career with the Department of Veterans Affairs and providing care to veterans.

This is a two-year scholarship.

Education - Higher Education Vocational & Trade Education Medical Education & Professional Training

Read-Veflin American Legion Post 180 Scholarship

South Dakota Community Foundation
Private
United States
Unspecified amount

South Dakota Community Foundation

As a statewide community foundation, we work with donors, nonprofits and community leaders to strengthen philanthropy in South Dakota every day.

Scholarships

At South Dakota Community Foundation (SDCF), we proudly manage more than 350 scholarship funds in partnership with generous donors who are committed to supporting students. These scholarships offer countless opportunities to help ease the financial burden of continuing their education.

Read-Veflin American Legion Post 180 Scholarship

To provide financial support to high school graduates with first preference to students who are residents of the original New Effington, SD school district.

Education - Higher Education Vocational & Trade Education

BRAIN Initiative: Data Archives for the BRAIN Initiative

US Dept. of Health & Human Services: National Institutes of Health (NIH)
Federal Government
American Samoa, Guam +4 more
Unspecified amount
The BRAIN Initiative aims to create web-accessible data archives to enhance research on brain science by offering tools for data analysis and visualization. This effort, led by the National Institute of Mental Health in collaboration with other NIH Institutes, seeks to establish a framework for rigorous data sharing and collaboration across various sub-domains. The initiative will enable the scientific community to access standardized and comprehensive data archives to support innovative neurotechnology research.
Cell Biology Neuroscience

Ruth D. Frick Ames Scholarship

South Dakota Community Foundation
Private
United States
Unspecified amount
The Ruth D. Frick Ames Scholarship, established by Robert Ames to honor his wife, supports students pursuing a nursing degree. Managed by the South Dakota Community Foundation, this scholarship aims to ease the financial burden for those aged 18-32 with a GPA of 2.9 or higher. Applicants should demonstrate financial need, strong academic performance, and community involvement. This initiative reflects Ruth's legacy of compassion, service, and commitment to helping others in the nursing field.
Education - Higher Education Vocational & Trade Education Nursing

Allen P. and Josephine B. Green Foundation, Inc. Scholarship Program

Greater Kansas City Community Foundation
Private
United States
Up to US $7,500

Our Mission

The Community Foundation’s mission is to improve the quality of life in Greater Kansas City by increasing charitable giving, educating and connecting donors to community needs they care about, and leading on critical community issues.

Scholarships

We offer hundreds of different scholarships for students in and around Kansas City.

Allen P. and Josephine B. Green Foundation, Inc. Scholarship Program

Scholarships are available for students who graduate from Mexico High School and who plan to attend an accredited college or university in the United States.

The Traditional scholarship will be $7,500.00 per year payable in the amount of $3,750.00 per semester for students who plan to attend an accredited college or university. The scholarship is renewable for a total of four years. Summer school sessions will not be considered as a semester. In the event the recipient attends a college that is based on the trimester system the scholarship will be in the amount of $2,500.00 per trimester

Subject to the other rules of the scholarship program, once a recipient receives a scholarship, the recipient may continue to receive the scholarship if the student maintains a first year grade point average of 2.5 or better, a cumulative grade point average of 3.0 or better, and is a full time student.

The scholarship award will be paid directly to the college, university or technical school to be applied toward the recipient’s tuition, books, educational fees, and on campus resident costs.

Education - Higher Education Vocational & Trade Education

Regional Core Centers Grant

Hemophilia Alliance Foundation
Private
United States
US $8,000 - US $10,000

Regional Core Centers Grant

The goal of this grant is to enable eligible organizations to build capacity in order to achieve their mission, and to support direct consumer financial assistance programs in eligible organizations. The ceiling for local patient organizations and hemophilia treatment and sickle cell centers is $8,000; the ceiling for national organizations and the eight HHS-designated federally designated and funded regional core coordinating centers is $10,000. 

Types of Grants Considered

Three types of grants will be considered:

  • Project Grants that strengthen the organization’s ability to better serve its constituents
  • Patient Financial Assistance Grants
  • Project Grants for supplemental funding of the HHS-Designated Federally-Funded Regional Core Coordinating Centers’ annual meetings
Hematological Systems

South Dakota American Legion Scholarship

South Dakota Community Foundation
Private
United States
Unspecified amount

South Dakota Community Foundation

As a statewide community foundation, we work with donors, nonprofits and community leaders to strengthen philanthropy in South Dakota every day.

Scholarships

At South Dakota Community Foundation (SDCF), we proudly manage more than 350 scholarship funds in partnership with generous donors who are committed to supporting students. These scholarships offer countless opportunities to help ease the financial burden of continuing their education.

South Dakota American Legion Scholarship

To provide financial support to South Dakota high school graduates that are children or grandchildren of United States veterans.

This scholarship is funded through voluntary contributions from legion posts, private individuals, and businesses. It is designated to provide educational opportunities beyond high school to eligible veterans, their children, and their grandchildren.

Education - Higher Education Vocational & Trade Education Military & Veterans Services

Des Moines County Grants for Nonprofits Highlights

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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 Des Moines 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 Des Moines 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 Des Moines 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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