Auto Club Group Foundation Support for Safety
Nonprofits, schools, and public agencies in Iowa can seek funding for traffic safety, driver education, or financial literacy initiatives through the Auto Club Group Foundation, with typical awards of US $5,000 - US $15,000. Technology-focused projects, including passive speed enforcement equipment like speed display signs, may be competitive if they advance these priorities.
The Auto Club Group Foundation
STEM and Education Funding from Change Happens Foundation
Iowa 501(c)(3) public charities, government entities, and IRS-recognized tribes working in STEM education, early learning, or environmental science can seek project support that advances innovative, equitable solutions. Focused on systemic change, Change Happens Foundation prioritizes national or global initiatives, with occasional community grants that may benefit Iowa-based technology and education programs.
Change Happens Foundation A Delaware Nonprofit Corporation
Community Event Funding for Nonprofits from Honda
Nonprofit organizations and schools planning community events in Iowa and other eligible Honda communities can apply for American Honda Motor’s sponsorships, with awards up to US $25,000. Funding supports parades, festivals, galas, runs, walks, and similar cultural or recreational events, which may include technology or digital literacy components that engage local residents.
American Honda Motor Co., Inc.
Bank of America Grants for Iowa Communities
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in Iowa seeking support for community development, basic needs, workforce education, arts, environment, or inclusion programs can apply for sponsorship funding. With a mission to advance economic mobility, Bank of America Charitable Foundation provides U.S. nonprofits with regional sponsorships that may include technology-related initiatives supporting education, workforce development, or digital access.
Bank Of America Charitable Foundation Inc
Iowa Technology Access Funding via Hanson Foundation
Applications due Sep 1, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations and government entities in Iowa seeking support for technology access and digital literacy projects can apply to the John K & Luise V Hanson Foundation. With a mission to enhance quality of life, the foundation funds initiatives in north central Iowa, especially Forest City, that strengthen families through education, youth development, and community programs.
John K & Luise V Hanson Foundation
Rural Community Project Grants for Nonprofits from Farm Credit Services of America
Applications due Sep 30, 2026
Nonprofit organizations in Iowa serving agricultural education, hunger and nutrition, or rural disaster relief and essential services can apply for Farm Credit Services of America’s Working Here Fund grants, with awards up to US $25,000. Rural programs that incorporate technology for ag education, food distribution, or first responder equipment may be especially competitive.
Farm Credit Services of America, ACA
Iowa Conservation Funding via USDA NRCS
Applications due Oct 10, 2026
Agricultural producers, non-industrial private forest landowners, and Tribes in Iowa can receive financial and technical assistance to implement conservation practices that improve environmental quality and farm operations. Grants from USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service of Iowa help address soil health, water and air quality, wildlife habitat, and on-farm energy and resource conservation, which may benefit tech-enabled conservation or monitoring projects.
USDA: Natural Resources Conservation Service of Iowa
Ash Grove Charitable Foundation Support for Technology
Applications due Oct 31, 2026
Public 501(c)(3) charities in Iowa planning capital projects can apply for Ash Grove Charitable Foundation grants, with awards up to US $25,000 for construction, renovation, or facility improvements. Organizations incorporating STEM education, skilled trades training, nature-focused projects, or community gathering spaces that may include technology or digital literacy components may be competitive.
Ash Grove Charitable Foundation
American Honda Motor Grants for Iowa Technology
Applications due Nov 1, 2026
Iowa nonprofits and schools offering hands-on manufacturing and technology workforce programs can apply for US $25,000 - US $100,000 from American Honda Motor. Grants from American Honda Motor help Iowa education and workforce initiatives build skills in design, data analytics, AI, automation, and manufacturing engineering for a future-ready talent pipeline.
American Honda Motor Co., Inc.
American Honda Motor Grants for Iowa Sustainability
Applications due Nov 1, 2026
Iowa 501(c)(3) nonprofits and schools running environmental sustainability programs can seek US $25,000 - US $100,000 for decarbonization, clean energy, and efficient resource use projects. Grants from American Honda Motor help eligible states, including Iowa, fund initiatives like energy efficiency upgrades, onsite solar or wind, recycling, composting, and other green infrastructure efforts in Honda communities.
American Honda Motor Co., Inc.
Iowa Disability Mobility Funding via Honda USA Foundation
Applications due Nov 1, 2026
Nonprofit organizations and schools supporting disability care and mobility technology in Iowa can apply for Honda USA Foundation’s Mobility Pillar Award, offering US $25,000 - US $100,000 for programmatic support. With a mission to expand mobility access, the foundation funds therapeutic and adaptive programs, comprehensive care, and mobility modifications or assistive technology in Honda communities.
Honda USA Foundation
Unspecified amount in in-kind support
Iowa Robotics Funding via John Deere Foundation
Applications due Nov 1, 2026
FIRST Robotics Competition teams in Iowa affiliated with a school or 501(c)(3) can apply for John Deere Foundation support to help cover participation costs and expand STEM opportunities. Eligible teams are near John Deere Inspire communities or have committed John Deere mentors, with priority for underserved, underrepresented, or rural student groups in technology-focused programs.
John Deere Foundation
Freeport-McMoRan Foundation Grants for Iowa Communities
Applications due Nov 10, 2026
Nonprofits, schools, and government agencies in Iowa communities of Ft. Madison and Keokuk can seek funding for education, economic opportunity, and community capacity projects that benefit local residents. Grants from Freeport-McMoRan Copper & Gold Foundation help eligible organizations support workforce development, community development, and related initiatives, which may include technology access or digital literacy components.
Freeport-Mcmoran Copper & Gold Foundation
Child Care Technology Funding from Community Foundation
Applications due Dec 1, 2026
Licensed child care centers in Dubuque County, Cascade, or Dyersville can seek support for AccessDubuqueJobs.com investments to promote childcare career opportunities and strengthen their workforce in Iowa. Focused on workforce and technology-related recruitment tools, the Community Foundation of Greater Dubuque invites eligible providers participating in Child Care Assistance to apply.
Community Foundation of Greater Dubuque
Community Foundation Child Care Grants in Iowa
Applications due Dec 1, 2026
Iowa child care centers needing help with required staff compliance costs can access funding through the Community Foundation of Greater Dubuque, including sites in Dubuque County and the cities of Cascade and Dyersville. Grants provide more than US $145 per employee for HHS-required expenses like background checks, CPR/First Aid training, and physical examinations, which may benefit tech-enabled child care operations.
Community Foundation of Greater Dubuque
Community Foundation of Greater Dubuque Grants for Iowa Child Care Technology
Applications due Dec 1, 2026
Licensed child care centers in Dubuque County and the cities of Cascade and Dyersville can receive up to US $5,000 for HHS-approved professional development and center-wide technology upgrades. Grants from Community Foundation of Greater Dubuque help Iowa providers strengthen child care services and support staff who deliver direct care year-round.
Community Foundation of Greater Dubuque
Child Care Wage Support Funding from Community Foundation of Greater Dubuque
Applications due Dec 1, 2026
Licensed child care centers in Dubuque County and the cities of Cascade and Dyersville can use this grant to supplement staff wages and retain qualified caregivers. Grants from Community Foundation of Greater Dubuque offer up to US $1,000 per full-time employee and US $500 per part-time employee for incentive-based bonuses, with certain staff eligibility requirements.
Community Foundation of Greater Dubuque
Rural Healthcare Recruitment Grants for Iowa Providers
Applications due Jan 5, 2027
Healthcare organizations in Iowa recruiting providers for rural communities can receive up to US $120,000 in incentives such as relocation support or signing bonuses through Iowa Health and Human Services. Funding must go directly to healthcare providers who commit to serving at least five years, helping strengthen rural health care access and delivery.
Iowa Health and Human Services
Community Foundation of Northeast Iowa Grants for Iowa Community Programs
Applications due Jan 15, 2027
Iowa nonprofits, schools, and government entities serving Black Hawk County residents can seek one-year funding for operations, programs, equipment, materials, and capital projects, typically ranging from US $5,000 - US $25,000. Black Hawk County organizations working on technology access or digital literacy within arts, education, health, human services, environment, or community betterment may be eligible.
Community Foundation of Northeast Iowa
Youth Program Grants for Nonprofits from Community Foundation of Greater Dubuque
Letter of inquiry due Jan 30, 2027
Iowa youth-serving 501(c)(3) nonprofits, schools, churches, government entities, and fiscally sponsored groups can seek up to US $1,000 to support youth programs and projects. Jackson County organizations that build life skills and address priorities like STEM, healthy living, leadership, communication, the arts, or agriculture may be eligible through the Community Foundation of Greater Dubuque’s PBnJ Youth Philanthropy Board.
Community Foundation of Greater Dubuque
Agricultural Education Funding for Youth from CHS Foundation
Applications due Feb 15, 2027
Organizations running agricultural cooperative education programs in Iowa and other CHS trade area states can apply for CHS Foundation’s Cooperative Education Grant to support program-related costs. Eligible projects educate middle school through college students and young producers about the ag cooperative business model, using technology and innovative approaches with clear engagement strategies and measurable outcomes.
CHS Foundation
Prairie Meadows Grants for Iowa Youth Sports
Applications due Feb 27, 2027
Iowa 501(c)(3) and 501(c)(4) nonprofits, public school districts, political subdivisions, and religious organizations can apply for Prairie Meadows Race Track & Casino’s Youth Sports and Recreational Grants, awarding US $1,000 - US $50,000 for equipment, uniforms, facilities, technology, and other enhancements. Projects must primarily serve youth 19 and under in specified central Iowa counties and may include tech-related upgrades.
Prairie Meadows Race Track & Casino Inc.
Capital Health Facility Grants for Nonprofits from Andres Memorial Trust
Applications due Mar 30, 2027
Nonprofit and governmental health and human service organizations in Floyd County, Iowa can receive approximately US $20,000 for capital improvements to buildings, facilities, and equipment. The Andres Memorial Trust supports hospitals, medical research facilities, and housing for older adults or indigent residents; Iowa groups upgrading technology as part of these capital projects may be eligible.
The Andres Memorial Trust
National Library of Medicine Grants for Iowa Technology
Applications due Mar 31, 2027
Network member organizations in Iowa using technology to expand access to health and biomedical information can apply for the National Library of Medicine’s Health Information Outreach Award, with awards of US $25,000. Funding supports projects that improve digital access to NLM resources, health literacy, and health equity, especially for underrepresented populations.
National Library of Medicine
CTE Credential Funding from Iowa Department of Education
Applications due Jun 13, 2027
Iowa school districts can apply for grants supporting secondary career and technical education programs that lead to state-approved, industry-recognized credentials, including technology-related pathways. Grants from Iowa Department of Education may fund assessment fees, instructional materials, equipment, software, and other costs that directly support credential attainment, with awards up to US $50,000 based on credential tier.
Iowa Department of Education
Technology Development Grants for Rural Nonprofits from USDA
Applications due Jun 15, 2027
Rural public entities and nonprofit organizations in Iowa can obtain funding to provide technical assistance, training, and infrastructure that support small rural businesses and technology-based economic development. USDA Rural Development’s Rural Business Development Grants offer US $10,000 - US $500,000 for projects like business counseling, feasibility studies, rural business incubators, and community or technology-focused economic development.
USDA: Rural Development (RD)
Omaha Community Foundation Support for Youth Technology
Applications due Jul 16, 2027
Iowa and Nebraska 501(c)(3) organizations running youth cultural, arts, or educational programs, including technology and natural science, can access funding through Omaha Community Foundation. Grants of More than US $20,000 support primarily programmatic work for organizations serving at least 1,000 students annually, with most awards focused on the Omaha metro and some extending across Nebraska and southwest Iowa.
Omaha Community Foundation