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Capacity Building Funding from Ottumwa Regional Legacy Foundation

Ottumwa Regional Legacy Foundation Inc.
Private
Wapello County, Iowa
Up to US $5,000
Wapello County, Iowa 501(c)(3) nonprofits and public entities can receive up to US $5,000 to strengthen management, governance, and organizational capacity. Local organizations can access funding through Ottumwa Regional Legacy Foundation for strategic planning, financial management, evaluation, communications, fundraising, HR, technology, board development, and collaboration efforts.
All fields of work

Ottumwa Regional Legacy Foundation Grants for Wapello County Cancer Care

Ottumwa Regional Legacy Foundation Inc.
Private
Wapello County, Iowa
Unspecified amount
With a mission to support cancer care, Ottumwa Regional Legacy Foundation provides Wapello County, Iowa nonprofits and local cancer treatment providers with funding for patient subsidies, facility improvements, upgraded technology, and professional education. Eligible programs can also include survivor and family support services and cancer awareness education through the Robert McCune Endowment.
Cancer / Oncology

Community Enrichment Grants for Nonprofits from Ottumwa Regional Legacy Foundation

Ottumwa Regional Legacy Foundation Inc.
Private
Wapello County, Iowa
US $2,500 - US $30,000
With a mission to advance health, education, and community vitality, Ottumwa Regional Legacy Foundation provides Wapello County, Iowa 501(c)(3) nonprofits with US $2,500 - US $30,000 for single-year community enrichment projects. Funding supports innovative programs in human services, basic needs, recreation, arts, culture, humanities, and community development benefiting Ottumwa and Wapello County residents.
Human & Social Services Recreation Art & Culture +3 more

Youth Education Funding from Ottumwa Regional Legacy Foundation

Ottumwa Regional Legacy Foundation Inc.
Private
Wapello County, Iowa
Up to US $2,500
501(c)(3) nonprofits and fiscally sponsored groups serving youth in Wapello County, Iowa can apply for Ottumwa Regional Legacy Foundation’s Legacy Youth Alliance Grant, with awards up to US $2,500 for youth-led or youth-focused projects. Funding supports innovative education, health, and youth development programs that positively impact local young people.
Youth Services Youth Development & Leadership Early Childhood Development +9 more

Wapello County STEM Funding via John Deere Foundation

John Deere Foundation
Private
Barnes County, North Dakota, Black Hawk County, Iowa +19 more
Unspecified amount in in-kind support
Schools and 501(c)(3) nonprofits running FIRST LEGO League Discover teams in or near Wapello County, Iowa can seek support that helps underserved and underrepresented students engage in STEM education. Focused on educational access and equity, John Deere Foundation invites teams near its Inspire home communities or with active employee mentors to apply.
STEM / STEAM Education Educational Access & Equity

Wapello County Robotics Funding via John Deere Foundation

John Deere Foundation
Private
Barnes County, North Dakota, Black Hawk County, Iowa +23 more
Unspecified amount in in-kind support
Nonprofit or school-based FIRST Robotics Competition teams in Wapello County, Iowa can seek funding to support robotics participation and related STEM activities. Focused on underserved, underrepresented, or rural students near John Deere Inspire communities, the John Deere Foundation prioritizes teams with strong equity, diversity, and inclusion efforts and, preferably, active John Deere mentors.
Robotics

STEM Education Funding from John Deere Foundation

John Deere Foundation
Private
Barnes County, North Dakota, Black Hawk County, Iowa +19 more
Unspecified amount
FIRST LEGO League Explore teams focused on STEM education and based in Wapello County, Iowa may be eligible for support to cover FIRST registration costs and related participation expenses. Focused on STEM/STEAM education, John Deere Foundation invites school- or 501(c)(3)-affiliated teams near John Deere Inspire communities, especially those serving underserved, underrepresented, or rural youth, to apply.
STEM / STEAM Education

John Deere Foundation Robotics Grants in Iowa

John Deere Foundation
Private
Barnes County, North Dakota, Black Hawk County, Iowa +19 more
Unspecified amount in in-kind support
FIRST LEGO League Challenge teams affiliated with schools, 501(c)(3) nonprofits, or registered charities in Wapello County, Iowa and other John Deere home communities can apply for John Deere Foundation support to cover FIRST registration costs and related STEM robotics activities. Eligible teams must primarily serve underserved, underrepresented, or rural youth and meet distance or John Deere mentor requirements.
STEM / STEAM Education Robotics

John Deere Foundation Support for Robotics

John Deere Foundation
Private
Barnes County, North Dakota, Black Hawk County, Iowa +17 more
Unspecified amount in in-kind support
School-based and 501(c)(3) nonprofit FIRST Tech Challenge teams in Wapello County, Iowa can apply for John Deere Foundation funding to cover FIRST registration, robot kits or parts, and field setup kits. Teams in John Deere Inspire home communities and those serving underserved or rural students, especially with John Deere employee mentors, may be prioritized.
STEM / STEAM Education Robotics

Community Program Funding from 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 Wapello County, Iowa can seek support for community programs, education, arts, youth services, environment, and human services. BNSF Foundation provides US $1,000 - US $10,000 grants to organizations located in or serving communities near its rail lines, including parts of Iowa.
Recreation Environment Art & Culture +6 more

STEM Education Funding for Schools 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 starting new PLTW Launch STEM programs in Wapello County, Iowa can access funding via Project Lead The Way, supported by the John Deere Foundation; awards US $10,000 for participation fees, required technology, equipment, supplies, and PLTW Core Training costs. Eligible schools must be near designated John Deere facilities and serve mostly free/reduced-lunch students.
STEM / STEAM Education

Family Stability Grants for Nonprofits from Iowa HHS

Iowa Department of Health and Human Services
State/Local Government
Clarke County, Iowa, Decatur County, Iowa +9 more
Up to US $277,000
Wapello County, Iowa nonprofits working on family services, child welfare, or social determinants of health can access funding through Iowa Department of Health and Human Services to serve as backbone organizations for the Thrive Iowa initiative. Grants up to Up to US $277,000 support early intervention, collaborative case management, and training to help move families from crisis to career.
Family Services Child Welfare Services Health Disparities & Social Determinants of Health

STEM Program Expansion Funding from Project Lead The Way

Project Lead The Way Inc
Private
Aiken County, South Carolina, Alamance County, North Carolina +143 more
US $5,000
Public, private, and charter schools expanding PLTW Launch STEM programs in Wapello County, Iowa can apply for US $5,000 to cover participation fees, required technology, equipment, supplies, and PLTW Core Training costs. With a mission to broaden STEM access, Project Lead The Way and John Deere Foundation prioritize schools near John Deere facilities serving mostly free/reduced-lunch students.
STEM / STEAM Education Teacher Development & Training

Project Lead The Way Support for STEM

Project Lead The Way Inc
Private
Barnes County, North Dakota, Black Hawk County, Iowa +22 more
US $20,000
Public, private, and charter middle schools in Wapello County, Iowa can access STEM / STEAM education funding through Project Lead The Way, backed by the John Deere Foundation. Grants of US $20,000 help launch new PLTW Gateway programs, covering participation fees, required technology, equipment, supplies, and PLTW Core Training with related travel costs.
STEM / STEAM Education

Project Lead The Way Support for STEM

Project Lead The Way Inc
Private
Aiken County, South Carolina, Alamance County, North Carolina +143 more
US $10,000
Public, private, and charter middle schools in Wapello County, Iowa that already run PLTW Gateway and serve at least 50% free/reduced lunch students can apply for Project Lead The Way’s US $10,000 grants to expand their STEM curriculum. Funding covers PLTW participation fees, required technology, equipment and supplies, and PLTW Core Training costs.
STEM / STEAM Education Teacher Development & Training

Wapello County STEM Funding via Project Lead The Way

Project Lead the Way inc.
Private
Aiken County, South Carolina, Alamance County, North Carolina +143 more
US $10,000
Public, private, and charter schools in Wapello County, Iowa can use this grant to expand existing PLTW computer science programs, including new courses, extra class periods, and teacher training. Grants from Project Lead The Way help cover PLTW participation fees, required technology, equipment, supplies, and PLTW Core Training costs for the 2027–2028 school year; awards US $10,000.
Computer Science & Engineering Teacher Development & Training

Wapello County STEM Education Funding via Project Lead The Way

Project Lead The Way Inc
Private
Aiken County, South Carolina, Alamance County, North Carolina +143 more
US $20,000
Public, private, and charter schools in Wapello County, Iowa can apply for Project Lead The Way’s John Deere–supported grants to launch new PLTW Computer Science programs, with awards around US $20,000 for participation fees, required technology, equipment, supplies, and teacher core training. Eligible schools must be near designated John Deere facilities and enroll at least 50% free/reduced lunch students.
Computer Science & Engineering Teacher Development & Training

Engineering Program Funding from Project Lead The Way

Project Lead The Way Inc
Private
Barnes County, North Dakota, Black Hawk County, Iowa +22 more
US $35,000
Wapello County, Iowa schools serving high percentages of students on free or reduced lunch can access funding to launch new PLTW Engineering programs and courses. Project Lead The Way and the John Deere Foundation offer up to US $35,000 for PLTW fees, required equipment, technology, and teacher core training costs, starting in the 2027–2028 school year.
Engineering

Project Lead The Way Grants for Engineering

Project Lead The Way Inc
Private
Barnes County, North Dakota, Black Hawk County, Iowa +22 more
US $10,000
Public, private, and charter schools in Wapello County, Iowa can apply for Project Lead The Way’s John Deere–supported grants; awards US $10,000 for expanding existing PLTW Engineering programs. Funds may cover PLTW participation fees, required technology, core training, and required equipment or supplies for the 2027–2028 academic year, prioritizing schools serving mostly free and reduced lunch students.
Engineering

Alliant Energy Support for Community Programs

Alliant Energy
Corporate
Allamakee County, Iowa, Appanoose County, Iowa +51 more
Unspecified amount
Nonprofit and community organizations in Wapello County, Iowa that are within communities Alliant Energy serves can seek funding for hunger and housing, workforce readiness, environmental stewardship, and community safety projects. Alliant Energy provides Wapello County nonprofits with support for specific programs such as food access, shelters, STEM education, parks, trails, and first responder equipment.
Basic Human Needs Workforce Preparation & Job Readiness Financial Literacy +28 more

Kiwanis Club of Montgomery Scholarship

Central Alabama Community Foundation
Private
United States
Unspecified amount

Central Alabama Community Foundation

Established in 1987 by community leaders, the Central Alabama Community Foundation serves the River Region counties of Lowndes, Macon, and Montgomery. CACF was created to provide a permanent charitable resource dedicated to strengthening nonprofits and meeting local needs in the Montgomery area.

Through a variety of funds, CACF supports projects and programs in education, health, human services, cultural arts, recreation, historic preservation, and other civic concerns.

Every year, CACF awards grants to nonprofit projects and programs providing services in Lee, Macon, and Montgomery counties.

Kiwanis Club of Montgomery Scholarship

This renewable scholarship is available to graduating high school seniors in Montgomery County who are planning to attend an accredited college or university. Although there is no minimum ACT or SAT score, students must indicate by their academic performance the ability or motivation to graduate from college. Preference is given to students demonstrating financial need. Consideration is also given to students’ leadership, character, ability and participation in extracurricular activities. Scholarships will be awarded annually and are renewable for up to three years depending upon the student’s academic performance.

Education - Higher Education

Children of Enlisted Member Scholarship - Returning Scholar Application

Coast Guard Foundation Inc.
Private
United States
US $2,500 - US $5,000

Coast Guard Foundation

Founded in 1969, we’re a vital partner to the U.S. Coast Guard—tackling the toughest challenges confronting our heroes.

We’re there for members from enlistment to long after retirement, and our work strengthens the entire community. Through close collaboration with Coast Guard leadership, we’re able to respond to new and emerging needs effectively. Our investments support families, bolster unit morale, honor the Coast Guard’s mission at the national level, and more. Every day, Coast Guard members risk their lives to protect our country. When we stand together and show them our appreciation, we can ensure they remain always ready—no matter what.

Children of Enlisted Member Scholarship - Returning Scholar Application

Description

Scholarship for Children of Enlisted Coast Guard Members and Retirees

This application is intended for returning/renewal applicants only.

Support for education is a cornerstone of our commitment to the men and women of the U.S. Coast Guard and their families.

If you are the child of an active duty, retired, or active reserve Coast Guard member you are eligible to apply. 

When we began the scholarship program in 1990, we focused on one goal — providing Coast Guard families the opportunity to send their children to college. Since that time, the cost of higher education has sky-rocketed, making our original aspiration even more relevant for today’s Coast Guard families.

Education - Higher Education Vocational & Trade Education

Rene Hernandez Scholarship Fund

Austin Community Foundation
Private
United States
US $2,000

Rene Hernandez Scholarship Fund

Hispanic graduating seniors in Travis and Williamson county.

Awards

  • (1) $2,000.00
Education - Higher Education Hispanic and Latino Services

YWCA Chester County Fund

Chester County Community Foundation
Private
United States
Unspecified amount

YWCA Chester County Fund

Mission Statement

A primary focus of the YWCA Chester County Fund is to provide scholarships to women, primarily non-traditional students, to continue their education.

Education - Higher Education Women & Girl Services Adult Education +1 more

National Academy of Construction (NAC) Scholarship

National Academy of Construction (NAC)
Association/Society
United States
More than US $7,500

National Academy of Construction

Purpose: The purpose of the Academy is to establish a body of acknowledged construction industry leaders and to provide them recognition through election to the National Academy of Construction. It also offers their collective experience and expertise for the improvement of the industry. The Academy shows recognition to fresh and novel industry achievement with appropriate awards programs. Another important purpose of the Academy is to provide a network system of linkage between past and present participants in the construction industry.

NAC Scholarship

  • Members of the National Academy of Construction (NAC) established this scholarship to provide funding for undergraduate and graduate students pursuing a bachelor’s or master’s degree in construction or a closely related field and who intend to pursue a career in the construction industry.
  • NAC’s mission is to recognize and honor individuals from all disciplines in the industry for their distinguished contributions to the industry and to share this reservoir of expertise as a service to the nation, including service contributions. It is one of the nation’s esteemed construction industry institutions, characterized by its extensive and diverse expertise, proven leadership, and trusted judgment.
  • NAC is committed to diversity and inclusiveness in the construction industry. The intent of this scholarship is to provide financial support for two semesters for deserving students who plan to pursue careers in the construction industry, thus giving back to the profession some of the benefits that its members have received.

Since the scholarship program’s inception in 2020, NAC has awarded 36 scholarships worth over $203,000 to students from across the country.

Only one applicant is permitted from each university. There are no exceptions to this requirement. If more than one application is received from a university, the university will be notified and asked to choose one applicant.

Scholarship recipients will be invited to attend the NAC Annual Meeting. NAC will cover registration for this event and work with the recipients, their universities and others to identify sources of funding to cover travel expenses to attend. Attendance at the Annual Meeting is not required.

Education - Higher Education

Children of Enlisted Member Scholarship - First-Time Applicant

Coast Guard Foundation Inc.
Private
United States
US $2,500 - US $5,000

Coast Guard Foundation

Founded in 1969, we’re a vital partner to the U.S. Coast Guard—tackling the toughest challenges confronting our heroes.

We’re there for members from enlistment to long after retirement, and our work strengthens the entire community. Through close collaboration with Coast Guard leadership, we’re able to respond to new and emerging needs effectively. Our investments support families, bolster unit morale, honor the Coast Guard’s mission at the national level, and more. Every day, Coast Guard members risk their lives to protect our country. When we stand together and show them our appreciation, we can ensure they remain always ready—no matter what.

Children of Enlisted Member Scholarship - First-Time Applicant

Description

Scholarship for Children of Enlisted Coast Guard Members and Retirees.

This application is intended for first-time applicants only.

Support for education is a cornerstone of our commitment to the men and women of the U.S. Coast Guard and their families.

If you are the child of an active duty, retired, or active reserve Coast Guard member you are eligible to apply..

Education - Higher Education Vocational & Trade Education

Evergreen STEM Scholarship

Northern New York Community Foundation
Private
United States
US $3,000

Scholarship Overview

Since 1980, the Northern New York Community Foundation has awarded more than $28 million in scholarships to students from Jefferson, Lewis, and St. Lawrence counties.

Evergreen STEM Scholarship

The Evergreen STEM Scholarship is a $3,000 award for the first year of undergraduate study. Scholarship award decisions will be made in the summer 2026. Scholarship award checks are not presented until summer 2027 as students head to college.

STEM / STEAM Education Engineering Mathematics +2 more

Wapello County Grants for Nonprofits Highlights

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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 Wapello 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 Wapello 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 Wapello 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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