Community Impact Grants
The Community Impact Grants fund nonprofit projects in Jackson County, Iowa, that address critical needs and build organizational capacity through innovative programming and development.
Funder: Community Foundation of Jackson County
Due Dates: June 14, 2024 | June 8, 2026
Funding Amounts: Awards range from $3,500 to $20,000 per grant; typically one-year projects.
Summary: Supports nonprofits addressing critical community needs and building organizational capacity in partnership with the Community Foundation.
Description
Community Impact Grants are designed to strengthen nonprofits working to address critical needs in their communities, particularly within Jackson County, Iowa, and affiliated regions. The program encourages collaboration between the Community Foundation and local organizations to foster a sense of belonging and mutual support. Grants are intended to build nonprofit capacity, enhance services, and help organizations advance their mission for the betterment of the entire community.
Eligible projects may include (but are not limited to):
- Community programming
- Leadership development
- Organization-wide planning and development
- Equity, diversity, and inclusion initiatives
- Network development
- Communications improvement
- Evaluation and learning planning
- Digital and physical security upgrades
The grant process also incorporates coaching and proposal-pitching opportunities to help applicants strengthen their projects and storytelling.
