Linn County Grants
Linn County Grants from Greater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation fund innovative, research-driven projects enhancing quality of life and community development in rural Linn County, Iowa.
Funder: Greater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation
Due Dates: September 12, 2025 | September 11, 2026
Funding Amounts: Up to $10,000 per grant; project period up to 12 months.
Summary: Supports innovative programs and capital projects that enhance quality of life and community development in non-metro Linn County, Iowa.
Key Information: For nonprofits, government entities, or groups with a fiscal sponsor serving rural Linn County; strong equity and community engagement focus.
Description
The Linn County Grants, administered by the Greater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation, support programs and capital projects that enhance quality of life and foster community development specifically in non-metropolitan areas of Linn County, Iowa. Emphasizing innovation, responsiveness to local needs, and effective use of resources, these grants prioritize initiatives that address community issues, demonstrate new solutions, and serve rural or smaller communities outside the Cedar Rapids metro area. Both capital and programmatic requests are considered, with a strong commitment to equity and transparent, community-focused grantmaking.
