April

- Women's Giving Circle Grant. The Women’s Giving Circle makes grants to nonprofits to support projects or programs that help women/children the organization serves to gain self-sufficiency and/or significantly address barriers to opportunity for women/children. Due April 1.

- Iowa Thriving Communities. Iowa Finance Authority (IFA) and Iowa Economic Development Authority (IEDA) introduce the second annual Iowa Thriving Communities designation to elevate best practices from communities that are going above and beyond to leverage innovative methods to attract housing opportunities for their workforce. April 3: Pre-Application Deadline - Applications must be submitted by 4:30 p.m. June 5: Full Applications due from invited communities - Applications must be submitted by 4:30 p.m.

- Foundation of Cornerstone Communities. Do you have a project in your community that needs funding, or maybe a great idea or initiative that will enhance the health of your community? The Foundation partners with visionary leaders in all communities served by GMHC on initiatives that align with the FCC mission of creating healthy and vibrant todays, local projects that keep our communities healthy and strong. Grant requests up to $1,000. (Delaware County only) Due April 15.

- The DRA Mission Grant program is designed for bold ideas that have the potential to create transformational change and advance People Attraction - driving population growth, retention, and tourism. Requests from $50,000 or more will be accepted. Preference given to projects that strengthen organizations through capacity building. 2026 Grants Available: Monday, April 6 - Friday, April 17.

- NEA Art Project Grant. Art Project Grants are for artists and organizations to create opportunities for Iowans to access and engage with high quality arts and cultural projects. Types of eligible projects include community events, performances, exhibitions, festivals or workshops dedicated to arts related activities. Grant projects may represent a phase of a larger project with a longer timeline. Spring round due April ##.

- Havlife Tri-States Grants. HAVlifeTM grants to other 501(c)3 organizations to support youth in the community in activities related to arts, music and athletics. Due last Monday in April (Recognition at Brew-Off)