The grants program supports priorities identified by our southwest Iowa residents. Review IWF’s eligibility requirements, learn about our grant application process, and find resources that can help here.
Learn about IWF’s geographic focus, outcome areas, and what types of grants we do and do not fund.
Eligibility Requirements
View timeframes and specific dates for each of our three, annual grant cycles and learn about the letter of inquiry, application, and due diligence process.
Steps in IWF's Process
Learn how our grants workshops and grant resources can help those who are applying and those who have received a grant.
Grant Resources
Ready to apply? Begin your letter of inquiry on GivingData, our grant application portal.
Start LOIReady to manage your grants and organizational profile?
Access GivingData AccountLetter of Inquiry Due
January 1
Completed Application Due
January 15
Notification of Awards
4th Week in March
Letter of Inquiry Due
May 1
Completed Application Due
May 15
Notification of Awards
4th Week in July
Letter of Inquiry Due
September 1
Completed Application Due
September 15
Notification of Awards
4th Week in November
Watch how students from Council Bluffs schools construct a house for a local family thanks to grants to the district and Habitat for Humanity of Council Bluffs.
