Community Development Funding from US Bank Foundation
501(c)(3) nonprofits working on economic and workforce advancement, safe and affordable housing, or community arts and culture in Iowa can apply for the U.S. Bank Foundation’s Community Possible Grant Program. Child care organizations that address work, home, or play needs and advance diversity, equity, and inclusion may be competitive, especially those led by a person of color.
US Bancorp Foundation
Costco Foundation Grants for Iowa Child Programs
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in Iowa that support children, education, or health and human services can seek monetary program funding that may benefit child care services. Focused on community impact, Costco Foundation invites applicants to demonstrate measurable outcomes, community collaboration, and a broad base of financial support for their proposed programs.
Costco Foundation
Creag Foundation Innovation Grants in Iowa
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in Iowa with innovative human services or social problem–solving programs may be eligible for support, including child care services. Creag Foundation supports smaller or evolving organizations developing new approaches to existing or previously unaddressed social issues; applications are by invitation, but qualifying groups can submit a letter of inquiry.
Creag Foundation
Iowa Child Welfare Funding via DanPaul Foundation
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations supporting child care, early childhood development, or broader youth welfare in Iowa can seek program funding that directly benefits children’s health, education, and development. Focused on child advocacy, homelessness, poverty, and environmental education, the DanPaul Foundation offers grants up to US $15,000 for initiatives serving youth worldwide, including Iowa communities.
The Dan Paul Foundation
Draper Richards Kaplan Support for Scalable Solutions
Early-stage nonprofit and impact-first child care or youth-serving organizations in Iowa and beyond can seek up to US $300,000 over three years to scale proven social or environmental solutions. Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation supports ventures serving underserved communities with measurable impact, sustainable revenue plans, and potential to reach at least 10,000 people.
Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation
Iowa Education and Empowerment Funding via Cisco Systems Foundation
Nonprofit and NGO programs using technology for crisis response, education, or economic empowerment, including those serving children and families in Iowa, can apply for Cisco Systems Foundation’s Global Impact Cash Grants, with awards up to US $100,000. Eligible organizations must primarily serve economically underserved communities and keep overhead at or below 25 percent.
Cisco Systems Foundation
State Farm Support for Iowa Community Programs
Educational institutions, government programs, and eligible 501(c)(3) nonprofits in Iowa can seek funding for safety, education, and community development initiatives that benefit local families and neighborhoods. With a mission to build safer, stronger communities, State Farm Companies Foundation provides support for programs like K–12 education, job training, affordable housing, and community revitalization, which may include child care–related services.
State Farm Companies Foundation
Health and Education Funding from Labcorp Charitable Foundation
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in Iowa seeking support for health, education, or community programs can apply for grants that may benefit child care and family-serving services. Focused on health and welfare, education, and community needs, the Labcorp Charitable Foundation supports efforts like food pantries, healthcare access for underserved populations, STEM programming, and healthy lifestyle initiatives.
Labcorp Charitable Foundation
Humanitarian and Education Funding from Roche
Nonprofit, accredited charities running humanitarian, social development, science education, community, or arts projects in Iowa may be eligible for support, with local requests handled by Roche’s affiliate offices. Grants from Roche help child-focused organizations, including those offering child care or youth services, that promote sustainable development and can engage Roche expertise and employees in their programs.
La Roche, Inc.
Iowa Health and Education Funding via Semnani Family Foundation
Nonprofit organizations providing health, education, or humanitarian services can seek support for programs serving marginalized communities, including work in Iowa. Semnani Family Foundation provides Iowa child care and family-serving nonprofits with funding for health care access, children’s health, literacy, and related human and social services that improve conditions for vulnerable populations.
Semnani Family Foundation
Bank of America Foundation Grants for Iowa Communities
With a mission to strengthen communities, Bank of America Charitable Foundation provides Iowa 501(c)(3) nonprofits with sponsorship support for community development, basic needs, and related initiatives. Child care organizations that advance economic mobility, housing stability, workforce education, or diversity and inclusion may be eligible for regional U.S. sponsorships that enhance local social and cultural life.
Bank Of America Charitable Foundation Inc
Child Care Planning Funding from Iowa Economic Development Authority
Applications due Aug 26, 2026
Iowa city and county governments, tribal governments, nonprofits, schools, and higher education institutions can access funding to plan solutions for rural child care needs through the Rural Child Care Planning Grant Program. Iowa child care providers and community partners may benefit from these up to US $20,000 awards, which support professional third-party market studies and strategic planning in eligible rural communities.
Iowa Economic Development Authority
Hansen Family Foundation Support for Youth Programs
Applications due Sep 11, 2026
Iowa nonprofit child care and youth-serving 501(c)(3) organizations can access funding through Hansen Family Foundation to support children’s services, education, and basic human needs. U.S.-based nonprofits with budgets under $1 million and overhead below 25% may receive US $1,000 - US $10,000 for programs that advance life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness, including humanitarian and environmental initiatives.
Hansen Family Foundation
Storytelling Funding from Jesse W Couch Foundation
Applications due Sep 25, 2026
Nonprofit child care and early education organizations in Iowa working within preservation, education, or wellness can seek the Storytelling Grant to share their impact through professional storytelling projects. Iowa child care services may be eligible for more than US $50,000 from Jesse W Couch Charitable Foundation to highlight meaningful community change.
Jesse W Couch Charitable Foundation
Child and Family Services Funding from Robinson Foundation
Applications due Oct 15, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations serving children and families with programs like education, poverty relief, or youth services may be eligible for support, provided they operate below the Mason-Dixon line. Focused on humanitarian, medical, and spiritual assistance, Robinson Foundation invites Southern-region nonprofits whose work benefits child and family well-being to apply; capital projects are not funded.
Robinson Foundation
Community Programs Funding for Nonprofits from Georgia-Pacific Foundation
Applications due Oct 31, 2026
Iowa 501(c)(3) nonprofits, public schools, and local government entities can access funding for education, environment, entrepreneurship, and community enrichment projects that serve Georgia-Pacific communities. Organizations must be within 30 miles of a GP manufacturing facility; child care centers that meet these criteria may be eligible for Georgia-Pacific Foundation support.
Georgia-Pacific Foundation
Iowa Youth and Family Funding via TJX Foundation
Letter of inquiry due Oct 31, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in Iowa supporting basic needs, at-risk youth, or families facing domestic violence may be eligible for program funding if located within 15 miles of a TJX site. With a mission to help vulnerable families and children build better futures, TJX Foundation provides support that may benefit nonprofit child care and youth-serving programs.
The Tjx Foundation Inc
Lawrence Foundation Support for Iowa Programs
Applications due Nov 1, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations, public schools, and libraries in Iowa can seek unrestricted funding for environmental, human services, and related programs, with typical awards of US $5,000 - US $10,000. The Lawrence Foundation supports general operating or project needs, and child care providers whose work fits these priorities may be eligible.
Lawrence Foundation
Max and Victoria Dreyfus Child Programs Grants in Iowa
Applications due Nov 11, 2026
With a mission to strengthen community programs, Max and Victoria Dreyfus Foundation provides Iowa nonprofit organizations with US $1,000 - US $20,000 for youth education, life-skills training, and community-based services. Nonprofit child care centers may be eligible if they are IRS-qualified U.S. organizations and their projects fit the foundation’s program areas.
Max and Victoria Dreyfus Foundation
Basic Needs Funding from Ameriprise Financial
Applications due Jan 15, 2027
Iowa 501(c)(3) nonprofits addressing basic needs, community vitality, or volunteer-driven causes can access funding through Ameriprise Financial to support hunger relief, shelter, housing stability, financial literacy, and adult self-sufficiency programs. U.S.-based organizations serving local clients, showing measurable outcomes, financial stability, and strong Ameriprise volunteer engagement may be competitive, including those offering wraparound services that benefit families using child care.
Ameriprise Financial
Dr Scholl Foundation Support for Education Programs
Letter of inquiry due Jan 31, 2027
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations seeking program funding for education, social services, health care, civic, cultural, or environmental initiatives may be eligible, including those serving child care needs in Iowa. Focused on broad community improvement, Dr Scholl Foundation offers US $5,000 - US $25,000, with a U.S.-primary focus and an annual October–March application cycle.
Dr Scholl Foundation
Iowa Child Care Funding via Iowa Department of Education
Applications due Mar 26, 2027
Nonprofit child care centers, public schools, Head Start agencies, community action agencies, and other public nonprofits in Iowa can apply for funding to provide educational support services for parents of at-risk children from birth to age five. Focused on family support, the Iowa Department of Education backs Shared Visions Parent Support Programs that prioritize families with children ages birth to three.
Iowa Department of Education
O'Reilly Automotive Foundation Child Development Grants in Iowa
Applications due Apr 15, 2027
Nonprofit organizations providing child care or early childhood development services in Iowa can seek project, operating, or capital support that improves quality of life for underserved families. O'Reilly Automotive Foundation supports U.S. 501(c)(3) community nonprofits near its business locations, focusing on economic stability, workforce development, health and social services, and disaster relief, including programs for childhood development and children’s advocacy.
O'Reilly Automotive Foundation Inc
Community Programs Funding from Union Pacific Foundation
Applications due Apr 30, 2027
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in Iowa offering direct services or capacity-building programs can apply for Union Pacific Foundation’s Community Ties Local Grants, awarding US $5,000 - US $30,000. Child care and youth-serving centers may be eligible if their projects advance safety, workforce development, community vitality, or environmental sustainability in Union Pacific–served communities.
Union Pacific Foundation
Chick Fil A Foundation Support for Youth
Applications due May 1, 2027
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations serving children, youth, and families with education, housing, food security, or environmental programs in Iowa and other eligible regions can apply for the True Inspiration Awards, offering US $30,000 - US $350,000 for impactful community projects. With a mission to celebrate community impact, Chick Fil A Foundation provides substantial annual grants to selected honorees.
Chick Fil A Foundation Inc
Iowa Nonprofit Funding via Mutual of America Foundation
Applications due Jul 1, 2027
Nonprofit organizations in Iowa with strong, replicable community partnerships that address significant social issues may be eligible for national recognition and support through the Community Partnership Award. Mutual of America Foundation honors U.S. nonprofits that collaborate with public, private, or social sector partners to measurably improve lives and model effective community-building approaches.
Mutual Of America Foundation