Community Development Funding from US Bancorp Foundation
501(c)(3) nonprofits working on economic and workforce advancement, affordable housing, or community arts and culture in Iowa can apply for US Bancorp Foundation’s Community Possible Grant Program. Organizations based in and serving U.S. Bank communities, especially those led by people of color and advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion, may be competitive applicants.
US Bancorp Foundation
Costco Foundation Grants for Iowa Health Programs
Iowa 501(c)(3) nonprofits supporting children, education, or health and human services can seek monetary program funding through the Costco Foundation. Focused on community impact, this grant may benefit nursing-related initiatives that improve child health, mental health, or human services. Applications are reviewed in 4–6 weeks and must demonstrate measurable outcomes and broad financial support.
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 from the Creag Foundation. The foundation considers invited proposals from smaller or evolving organizations developing new approaches to societal issues, which can include nursing-related or broader health and human services initiatives.
Creag Foundation
Iowa Youth Welfare Funding via DanPaul Foundation
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations supporting youth health, education, development, or welfare can apply for DanPaul Foundation grants, including programs based in Iowa. Focus areas include child advocacy, early childhood development, homelessness, poverty, clean air and water, and refugee enrichment, with awards up to US $15,000 for direct-service and enrichment initiatives for children and youth.
The Dan Paul Foundation
Draper Richards Kaplan Support for Scalable Solutions
Early-stage, impact-first nonprofits and mission-driven for-profits tackling major social or environmental challenges can receive up to US $300,000 in flexible funding and intensive capacity-building support, including in Iowa. Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation backs scalable, systems-focused models that directly benefit underserved communities and can rapidly expand their reach, which may include innovative nursing-related initiatives.
Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation
Iowa Tech-Enabled Social Impact Funding via Cisco Systems Foundation
Nonprofit and NGO programs using technology for crisis response, education, or economic empowerment in Iowa can apply for Cisco Systems Foundation’s Global Impact Cash Grants, with awards up to US $100,000 for innovative, early-stage solutions. Nursing-related organizations serving mostly economically underserved communities may be eligible if their tech-enabled services align with these priority sectors.
Cisco Systems Foundation
Health and Community Funding from Labcorp Charitable Foundation
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations providing health, education, or community services can seek support for programs such as healthcare access, food pantries, STEM education, and preventative health initiatives. Focused on community well-being, Labcorp Charitable Foundation invites Iowa nursing and health-related organizations to apply for grants reviewed each March and September.
Labcorp Charitable Foundation
Michael & Susan Dell Foundation Grants for Nursing
Iowa organizations working on education, health, or family economic stability for urban low-income children can seek project or scaling support of more than US $50,000 from the Michael & Susan Dell Foundation. Eligible applicants include nonprofits, social enterprises, schools, governments, and other institutions serving children and youth in the U.S., India, or South Africa.
Michael & Susan Dell Foundation
Iowa Health Access Funding via Semnani Family Foundation
Nonprofit organizations providing health care, education, or humanitarian services can access funding from Semnani Family Foundation to support marginalized communities in Iowa and worldwide. The foundation backs projects in areas like health care access, women’s and children’s health, and disaster relief, so nursing-related programs serving vulnerable populations may be eligible.
Semnani Family Foundation
Health and Education Funding from Sidney Stern Memorial Trust
Iowa 501(c)(3) health, medical, scientific, and educational organizations can access funding through Sidney Stern Memorial Trust for charitable programs carried out in the U.S. Eligible nonprofits must be tax-exempt under federal law (and California law where applicable), and funds can support broadly impactful services, including nursing-related initiatives that advance general welfare.
Sidney Stern Memorial Trust
Gupta Family Foundation Support for Human Services
Applications due Jul 31, 2026
Non-sectarian human and social service nonprofits helping disadvantaged people become self-reliant can use this funding for poverty alleviation, disability services, and disaster relief work, including programs that employ or serve nurses in Iowa and beyond. Focused on smaller organizations worldwide, Gupta Family Foundation offers US $5,000 - US $250,000, prioritizing strong founder-led leadership and high beneficiary impact.
Gupta Family Foundation
Program Grants for Iowa Nonprofits from Grandon Foundation
Applications due Aug 7, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in the Greater Cedar Rapids, Iowa area can apply for the Carleen and Eugene Grandon Charitable Foundation’s program grants supporting cultural arts, education, and health and wellness. Nursing and healthcare programs that improve health and wellness for those in need in Linn County and surrounding areas may be especially competitive.
Carleen And Eugene Grandon Charitable Foundation
Hansen Family Foundation Support for Community Programs
Applications due Sep 11, 2026
Iowa 501(c)(3) nonprofits seeking support for children, education, animals, environment, humanitarian aid, or arts and culture can access funding through the Hansen Family Foundation. Organizations worldwide that fit these causes and meet budget and overhead limits may be eligible, and nursing-related programs serving these areas may also qualify for US $1,000 - US $10,000.
Hansen Family Foundation
Storytelling Project Funding from Couch Foundation
Applications due Sep 25, 2026
Iowa 501(c)(3) wildlife conservation nonprofits seeking support to tell their impact stories can access funding through the Jesse W Couch Charitable Foundation’s Storytelling Grant. Awards of more than US $50,000 help organizations within its preservation, education, or wellness pillars develop storytelling projects that highlight their real-world community impact.
Jesse W Couch Charitable Foundation
USDA Rural Development Grants for Iowa Facilities
Applications due Sep 30, 2026
Public bodies, community-based nonprofits, and Federally Recognized Tribes in rural Iowa can use this program to purchase, construct, or improve essential community facilities and equipment. USDA Rural Development provides support for projects such as health clinics, nursing homes, hospitals, public safety facilities, and other critical services in communities of 20,000 or fewer residents.
USDA: Rural Development (RD)
Health and Human Services Funding from Robinson Foundation
Applications due Oct 15, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations providing health, medical assistance, or related human services can seek support for programs serving the Southern U.S., including areas below the Mason-Dixon line. Focused on relieving hardship, Robinson Foundation invites established charities to propose impactful projects in areas like medical assistance, poverty relief, disaster relief, and support for children, families, and veterans that may complement nursing-related work.
Robinson Foundation
Iowa Community and Environment Funding via Dudley T Dougherty Foundation
Applications due Oct 31, 2026
Iowa 501(c)(3) nonprofits seeking support for community services, environmental conservation, or peacebuilding can access funding through Dudley T Dougherty Foundation. Grants may benefit nursing-related organizations whose programs advance community well-being, environmental health, or peace-focused initiatives as part of their broader mission.
Dudley T Dougherty Foundation Inc
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 near Georgia-Pacific manufacturing communities can access funding for education, entrepreneurship, community enrichment, and environmental programs. The Georgia-Pacific Foundation prioritizes projects within 30 miles of its facilities that improve long-term well-being and sustainability, which may include nursing-related or health-focused community initiatives.
Georgia-Pacific Foundation
Iowa Youth and Families Funding via TJX Foundation
Letter of inquiry due Oct 31, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations near TJX locations that support basic needs, at-risk youth, or domestic violence services in Iowa can seek program funding through The Tjx Foundation. With a mission to help vulnerable families and children build better futures, the foundation provides grants for basic needs, education and training, patient care, and empowering women.
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, disaster relief, or other community programs, including operating support. The Lawrence Foundation typically awards US $5,000 - US $10,000 and may be a fit for organizations whose work intersects with nursing or healthcare-related services.
Lawrence Foundation
Max and Victoria Dreyfus Community Grants in Iowa
Applications due Nov 11, 2026
Nonprofit organizations in Iowa seeking support for community-based programs can apply for grants of US $1,000 - US $20,000 to fund education, health facilities, cultural institutions, environmental efforts, and social services. With a mission to help impactful programs, Max and Victoria Dreyfus Foundation provides U.S. nonprofits with flexible project or program funding that may benefit nursing-related initiatives within eligible organizations.
Max and Victoria Dreyfus Foundation
Community Vitality Funding from Ameriprise Financial
Applications due Jan 15, 2027
Iowa 501(c)(3) nonprofits working on basic needs, community development, cultural enrichment, or volunteer-driven programs can access funding through Ameriprise Financial to strengthen local communities. Eligible U.S. organizations must align with one of Ameriprise’s three focus areas, demonstrate measurable outcomes and financial stability, and may be especially competitive where Ameriprise employees or advisors are active volunteers.
Ameriprise Financial
Dr Scholl Foundation Support for Nursing
Letter of inquiry due Jan 31, 2027
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in Iowa seeking project support in health care, education, social services, or related areas can apply for Dr Scholl Foundation grants of US $5,000 - US $25,000. Focused on broad community needs, the foundation may support nursing-related programs that fit its health care and human services priorities.
Dr Scholl Foundation
O'Reilly Automotive Foundation Community Grants in Iowa
Applications due Apr 15, 2027
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations improving community quality of life in Iowa can seek project, operating, or capital support for economic stability, workforce development, health and social services, or disaster relief. O'Reilly Automotive Foundation supports U.S. community-based programs, so Iowa groups with nursing or health-related services for underserved people may be eligible.
O'Reilly Automotive Foundation Inc
Chick Fil A Foundation Support for Youth Programs
Applications due May 1, 2027
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations running youth education, housing, hunger, or environmental programs in Iowa and across the U.S. can apply for Chick Fil A Foundation’s True Inspiration Awards, offering US $30,000 - US $350,000 for impactful community projects. Nursing-related nonprofits serving underserved youth and families may be eligible if their programs fit these focus areas.
Chick Fil A Foundation Inc
Iowa Community Partnership Funding via Mutual of America Foundation
Applications due Jul 1, 2027
Nonprofit organizations in Iowa with strong community partnerships addressing significant social issues may be eligible for the Mutual of America Foundation Community Partnership Award, a national U.S. competition. This award recognizes exemplary cross-sector collaborations that improve lives, can be replicated elsewhere, and model effective partnership approaches that nursing-related initiatives may leverage.
Mutual Of America Foundation