The Discover Ames Community Grant Program was established to support a wide range of events and activities that are open to the general public.
Donor Name: Discover Ames
State: Iowa
City: Ames
Type of Grant: Grant
Deadline: 10/13/2023
Details:
Grants are awarded annually on the basis of merit as determined by the Discover Ames Grant Committee and administered by Discover Ames.
The purpose of grants purpose to develop events and activities that improve the quality of life for Ames residents and have the potential to attract visitors to the Ames area or enhance a visitor’s experience. Potential grants can be cultural, educational, recreational or artistic.
Criteria
To be considered for funding, events/activities must meet the minimum grant requirements. The review committee will rate applications based on the following criteria:
- Ability to create a positive perception of Ames and improve the quality of life for community members
- Demonstrated enthusiasm and commitment for the success of the event or activity
- Ability to attract visitors or enhance their stay
- Diversity and uniqueness of the event or activity
- Appeal of the event or activity to a broad-based audience
Eligibility Criteria
Applications are accepted from public and private organizations who demonstrate the ability to complete the proposed event or activity. The grant program is designed to encourage wide participation and innovative proposals.
Requirements
- Event/activity must be open to the public.
- Potential Grant recipients are required to complete a Grant Application and submit by application deadline.
- All marketing materials promoting the event or activity must include the Discover Ames logo, telephone number, website and the verbiage “Supported by the Discover Ames Community Grant Program” as appropriate.
- Applicants may request up to 50 percent of the total award in advance of the event/activity.
- A 2023 Final-Report Form must be completed within 60 days after the completion of the event/activity to receive distribution of funds.
- Copies of original receipts are required with the final report.
- Failure to comply with the obligations will prohibit the organization from receiving a grant in the future.
For more information, visit Discover Ames.
