The Washington County Riverboat Foundation is seeking applications for its Grant program to provide significant financial resources to non-profit organizations and local governments to complete projects that make Washington County Iowa a better place to live and work.
Donor Name: Washington County Riverboat Foundation
State: Iowa
County: Washington County (IA)
Type of Grant: Grant
Deadline (mm/dd/yyyy): 03/10/2022
Details:
Special Interest Areas
- Community Development and Beautification
- A high priority is given to community development projects that encourage neighborhood revitalization and create more livable neighborhoods. Proposals that improve the quality of life and enhance the image and/or appearance of their communities will be seriously considered.
- Economic Development
- An important goal is to retain or create jobs that will result in increased economic self-sufficiency for area families and residents. The Foundation’s primary economic development role is to serve as a catalyst by building the capacity of the public and the nonprofit sectors to effectively plan and manage economic development projects.
- Education and Arts
- The Foundation has an interest in new and innovative programs that promote life-long learning, academic performance, and workforce preparation. Education and Arts programs that address underserved age groups and serve children from economically and educationally disadvantaged families will be considered.
- Human and Social Needs
- The Foundation places a high priority on innovative programs that strengthen families, address the needs of youth, provide services to senior citizens, and help all citizens reach their potential. The retention of young adults in their communities is an important goal of the Foundation.
Eligibility Criteria
At least one of the following code sections may describe the applying organization:
- IRC Section 170c(2),Section 170c(1) – Governmental units such as cities, counties, schools, community colleges, hospitals, etc.
- IRC Section 501c(3) – Charitable, religious, or educational organizations.
- IRC Section 501c(4) – Social welfare organizations and local associations of employees
- IRC Section 501c(6) – Business leagues, such as Chambers of Commerce
- IRC Section 501c(19) – Veterans Organization
For more information, visit Washington County Riverboat Foundation.
