The City of Iowa City is now accepting applications from non-profit organizations to undertake public services, public facility improvements, and affordable rental acquisition projects serving low-to-moderate-income residents in 2027 through the CDBG and Non-Legacy Aid to Agency Grant Programs.
Donor Name: City of Iowa City
State: Iowa
City: Iowa City
Type of Grant: Grant
Deadline: 01/30/2026
Size of the Grant: $10,000 to $100,000
Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned
Details:
Types of Grants
- Community Development Block Grant funds
- The Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program helps develop viable urban communities by providing decent affordable housing, suitable living environments, and expanding economic opportunities, principally for households that meet income eligibility guidelines. The program is funded by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) and is subject to federal requirements.
- The City expects about $440,000 in CDBG funds to be available for the following purposes:
- $150,000 is available for public facility improvements. A public facility must be open to the public during normal working hours and primarily serve households that meet income eligibility guidelines established by HUD.
- $290,000 is available for acquisition of housing to be utilized as affordable rental units for households that meet income eligibility guidelines established by HUD.
- Non-Legacy Aid to Agencies funds
- Non-Legacy Aid to Agencies (formerly “Emerging Agencies”) funding provides flexible operational funds for non-profits providing public services to Iowa City residents with low-to-moderate income. The City expects approximately $30,000 to be available for non-profit agencies not currently receiving Legacy Aid to Agencies funding. To be considered for funding, proposals must address one of the following community-identified priorities:
- Homeless and Shelter Services
- Food Insecurity
- Healthcare (includes mental and behavioral health)
- Childcare and Youth Services
- Housing Stability Services
- Transportation
- Non-Legacy Aid to Agencies (formerly “Emerging Agencies”) funding provides flexible operational funds for non-profits providing public services to Iowa City residents with low-to-moderate income. The City expects approximately $30,000 to be available for non-profit agencies not currently receiving Legacy Aid to Agencies funding. To be considered for funding, proposals must address one of the following community-identified priorities:
There will be additional prioritization for agencies serving populations with high barriers to accessing services. Each agency is eligible to apply for up to $15,000. If awarded, the minimum grant amount is $5,000.
For more information, visit City of Iowa City.
