The Iowa United Methodist Foundation seeks applications from United Methodist-affiliated groups or nonprofit organizations based in Iowa that are addressing hunger through systemic interventions or programs providing immediate relief from hunger.
Donor Name: Iowa United Methodist Foundation
State: Iowa
County: All Counties
Type of Grant: Grant
Deadline: 10/01/2026
Size of the Grant: $1000 to $10,000
Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned
Details:
Carma Mohler established this fund because she had a passion for feeding the hungry and wanted to alleviate the problem of hunger.
Priorities
Priority will go to projects that provide a systemic intervention, such as:
- Community gardening
- Food or cooking education, such as eating healthy on a budget
- Other food-related projects that reap benefits beyond the term of the project
- Other eligible applications include:
- Food distribution, including pantries
- Meal programs
Funding Information
- Total Funding Available: $5,000 to $7,000
- Grants typically range from $1,000 to $2,000.
Eligibility Criteria
Generally, the Foundation will fund projects that are affiliated with the Iowa United Methodist Church. Eligible applicants include:
- Nonprofit organizations (generally those with a historic connection to the UMC)
- Church groups, including youth groups or social concerns committees
- Informal community groups that work through a United Methodist Church or a nonprofit organization for purposes of the project.
For more information, visit Iowa United Methodist Foundation.
