The Linn County Grants support programs and projects that enhance the quality of life and community development outside the metropolitan area in Linn County, Iowa. *

Priority is given to applications from non-metro communities in Linn County.
Capital projects are eligible for consideration.
Priority is given to programs that are well designed, responsive to community conditions, innovative, make effective use of community resources, and test or demonstrate solutions to community issues.
*The metropolitan area consists of Cedar Rapids, Marion, Hiawatha, Robins and Fairfax.

ORGANIZATION ELIGIBILITY
The Community Foundation accepts applications from nonprofit organizations with a 501(c)(3) status, governmental organizations, and non-501(c)(3) organizations that have completed arrangements to obtain a fiscal sponsor.
Organizations based in the Cedar Rapids area may apply for projects benefiting non-metro Linn County with support and partners identified within the community being served.
INELIGIBLE ACTIVITIES
Fundraising events and activities
Re-granting funds to other nonprofits
Religious activities or efforts supporting an organization’s core religious mission – contact the program officer for clarification
Scholarships for primary and secondary education and post-secondary degree programs
Expenses that have occurred or will occur during the grant review process
Travel out of the region
MAXIMUM REQUEST AMOUNT
$10,000

DURATION OF GRANT
12 months