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Positive Youth Development Resources

The Iowa Collaboration for Youth Development, the backbone of Iowa's Promise, has identified a number of private and public funding sources that offer grant opportunities to communities for children, youth and family programming. Visit the ICYD Web site for links of state, federal, and private agencies that list grant opportunities.

An email list has been established for the purpose of alerting readers to funding opportunities. The "Grant Update" is a periodic email listing of available public and private grants that come to our attention, particularly those suitable for community-based youth serving organizations and youth-led initiatives. While efforts are made to provide timely notice of many grants, this is not an exhaustive listing of all potential sources of funding. If you would like to be added to the "Grant Update" email list, send an e-mail request to Amy Croll.



Make it Your Own Awards
Do you want to make a difference in your community?  The Case Foundation is looking for inspired individuals and passionate teams who are connecting people to discuss what matters, find smart solutions, and take action.  And they're awarding grants up to $35,000 to help make it happen.  Learn more and Apply Today!   Applications are due August 8.



Iowa Council of Foundations
Various foundations and charitable giving organizations in Iowa are working hard to streamline the generosity of Iowa's citizens. The Iowa Council of Foundations was established in 1998 to lead these foundations and charitable giving organizations in a unified effort to strengthen and promote philanthropy in the State of Iowa.

Visit their website to find out more about joining this statewide network, making donations or obtaining grants or use the on-line membership directory and contact one of Iowa's foundations or charitable giving organizations.


Kohl's Kids Who Care Scholarships
Kohl's department stores are offering youths ages 6 to 18 years old $1,000 and $5,000 scholarships.  The Kohl's Kids Who Care Scholarship program awards scholarships to youths who are making a difference in their communities by volunteering their time and talent.  Kohl's has more than $200,000 to award.  Nominations must be received by March 15 and can be made online by clicking this link: Kohl's Kids.


Iowa Department of Public Health

The Iowa Department of Public Health Web site lists a variety funding opportunities. Please note the deadline, dates, and purpose of each grant.




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