Ames Grants: 22 Active Opportunities Specifically Mentioning Ames, Iowa

GrantWatch identified 22 active grants that specifically mention Ames in their eligibility requirements, geographic focus, service area, funding priorities, or program descriptions. These opportunities represent a highly targeted subset of the thousands of grants available nationally and throughout Iowa.

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Grants to Iowa Nonprofits for Initiatives to Enhance the Local Community

Deadline: 09/30/26

Grants of up to $5,000 to Iowa private and public nonprofit agencies for initiatives to enhance the local community in eligible regions. Funding is intended to be used for tangible items or to cover soft costs in support of charitable causes. Eligible proposals ar...

GrantWatch ID#: 228670

Grants to Iowa Organizations to Attract Visitors and Enhance the Local Quality of Life

Deadline: 10/09/26

Grants to Iowa public and private organizations for a broad range of activities that benefit local residents in eligible locations. Funding is intended to support events and activities in the areas of education, culture, arts, and recreation. The purpose of the pr...

GrantWatch ID#: 147379

Grants to Iowa Nonprofits in Eligible Locations for Events and Programs that Benefit Residents

Deadline: 11/15/26

Grants to Iowa nonprofit organizations in eligible locations for programs and events that benefit community residents. Priority funding is intended to support programs that have a broad-based appeal to the community and that provide a special community benefit. Fu...

GrantWatch ID#: 148736

Grants to USA Nonprofits in Multiple States for Projects that Provide Community Benefit

Deadline: 04/01/27

Grants to Connecticut, Georgia, California, Missouri, Iowa, and Puerto Rico nonprofit organizations in eligible areas for projects that provide community benefit. The goal of the grant program is to enhance the lives of citizens and animals. This is done though im...

GrantWatch ID#: 170324

Grants to Iowa Residents for Projects to Enhance Local Neighborhoods

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $5,000 to Iowa residents for capital projects that benefit neighborhoods in eligible regions. Funding is intended for permanent physical enhancements. The goal of the grant program is to improve a neighborhood's appearance and promote a greater sen...

GrantWatch ID#: 186485

Grants to Iowa Public and Private Organizations for Cultural, Recreation, Educational, and Ent...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Iowa public and private organizations for cultural, recreation, educational, and entertainment events in eligible locations. Funding is intended for public events that improve the quality of life for local residents, as well as to attract visitors to the...

GrantWatch ID#: 215380

Grants to Iowa K-12 Students for Environmental Protection Projects

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $500 to Iowa K-12 students in eligible regions for environmental protection projects. Funding is intended for projects in the areas of water conservation, waste and energy reduction, employing nature-based solutions, and low-emission transportation...

GrantWatch ID#: 220668

Grants and In-Kind Support to Iowa Property Owners to Promote Recycling

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $5,000 and in-kind support to Iowa property owners for projects to promote recycling in eligible regions. The purpose of the program is to support single-stream recycling programs for residential apartment buildings in the area. Participants will r...

GrantWatch ID#: 227597

Grants to Iowa Homeowners to Offset the Cost of Installing Energy-Efficient Heating Systems

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $4,000 to Iowa homeowners in eligible regions to offset the cost of installing energy-efficient heating systems. Equipment must be installed and functioning prior to the submission of an application. Funding is intended to assist moderate-income in...

GrantWatch ID#: 229722

Grants to Iowa Property Owners to Plant Native Trees

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Iowa property owners in eligible regions to reimburse expenses related to planting native trees. The purpose of the program is to develop the urban canopy that will reduce stormwater runoff in residential areas and protect local water resources. Applican...

GrantWatch ID#: 229848

Grants to Iowa Homeowners, Nonprofits, Businesses, and HOAs to Install Native Landscaping

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Iowa homeowners, nonprofit organizations, businesses, and homeowner associations in eligible regions to install native landscaping. The purpose of the program is to reduce runoff and restore soil quality in residential areas. Applicants must own property...

GrantWatch ID#: 229849

Rebates to Iowa Property Owners for Rain Barrel Installation Expenses

Deadline: Ongoing

Rebates to Iowa property owners in eligible locations to cover expenses related to installing rain barrels. The purpose of the program is to encourage rain harvesting and reduce stormwater runoff. Applicants may apply for up to two rain barrel rebates per property...

GrantWatch ID#: 229850

Rebates to Iowa Residential Property Owners for Rain Garden Installation

Deadline: Ongoing

Rebates to Iowa residential property owners, businesses, nonprofits, and homeowner associations in eligible locations for the installation of rain gardens. Rain gardens capture rainwater from yards, roofs, and driveways, directing it to the soil instead of running...

GrantWatch ID#: 229851

Rebates to Iowa Property Owners for Expenses Related to Improving Lawn Soil Quality

Deadline: Ongoing

Rebates of up to $400 to Iowa residential property owners and rebates of up to $1,200 to businesses, nonprofit organizations, and HOAs in eligible regions for expenses related to improving lawn soil quality. The purpose of the rebate program is to reduce stormwat...

GrantWatch ID#: 229852

Rebates to Iowa Residents for Composting Equipment

Deadline: Ongoing

Rebates to Iowa residents in eligible regions to cover expenses and equipment related to installing composting systems. The purpose of the rebate program is to encourage activities that reduce stormwater runoff and promote water quality. Program participants must ...

GrantWatch ID#: 229853

Rebates to Iowa Businesses to Install Energy-Efficient Air Conditioning Systems

Deadline: Ongoing

Rebates to Iowa businesses in eligible regions for expenses related to installing energy-efficient air conditioning systems. There are rebates to cover a range of expenses, including geothermal and air source heat pumps, central air conditioning, and smart thermos...

GrantWatch ID#: 229868

Rebates to Iowa Commercial Businesses to Install Heat Pump Water Heaters

Deadline: Ongoing

Rebates of $500 to Iowa commercial businesses in eligible regions for expenses related to installing heat pump water heaters. The purpose of the rebate program is to encourage businesses to install energy-saving technologies that conserve energy and reduce environ...

GrantWatch ID#: 229872

Rebates to Iowa Commercial Businesses to Install Solar Panels

Deadline: Ongoing

Rebates to Iowa commercial businesses in eligible regions for expenses related to installing solar panels. The purpose of the rebate program is to encourage businesses to install energy-saving technologies that conserve energy and reduce environmental impact. Appl...

GrantWatch ID#: 229873

Rebates to Iowa Commercial Businesses to Install Electric Vehicle Chargers

Deadline: Ongoing

Rebates to Iowa commercial businesses in eligible regions for expenses related to installing electric vehicle chargers. The purpose of the rebate program is to encourage businesses to install energy-saving technologies that conserve energy and reduce environmental...

GrantWatch ID#: 229874

Rebates to Iowa Commercial Businesses to Install Energy-Efficient Appliances

Deadline: Ongoing

Rebates to Iowa businesses in eligible regions for expenses related to installing energy-efficient appliances. Rebates are available for refrigerators, washing machines, electric dryers, and induction stoves. The purpose of the rebate program is to conserve energ...

GrantWatch ID#: 229875

Rebates to Iowa Commercial Businesses to Install Attic Insulation

Deadline: Ongoing

Rebates of up to $250 Iowa commercial businesses in eligible regions for expenses related to attic insulation. The purpose of the rebate program is to encourage businesses to implement projects that conserve energy and reduce environmental impact. Applicants must ...

GrantWatch ID#: 229877

Rebates to Iowa Residents for Expenses Related to Energy-Efficient Upgrades

Deadline: Ongoing

Rebates to Iowa residents in eligible regions for expenses related to energy-efficient upgrades. Rebates are available for the purchase and installation of appliances, heat pump water heaters, air conditioning, attic insulation, electric vehicle chargers, electric...

GrantWatch ID#: 229881
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