How much funding does BHCGA General Grant Program provide?

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When is the deadline for BHCGA General Grant Program?

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BHCGA General Grant Program

BLACK HAWK COUNTY GAMING ASSOCIATION

Foundation Quarterly Grants for Nonprofits Community Development Grants

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Funding Amount

Varies

Deadline

Rolling / Open

Grant Type

foundation

Overview

BHCGA General Grant Program

Funder: Black Hawk County Gaming Association (BHCGA)

Overview: BHCGA seeks to award grants that strengthen the Cedar Valley, making it a better place to live, work, and play.

Geographic Scope

Primary focus: Black Hawk County (home to Isle Casino Waterloo)
Eligible counties: Black Hawk, Bremer, Butler, or Grundy counties
Allocation limit: Maximum of 10% of annual revenue may be allocated to Bremer, Butler, and Grundy counties combined

Board Priorities

Applicants are engaged in shared funding with others
A significant portion of total project funds are raised or available at the time of submission

Eligibility Requirements

Applicants must be a governmental entity or nonprofit with valid 501(c)3 or 501(c)19 status under U.S. IRS Code
Nonprofit status will be verified through GuideStar or an IRS Determination letter
Applicants may not share or borrow nonprofit status from another organization
Located in Black Hawk, Bremer, Butler, or Grundy counties

Regulatory Framework

BHCGA operates as a Qualified Sponsored Organization (QSO) under rules and regulations set forth by the Iowa Racing and Gaming Commission (IRGC)
May request additional documentation or information as required by state regulations

Contact Information

Email: info.bhcga@gmail.com
Phone: (319) 433-1153
Address: 114 E. 4th St, Ste 300, Waterloo, IA 50703
Website: bhcga.org

How to Apply

Application Process

The grant cycle lasts four months and consists of the following phases:

1. Letter of Intent (LOI) - Submit through online portal
2. Application - By invitation only (for LOIs meeting eligibility criteria)
3. 1st Round Board Review
4. 2nd Round Board Review and Award Decisions

Submission Requirements

All applications must be submitted through the online grant portal (Foundant)
Do not mail or email physical letters to the office
All applications are due by 4:00 PM on the deadline listed in each grant cycle
Letters of Intent and applications must be submitted throughout the online grant portal