How much funding does Commercial Demolition Grant Program provide?

Commercial Demolition Grant Program provides Up to $5,000 in funding.

When is the deadline for Commercial Demolition Grant Program?

The funder has not published a deadline for this grant.

Who is eligible for Commercial Demolition Grant Program?

Geography: In Palo Alto County.

Commercial Demolition Grant Program

Palo Alto Cty Gaming Develop Corp

Foundation Community Development Grants

Funding Amount

Up to $5,000

Deadline

Deadline not published

Grant Type

Foundation

Can we apply?

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Geography

In Palo Alto County

Other requirements

Purpose: Demolition of deteriorating commercial buildings
Special Consideration: Program acknowledges that older buildings often contain asbestos, which significantly increases demolition costs

Overview

Funder: Palo Alto County Gaming Development Corporation (PACGDC) in partnership with cities in Palo Alto County

Geographic Scope: Cities within Palo Alto County corporate limits

Program Description: Established to offset demolition costs for commercial property owners. The program addresses the presence of deteriorating commercial buildings that adversely affect job creation, economic growth, and community morale.

Award Amount

Up to $5,000.00 towards actual commercial demolition costs

Eligibility

Applicants: Commercial property owners within cities' corporate limits in Palo Alto County
Purpose: Demolition of deteriorating commercial buildings
Special Consideration: Program acknowledges that older buildings often contain asbestos, which significantly increases demolition costs

Funding Source

Funded by the Palo Alto County Gaming and Development Corporation to lessen burden on government

Program Rationale

As explained by Glen Simonson, PACGDC board member: "The presence of deteriorating commercial buildings in a community adversely affects job creation, economic growth, and morale. Oftentimes, these older buildings contain asbestos which can significantly increase the cost of demolition.

How to Apply

Contact Your City Clerk
- Property owners interested in demolishing a commercial building should contact their city clerk
- City clerk will provide additional details regarding the grant program
- Specific application procedures may vary by city
Submit Application
- Follow instructions provided by your city clerk
- Demonstrate eligibility as commercial property owner within city corporate limits
- Provide documentation of demolition costs

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What Palo Alto Cty Gaming Develop Corp actually gave

Source: IRS Form 990, 2025

Grants in 2025: 33
Total given: $2.08M
Median grant: $27K
Range: $7,061–$463K

By dollars: Iowa 100%. Top recipient cities: Emmetsburg, IA; Graettinger, IA; West Bend, IA.
0% of grants with a stated purpose were for general or operating support.
42% of recipients were new grantees, not repeat recipients.