Community Betterment Grant Program

Prairie Meadows Community Betterment Grants fund small-to-medium sized projects with grants that support qualified organizations seeking to improve the lives of those in their communities.

Geographic Scope: Iowa communities

Focus Areas:

• Arts and culture
• Education
• Economic development
• Human services

Example Funded Activities:

• Funding meals for hungry children
• Building free medical clinics
• Community improvement projects

Funder Information: Prairie Meadows Race Track and Casino operates as a nonprofit organization committed to strengthening and expanding opportunities, infrastructure, and services offered within the community.

Contact:

• Phone: 515.967.8636
• Email: cbettermentgrants@prairiemeadows.com
• Address: 1 Prairie Meadows Dr, Altoona, IA 50009

Application Process

To apply, organizations should:

1. Review the Program Guidelines
2. Complete the grant application
3. Submit required materials including:
   • 501(c)(3) Determination Letter (use tutorial for guidance)
   • W-9 Form (use tutorial for requirements)
   • Project Budget Worksheet (use tutorial for completion)
4. Submit application online through Prairie Meadows online account portal

Resources Available:

• Grant Application Tutorial (video available)
• W-9 Requirements Tutorial
• Project Budget Worksheet Tutorial
• 501(c)(3) Determination Letter Tutorial

Note: Organizations that have started, submitted applications, or are previous recipients can view their Prairie Meadows online account.