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Overview

Community Impact Grants

Funder: United Way of Story County Inc (IA, US)

Geographic Scope: Story County, Iowa

Focus Areas:

  • Health

  • Education

  • Financial security

  • Unanticipated, emerging, or distinct under-funded needs
  • Purpose: These grants support unanticipated, emerging, or other distinct under-funded needs that further the mission of UWSC. They aim to empower organizations making a difference in the community and help them enhance programs and reach more individuals in need.

    Priority Populations:

  • Underserved populations

  • Programs focused on United Way of Story County 2025-2030 Community Impact Goals
  • Eligibility:

  • Any nonprofit organization with 501(c)(3) designation

  • Serving Story County
  • Application Timeline:

  • Grants are accepted and reviewed throughout the year (rolling basis)

  • More information about 2025 Community Impact grant cycle posted in December 2025
  • Recent Awards (2024-25):

  • Iowa State University & UWSC - $850 (VITA training)

  • YSS - $960 (Language translation device)

  • Huxley Public Library - $2,500 (Expand project space)

  • Prairie Flower Children's Center - $2,970 (Nature playscape)

  • ChildServe - $5,000 (Kitchen improvements)

  • The Salvation Army of Ames & Story County - $7,500 (Unhoused Community Members Initiative)
  • Contact: United Way of Story County Inc, 315 Clark Ave, Ames, IA 50010 | 515-268-5142 | Website: uwstory.org

    How to Apply

    Application Process

    Status: Community Impact Grant Application Form - Coming Soon

    Timeline: Grants are accepted and reviewed throughout the year on a rolling basis.

    More Information: Contact United Way of Story County or visit uwstory.org for application details.

    Focus Areas & Funding Uses

    Fields of Work

    nonprofitseducationhealth-educationeconomic-servicesyouth-programs

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