Funding Amount

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Deadline

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Grant Type

Foundation

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Cycle
Monthly
Tracked since
April 2026

From the program guidelines: “Our committee meets monthly to evaluate applications and determine funding based on eligibility and compliance within our donation guidelines.”

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Required status

  • 501(c)(3) tax-exempt status

Other requirements

  • All requests should be made at least 60 days prior to the event or given deadline.
  • Funding must be used to support communities within our geographic footprint.

Not eligible / not funded

  • Not eligible: We are unable to provide support to individuals or GoFundMe fundraisers.

Overview

The GreenState Foundation Grant aims to empower communities through initiatives focused on Financial Education, Housing, and Children's Health. By supporting local 501(c)3 nonprofits, the foundation seeks to enhance financial literacy, provide affordable housing solutions, and promote the health of youth. With a commitment to improving quality of life, the foundation invites grant applications that align with its mission, emphasizing community-driven projects that foster sustainable growth and well-being for all.

Background
Welcome to the GreenState Foundation!
The GreenState Foundation has a vision to provide our friends and communities with solutions to improve financial education, address the shortage of affordable housing, and protect the health of our children.
GreenState’s mission is to improve the quality of life in the communities we serve. We give back by volunteering time and donating funds to support local organizations and charities that allow our communities to thrive. GreenState Credit Union is proud to support a variety of events and programs. Our committee meets monthly to evaluate applications and determine funding based on eligibility and compliance within our donation guidelines.
Financial Education
Education around finance encourages fiscally responsible behavior. We pursue equitable projects and programs that help possess the skills, experience, and knowledge to make informed decisions.
Housing
Being able to afford a safe place to live is a key part of the American dream of opportunity.
Childhood Healthcare
Our children are our future, and we seek out organizations that provide direct or supportive services for their mental and physical health needs.

Eligibility

All funding requests must be from local 501(c)3 nonprofit organizations or schools in the communities we serve and must have a proven record of effective work.
All requests should be made at least 60 days prior to the event or given deadline. Funding must be used to support communities within our geographic footprint.

What Greenstate Foundation actually gave

Source: IRS Form 990-PF, 2024

Grants in 2024
62
Total given
$876K
Median grant
$5,000
Range
$2,500–$75K
  • By dollars: Iowa 93%, Illinois 7%. Top recipient cities: Des Moines, IA; Cedar Rapids, IA; Waterloo, IA.
  • 2% of grants with a stated purpose were for general or operating support.
  • 78% of recipients were new grantees, not repeat recipients.

Example grants

  • Cedar Rapids Public Library Foundation · Cedar Rapids, IA

    Cedar rapids public library - westside branch

    $75K

  • Christian Community Development DBA House of Hope · Waterloo, IA

    100 in 24 of cedar rapids

    $75K

  • Multicultural Family Center · Iowa City, IA

    Incubate bipoc business accelerator

    $50K

  • American's for Independent Living · Waterloo, IA

    Extending hope capital campaign

    $50K

  • Youth Shelter Care of NC Iowa Inc · Fort Dodge, IA

    Gym/rec room addition

    $30K

IRS Form 990-PF, 2024. Amounts as reported by the funder. Full 990 history →

Focus Areas & Funding Uses

Fields of Work

  • Nonprofits
  • Housing
  • Child care

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