Iowa Farm Bureau Sponsorships Grant
Funding Amount
Varies
Deadline
Rolling / Open
Grant Type
Foundation
Can we apply?
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Eligible organizations
- Must be nonprofit organizations with 501(c)(3) status
Required status
- 501(c)(3) tax-exempt status
Not eligible / not funded
- Not eligible: Projects outside Iowa
- Not eligible: Political entities
- Not eligible: Construction projects
- Not eligible: Iowa Farm Bureau does not accept sponsorship and/or donation applications for the following:Organizations, projects or programs outside of the state of IowaPolitical parties, campaigns, candidates or partisan organizations.
- Not eligible: Sectarian or denominational religious groups.
- Not eligible: Purchase of tickets or items for any fundraising event.
- Not eligible: Dues or memberships.
- Not eligible: Incomplete applications
Overview
The Iowa Farm Bureau offers sponsorships to support events and fundraisers across Iowa, focusing on agriculture, rural communities, and education. Their priorities include promoting health and wellness, fostering youth leadership, and enhancing the viability of farm families. Eligible applicants must be nonprofit organizations with 501(c)(3) status. However, they do not fund projects outside Iowa, political entities, or construction projects. This initiative aims to strengthen community ties and nurture future agricultural leaders.
Iowa Farm Bureau is proud to provide support for events and fundraisers through sponsorships and donations in the State of Iowa.
Our Giving Priorities
Agriculture – Iowa Farm Bureau Federation is committed to supporting the long-term viability of agriculture, entrepreneurs and rural communities across the state of Iowa. We support programs and organizations that understand and contribute to the value of Iowa agriculture and its future.
Farm Families and their Communities – As a grassroots organization, our sustainability is in our membership, and our goal is to develop and engage the best agricultural leaders across Iowa. We contribute to programs and initiatives that invest in and emphasize support for our member farmers and their families to lead a growing and prosperous Iowa.
Youth and Education – In an effort to create opportunities to develop individuals with great character, a strong work ethic and exceptional leadership skills, Iowa Farm Bureau embraces organizations that prepare the next generation of agricultural innovators.
Health and Wellness – Promoting quality health care and healthy lifestyles is a priority as we continue to protect the livelihood and futures in the communities we serve. Our goal is to give back to organizations that protect and prepare our communities for an enduring future.
Eligibility
Applicants must represent a nonprofit, tax-exempt organization that has received 501(c)(3) status from the IRS.
Ineligibility
Iowa Farm Bureau does not accept sponsorship and/or donation applications for the following:Organizations, projects or programs outside of the state of IowaPolitical parties, campaigns, candidates or partisan organizationsConstruction projectsSectarian or denominational religious groupsPurchase of tickets or items for any fundraising eventDues or membershipsIncomplete applications
What Iowa Farm Bureau Federation actually gave
Source: IRS Form 990, 2024
- Grants in 2024
- 114
- Total given
- $2.5M
- Median grant
- $17K
- Range
- $5,189–$163K
- By dollars: Iowa 98%, Georgia <1%, District of Columbia <1%. Top recipient cities: Ames, IA; Hiawatha, IA; Iowa City, IA.
- 0% of grants with a stated purpose were for general or operating support.
- 7% of recipients were new grantees, not repeat recipients.
Example grants
Iowa State University Foundation · Ames, IA
Ag program contribution
$163K
Iowa 4-H Foundation · Ames, IA
Partnership contributions
$102K
Iowa College Access Network · Hiawatha, IA
Targeted programs contribution
$25K
American Cancer Society · Atlanta, GA
Sponsor coaches vs cancer
$20K
Iowa Sports Foundation · Ames, IA
Youth wellness contribution
$20K
Focus Areas & Funding Uses
Fields of Work
- Nonprofits
- Agriculture
- Youth programs
- Wellness
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