SCICF: Union County Grants
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foundation
Overview
SCICF: Union County Grants
Status: ACTIVE
Funder: South Central Iowa Community Foundation
Last Updated: February 13, 2026
Summary
The South Central Iowa Community Foundation has been enhancing the quality of life in Union County since 1993. This private foundation supports charitable initiatives by providing funding to 501(c)(3) organizations and government units. They prioritize community projects, endowment building, and responsible stewardship of donations. Eligibility includes organizations operating in Union County, with restrictions on funding for existing debts and operating expenses. Their mission is to empower donors in their philanthropic efforts.Overview
South Central Iowa Community Foundation Since 1993, area residents have been turning to the South Central Iowa Community Foundation to make their philanthropic giving as effective as possible. We are a public charity serving thousands of people who share a common concern-improving the quality of life in Clarke, Decatur, Lucas, Ringgold and Union Counties in South Central Iowa. Union County Since 1993, area residents have been turning to the South Central Iowa Community Foundation to make their philanthropic giving as effective as possible. Mission To contribute to a better life for the people of Union County by helping donors carry out their charitable intent and by providing responsible stewardship of gifts for community purposes. Types of Grants Projects or programs Endowment buildingEligibility
You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. Eligibility to Apply for Funding: 501(c)(3) tax-exempt, nonprofit organizations. 170(c)(1) component units of government organizations (Fire Dept., Ambulance, Libraries, Parks, etc.) Organizations providing services within Union County. If you are not a 501(c)(3) or a 170(c)(1), you must align yourself with a fiscal sponsor. The Final Report for all previous grants must be on file prior to submitting a new grant applicationIneligibility
Generally Will Not Fund: Existing debt Operating expenses, salaries or labor Consumable items, freight or shippingWhat South Central Iowa Community Foundation actually gave
Source: IRS Form 990, 2024
- Grants in 2024
- 21
- Total given
- $367K
- Median grant
- $13K
- Range
- $6,520–$30K
- By dollars: Iowa 98%, Missouri 2%. Top recipient cities: Mount Ayr, IA; Creston, IA; Afton, IA.
- 0% of grants with a stated purpose were for general or operating support.
- 14% of recipients were new grantees, not repeat recipients.
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$30K
Union County Conservation Board · Afton, IA
Community Projects
$30K
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