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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 building

Eligibility

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 application

Ineligibility

Generally Will Not Fund: Existing debt Operating expenses, salaries or labor Consumable items, freight or shipping

What 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.

Example grants

  • Clarke County Conservation · Osceola, IA

    Community Projects

    $30K

  • Leon Chamber of Commerce · Leon, IA

    Community Projects

    $30K

  • Lucas County Fair Association · Chariton, IA

    Community Projects

    $30K

  • Ringgold County Fair Board · Mount Ayr, IA

    Community Projects

    $30K

  • Union County Conservation Board · Afton, IA

    Community Projects

    $30K

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

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