Cities, counties, nonprofits and other organizations can apply for Destination Iowa grants from Outdoor Recreation Fund to help communities move forward on transformational, shovel-ready attractions.
Donor Name: Iowa Economic Development Authority
State: Iowa
County: All Counties
Type of Grant: Grant
Deadline: 12/31/2022
Details:
This fund is designed to encourage development and enhancements to outdoor recreation opportunities in Iowa, such as regional trail connectors and major outdoor attractions. There is no minimum or maximum total project cost. Proposals must articulate how the funding will be used to enhance tourism to the region and/or state.
Destination Iowa will provide new opportunities to create and invest in attractions that will raise Iowa’s profile, welcome out-of-state travelers, and increase visitor spending while accelerating tourism’s recovery. It will also spur local economies and contribute to efforts to recruit new members of Iowa’s workforce.
Who Qualifies?
- Applicants will be required to demonstrate how the project will be a draw to people from outside of the local community and/or out of state.
- Applicants will be required to demonstrate that at least 60% of the necessary funding is secured to complete the project at the time of application.
- Eligible projects can receive grant funds up to 40% of eligible project costs.
- Eligible applicants include cities, counties, not-for-profit organizations.
- Applicants must address handicapped accessibility beyond meeting minimum ADA compliance requirements.
For more information, visit Iowa Economic Development Authority.