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Community Garden Mini-Grants (Published application round)

United Way of Central Iowa · Closes Dec 18, 2026 · up to $1,500

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Mini-grants for new and existing community gardens in Polk, Dallas or Warren County, Iowa. Nonprofits, schools and government entities may apply; the maximum award has historically varied between $500 and $1,500. Amount: $500 to $1,500 per award. Where: Community gardens in Polk, Dallas and Warren Counties, Iowa.. Published application round: open; opens November 2, 2026; deadline December 18, 2026.

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Ongoing programs

Community Betterment Grant Program

Polk County, IA · up to $10,000

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Grants of $500 to $10,000, funded with Prairie Meadows gaming revenue, for arts and culture, economic development, education and other community betterment projects in Polk County, Iowa. Nonprofits, local government units and public school districts may apply.

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Community Garden Mini-Grants

United Way of Central Iowa · up to $1,500

Program listing

Current application timing and deadline need confirmation.

Mini-grants for new and existing community gardens in Polk, Dallas or Warren County, Iowa. Nonprofits, schools and government entities may apply; the maximum award has historically varied between $500 and $1,500. Amount: $500 to $1,500 per award. Where: Community gardens in Polk, Dallas and Warren Counties, Iowa.. Published application round: open; opens November 2, 2026; deadline December 18, 2026.

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