Apply for up to $5,000 in grant funding to assist in the preservation and maintenance of a one-room or two-room country school in Iowa. In addition to preservation efforts, grant funds may be used for historical interpretation or educational activities relating to the school. Priority is given to projects that include an educational component.
- Who: Nonprofits, Governments, Tribes, Individuals, Forprofits
- What: Up to $5,000 with a required 1:1 match.
- When: Applications due May 1, 2023 for projects taking place July 1, 2023 - November 30, 2025
How to Apply
The Country School Grant Program is currently accepting applications. Applicants can access the guidelines and scoring rubric online.
If you would like to schedule a Google Meet or Zoom Meeting with the grants manager, please email her at kristen.vandermolen@iowa.gov to set up a meeting time.
Manage Your Grant
Reporting
Access and complete your Final Report and Payment Form online when your grant project is completed.
Some projects may need to provide a status and budget report on an annual basis. Grantees will be notified of this additional reporting requirement, if applicable.
Logos
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Promotional Information
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