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(Des Moines, IA) -- Governor Kim Reynolds announces 24 nonprofit projects are receiving $40 million in grant funding.
The funds are part of the Nonprofit Innovation Fund, which was announced as a $20 million project in May, meaning the state of Iowa is doubling the investment into nonprofits.
"We received overwhelming interest in this unique grant program which highlights the passion of Iowa’s nonprofits and their positive impact on our state," says Reynolds in a press release. "These grants will invest in innovative projects that will put Iowa’s nonprofits in a better position to serve those in need."
Governor Reynolds says funding will support projects statewide, including the following:
- Cambridge: Youth & Shelter Services has been awarded $3,000,000 toward the development of a youth recovery campus with emergency shelter, crisis stabilization, and residential addiction treatment for adolescents and young adults. The campus will provide a nature-focused setting and trauma-informed care. The award represents 17 percent of the total project cost of $17,992,000.
- Centerville: Centerville Betterment Community, Inc. has been awarded $650,000 for a larger facility to expand services for individuals with mental health and intellectual disabilities. The award represents 50 percent of the total project cost of $1,300,000.
- Cherokee: Centers Against Abuse and Sexual Assault has been awarded $515,295 to repair and update New Leaf, a thrift shop whose proceeds benefit survivors of sexual assault. The award represents 90 percent of the total project cost of $572,550.
- Des Moines: Center at Sixth has been awarded $3,000,000 to purchase commercial space in the 6th Avenue neighborhood for a nonprofit incubator where entrepreneurs from diverse backgrounds will have access to mentors and tools to grow their businesses. The award represents 84 percent of the total project cost of $3,579,876.
Funds must be obligated by December 31st, 2024. More information on the Nonprofit Innovation Fund can be found here.
The $40 million in funds for the project is made possible through the American Rescue Plan Act.