Chrysalis Community Grants

Chrysalis Community Grants is sponsored by Chrysalis Foundation. Invests in organizations creating meaningful opportunities and measurable impact for girls and women throughout Greater Des Moines.

Chrysalis Community Grants | Chrysalis Foundation Chrysalis Community Grants invest in organizations creating meaningful opportunities and measurable impact for girls and women throughout Greater Des Moines. 2026 Chrysalis Community Partner Grantees Community Partner Grants provide core support to the organizations delivering our mission.

Client Emergency Funds offer nonprofit partners a resource for simple client needs including bus passes, uniforms for a job, or fees for a class. Rapid Response Grants offer funding for immediate - sometimes critical - needs that may hinder the day-to-day work of local agencies. Every Chrysalis funding decision is guided by one question: How can this investment create the greatest impact for girls and women in our community?

Unlike traditional funders, we don't simply write checks, we build stronger organizations and stronger outcomes through strategic partnerships, education, and ongoing support. the foundation for girls and women Learn about our funding cycles, eligibility requirements, and application guidelines before submitting a request. Applications open each September and are awarded once annually through a competitive review process.

Organizations must serve women and girls in Polk, Dallas, or Warren County and meet nonprofit requirements. Need funding sooner? Rapid Response Grants and accept applications throughout the year for urgent needs.

Chrysalis does not provide funding for: Advertising or promotional materials Capital or endowment campaigns Childcare center operating expenses Event sponsorships or fundraising campaigns General operating expenses for disease-specific organizations Political campaigns or activities Programs that conflict with federal, state, or local nondiscrimination laws Programs promoting specific religious beliefs or activities Scholarships, fellowship programs, or tuition assistance Scientific or medical research One-time special projects outside of Chrysalis funding priorities Mission aligns with Chrysalis priorities 501(c)(3), 509(a)(1), or 509(a)(2) status (or fiscal sponsor) Annual Organization Profile completed Serves women and/or girls in Polk, Dallas, or Warren County Agrees to Grant Award Terms and collaborative participation Applications open in September Rapid Response & Client Emergency Funds Applications accepted year-round Designed for urgent or unexpected needs When the Community Grant cycle opens each September, the online application will become available on this page.

Rapid Response Grants and Client Emergency Funds may be submitted at any time through their respective application forms. the foundation for girls and women