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Community Betterment Grants is sponsored by Prairie Meadows. Prairie Meadows Community Betterment Grants fund small-to-medium sized projects with grants ranging from $100 to $99,999. These grants support qualified organizations seeking to improve the lives of those in their communities, across categories like arts and culture, economic development, education, and health and human services.
Projects that provide core curriculum enhancements or necessities for students, reach a broad range of students or a specific demographic in need, or involve technology and other enhancements to classrooms and buildings are eligible under the education category.
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Your browsing experience would greatly improve by upgrading to a modern browser . Prairie Meadows | Link to Homepage What is Prairie Gold Rewards? Prairie Gold Rewards Rates Sports Betting - Caesars Sportsbook Race Day Corporate Outings News, Blog & Press Releases As a nonprofit organization, Prairie Meadows supports Iowa nonprofit organizations that support arts and culture, education, economic development, and human services.
Through our grant programs, we continually work to strengthen and expand opportunities, infrastructure, and services offered within the community. We offer three grant programs, read below to see which one best suits your organization. started or submitted a grant application, or is a previous grant recipient, click here to view your Prairie Meadows online account.
We are accepting grant applications now through February 27, 2026. Click here if applying for a 2026 Legacy Grant Click here if applying for a 2026 Community Betterment Grant Click here if applying for a 2026 Youth Sports & Recreational Grant Grant Application Tutorial Please view this important but short educational video outlining key information and tips for completing a grant application.
News, Blog & Press Releases The Legacy Grant program offers funding from $100,000 to $1 million for large-scale projects in central Iowa. This program has significantly contributed to community enhancements, supporting iconic projects like the Principal Riverwalk, Pappajohn Sculpture Garden, Iowa Hall of Pride, and Des Moines Public Library, helping revitalize the Greater Des Moines area.
Community Betterment Grant Program Prairie Meadows Community Betterment Grants fund small-to-medium sized projects with grants ranging from $100 to $99,999. These grants support qualified organizations seeking to improve the lives of those in their communities. From funding meals for hungry children to building an essential free medical clinic, we are proud to help improve the lives of many Iowans.
Youth Sports and Recreational Grant Program Through the Prairie Meadows Youth Sports and Recreational Grant Program, Prairie Meadows seeks to benefit as many qualified youth sports organizations as possible with the funds available. Youth Sports and Recreational Grant requests can be in the range of $1,000 – $50,000.
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According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Qualified Iowa nonprofit organizations (with IRS tax-exempt status or those organized exclusively for the promotion of social welfare as determined by Prairie Meadows), units of political subdivisions, public school districts, or church/religious organizations. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows $100 - $99,999. Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
The published deadline was February 27, 2026, which has passed. Check the official notice for any future application windows before investing time in a proposal.
Community Betterment Grants is funded by Prairie Meadows. Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
This opportunity targets applicants in Iowa. If your organization operates elsewhere, check the official notice for location requirements.
Applications go through the funder's official portal — the Apply Now link on this page goes there directly.
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