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The Youth Recreational Program is a grant from Roy J. Carver Charitable Trust that funds the construction or renovation of athletic facilities on school or municipal property for youth in eastern Iowa and western Illinois. Supported projects have included running tracks, soccer fields, and baseball diamonds.
Grants provide no more than 25% of total project costs, up to a maximum of $25,000. Priority counties in Iowa are Muscatine, Cedar, Louisa, and Scott; in Illinois, Rock Island and Mercer. At least 50% of total project costs must be secured locally before application, and projects outside the priority area may be considered on a case-by-case basis.
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Youth Recreational Program - Roy J. Carver Charitable "Mindful of all that I have received from society, it has been my long-cherished aim to devote a significant portion of my estate to charitable, educational and scientific purposes. ” Roy J.
Carver Elementary and Secondary Education Medical and Scientific Research Youth Services and Recreation Iowa Public Library Grant Award Program Youth Recreational Program Carver Statewide Scholarship Program Participating Institutions Youth Recreational Program Since 1995, the Trust has supported a limited number of youth recreational projects within eastern Iowa and western Illinois.
Efforts receiving Trust support have typically involved the construction or renovation of athletic facilities situated on school or municipal property, such as running tracks, soccer fields and baseball diamonds, among others.
However, it should be noted that the Trust does not generally provide funding to support school-based playground initiatives, unless they are represented as part of a Trust-initiated program, involving multiple sites throughout a region of the state.
Youth Recreational Program Guidelines Grants to communities for recreational projects and related activities for youth will be given priority in the counties of Muscatine, Cedar, Louisa and Scott in Iowa, as well as Rock Island and Mercer Counties in Illinois. Such grants will generally provide no more than 25% of total project costs, or $25,000 maximum.
Projects that include strong local funding and volunteer support will be given preference. At least 50% of total project costs must be raised before the Trust considers an application. Exceptions may be made as circumstances dictate.
Recreational projects outside the above areas will continue to be considered on a case-by-case basis. Roy J. Carver Charitable Trust Supports biomedical and scientific research, scholarships, and programs addressing the educational and recreational needs of youth.
Elementary and Secondary Education Medical and Scientific Research Youth Services and Recreation Iowa Public Library Grant Award Program Youth Recreational Program Carver Statewide Scholarship Program Roy J. Carver Charitable Trust
Scoring criteria used to review proposals for this grant.
Based on current listing details, eligibility includes: 501(c)(3) organizations or local governments in priority counties of eastern Iowa and western Illinois; at least 50% of costs must be raised locally before applying. Applicants should confirm final requirements in the official notice before submission.
Current published award information indicates Up to $25,000 or 25% of total project costs Always verify allowable costs, matching requirements, and funding caps directly in the sponsor documentation.
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Carver Statewide Scholarship Program is a scholarship from the Roy J. Carver Charitable Trust that funds Iowa college students who have demonstrated financial need and faced significant social or economic barriers in pursuing higher education. Awards of approximately $6,600 at public universities and $8,800 at private colleges are available to sophomore students entering their junior year in the fall. Eligible applicants must be U.S. citizens, Iowa high school graduates or five-year Iowa residents, enrolled at a participating Iowa four-year institution, and maintain a minimum 2.8 GPA. The 2026 deadline is April 1.
Iowa Public Library Grant Award Program is sponsored by Roy J Carver Charitable Trust. Provides support for the establishment, expansion, and enhancement of community-based library facilities and services in Iowa, with a focus on capital needs, technology infrastructure, and youth patronage. Geographic focus: Iowa Focus areas: Community Libraries, Education, Infrastructure