Edited release
05/13/25
The Johnson County Board of Supervisors is accepting applications for Fiscal Year 2026 Economic Development and Quality of Life Grants.
According to a release from the County, the Board allocates funds each fiscal year to promote economic development in Johnson County and enhance the quality of life for its residents.
Economic Development grants are available for 501(c)(3) and 501(c)(6) organizations serving Johnson County to address:
-Housing and infrastructure access
-Rural economic development
-Agriculture, agritourism and local foods; and/or
-Business and storefront improvement
A total of $105,000 is available for the Economic Development grant program in FY26, with awards ranging from $5,000 to $50,000.
Quality of Life grants provide operational and/or programming support to 501(c)(3) and 501(c)(6) organizations that primarily serve Johnson County. A total of $60,000 is available, with awards ranging from $1,000 to $10,000. Supported projects must be free, open to the public and ADA compliant.
The Board of Supervisors designated this year’s theme as “Community Engagement and Events”. Applicants should demonstrate how they will promote the County’s cultural, ethnic, and historical heritages through the development of festivals, community events, cultural programs and/or tourism projects.
An informational webinar will be held at 1:30 p.m. on Thursday, May 22nd. The webinar will be recorded and made available to anyone unable to attend.
For more information, visit www.johnsoncountyiowa.gov/grants. The application window closes at 4 p.m. on June 6th.