APPLY FOR A GRANT

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In general, the Foundation will support requests that:

  • Enhance the quality of life to the general community or pilot projects.

  • Impact lasting growth to enable projects to demonstrate their potential or enhance services.

  • Position Humboldt County for sustainability & strength for community amenities.


MANDATORY Grant Meeting

October 1, 2026 at 6PM

Location: Humboldt Community Center at 607 1st Ave. S., Humboldt, Iowa

MANDATORY Organization sign up and information sheet pickup


2027 GRANT APPLICATION TIMELINE

  • October 1, 2026: MANDATORY Grant Meeting & Application Cycle Opening.

    6pm at the Humboldt Community Center, 607 1st Ave. S, Humboldt

  • January 8, 2027: Grant Application DEADLINE

    Applications must be delivered by 4:00 pm to Partnership for Economic Growth, 29 5th Street South, Humboldt, IA. If mailed, applications must be postmarked no later than December 30, 2025.

  • January 20, 2027: Committee Meets to Review Applications

  • February 3, 2027: HCCF Board meets to Approve Grant Award Recommendations

  • February 17, 2027: GDMCF Submission and Final Approval

  • February 24, 2027: Notice of Grant Decisions Mailed to All Applicants

  • March 11, 2027: Grant Awards Ceremony

    6pm at Humboldt Community Center, 607 1st Ave. S, Humboldt (Details Will Be Provided to Awardees)

  • September 30, 2027: Grant Evaluations or Extension Requests Are Due

    **The Humboldt County Community Foundation reserves the right to alter the Grant Timeline if necessary.**