IOWA HEALTHIEST STATE INITIATIVE
AI Summary
The Iowa Healthiest State Initiative is a 501(c)(3) organization focused on promoting health and wellness within Iowa. In 2023, it awarded a total of $15,000 across four grantees, emphasizing a relationship-based approach to grantmaking. This funder does not accept unsolicited proposals and operates on an invitation-only basis; nonprofits interested in engaging with them can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
IMPROVE THE PHYSICAL, SOCIAL, AND MENTAL WELL-BEING OF IOWANS.
Cause Areas
2
Community health care
Public health
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
WAVERLY AREA PARTNERSHIP FOR HEALTHY LIVING
Waverly, IA
$10K
13%
Nishna Valley Family Young Mens Christian Association
Atlantic, IA
$5K
7%
GRUNDY CENTER COMMUNITY WELLNESS INC
Grundy Center, IA
$5K
7%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to IOWA HEALTHIEST STATE INITIATIVE?
No. IOWA HEALTHIEST STATE INITIATIVE does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does IOWA HEALTHIEST STATE INITIATIVE give?
IOWA HEALTHIEST STATE INITIATIVE primarily gives to organizations located in Iowa. These states represent the largest share of the foundation’s grantmaking by dollars awarded. Additional geographic details are available to registered users.
What size are IOWA HEALTHIEST STATE INITIATIVE’s grants?
The largest share of grants from IOWA HEALTHIEST STATE INITIATIVE fall in the above $10 million range. The median first-year grant is about $5,000. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does IOWA HEALTHIEST STATE INITIATIVE make each year?
In 2023, IOWA HEALTHIEST STATE INITIATIVE awarded about 3 grants, totaling nearly $15 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did IOWA HEALTHIEST STATE INITIATIVE fund recently?
In 2025, IOWA HEALTHIEST STATE INITIATIVE awarded grants to about 4 grantees. Recent grantees include WAVERLY AREA PARTNERSHIP FOR HEALTHY LIVING, Nishna Valley Family Young Mens Christian Association, and GRUNDY CENTER COMMUNITY WELLNESS INC. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to IOWA HEALTHIEST STATE INITIATIVE?
IOWA HEALTHIEST STATE INITIATIVE does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.