Black Hawk County Gaming Association Grants

From Black Hawk County Gaming Association

The Black Hawk County Gaming Association (BHCGA) is focused on utilizing its revenue within the year it's received, aside from funds designated for reserve or future obligations. BHCGA's mission includes enhancing the Cedar Valley area, making it a stronger, better place to live, work, and play through funding.

Type of Support

Overview

The grant program by Black Hawk County Gaming Association emphasizes funding initiatives that promise to significantly improve the Cedar Valley area. It favors projects that involve: capital improvements for enhancing cities, neighborhoods, and the creation of inclusive spaces; capacity-building efforts aimed at strengthening organizational effectiveness; and collaborative projects that align with broader community initiatives. This reflects a broad goal of fostering a vibrant, empowered, and interconnected community.

Eligibility

Organization's Location
USA
Program Location
Preferred locations: IA (Black Hawk County), All eligible locations: IA (Benton County, Black Hawk County, Bremer County, Buchanan County, Butler County, Chickasaw County, Grundy County, Tama County)
Organization Type
Governmental entities
Nonprofits with IRS 501(c)(3) or 501(c)(19) tax-exempt status
Other
  • Must comply with the Iowa Racing and Gaming Commission regulations
  • Located in Benton, Black Hawk, Bremer, Buchanan, Butler, Chickasaw, Grundy, or Tama counties
  • Primary focus on Black Hawk County due to the Isle Casino location
  • A cap of 10% of funds allocated to the seven counties excluding Black Hawk County, approximating $300,000 annually

Ineligibility

Organizations sharing or borrowing nonprofit status
Organizations with an employee, officer, or director who is a member of the Iowa Racing and Gaming Commission
Requests for endowment funds
Requests for political causes, candidates, or lobbying efforts
Individuals (including scholarships, fellowships, or personal benefits)
Religious workshops, education, or proselytizing
Expenses incurred or purchases made before the award date
Capital requests exceeding 50% of the total project budget
For-profit organizations or those using a fiscal sponsor.
not specified

Submission

Schedule
Step 1: Letter of Inquiry
Application deadlines
Sep 23
Jan 21, 2025
May 22, 2025
Step 2: Full proposal (check website)

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