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GRANTS DUE IN FEBRUARY

*Check back regularly as grants will be updated as information becomes available*

  • Iowa Energy Saving Loans – A new revolving loan fund that will power energy savings for Iowans by offering low-interest loans for building audits, upgrades, and retrofits that increase building energy efficiency. The goal of the program is to support the Iowa Energy Plan pillar of promoting energy efficiency and conservation. For more information, click here. Applications are due by February 1, 2026.
  • IDOT Rise Grant (IA) – Projects funded by the RISE program promote economic development in Iowa through the establishment, construction, and improvement of roads and streets. The RISE program is targeted toward value-adding activities that feed new dollars into the economy and provide maximum economic impact to the state on primary or secondary roads, and city streets open for public use. For more information, click here. Applications are due by February 1, 2026.
  • Keep Iowa Beautiful Hometown Pride – Hometown Pride empowers Iowa communities to: Enhance community amenities, cultivate local leadership, Foster civic pride, boost economic vitality, and increase collaboration.  Participating towns are provided with five years of funding toward employing a professional “community coach,” who will work with a committee of 5-10 resident volunteers to run a successful community improvement program in each town. Hometown Pride works with your existing organizations and initiatives to achieve shared community goals. For more information, click here. Applications are due by February 6, 2026.
  • Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) Surface Transportation Block Grant (STBG) Program (IA) – STBG provides flexible funding that may be used by states and localities for transportation projects.  The intent of these projects is to preserve and improve the conditions and performance on any Federal-aid highway, bridge, public road, pedestrian/bicycle infrastructure, and transit capital projects.  Each year, approximately $3 million is available in STBG funds for communities within the Sioux City metro area including Sioux City, Sergeant Bluff, Woodbury County and Plymouth County. Applications are available on the SIMPCO website and are due by February 6, 2026. Iowa members only.
  • Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) Carbon Reduction Program (CRP) (IA) – Federal formula program within the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law (BIL) administered by the FHA to help states develop carbon reduction strategies with required input from the MPO.  Projects will follow the CRP goal to reduce carbon emissions on and off-roadways. Funding available for communities within the Sioux City metro area including Sioux City, Sergeant Bluff, Woodbury County and Plymouth County. Applications are available on the SIMPCO website and are due by February 6, 2026. Iowa members only.
  • Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) Transportation Alternatives Set-Aside Program (TAP) (IA) – The Transportation Alternatives (TA) Set-Aside from the Surface Transportation Block Grant (STBG) Program provides funding for a variety of generally smaller-scale transportation projects such as pedestrian and bicycle facilities; construction of turnouts, overlooks, and viewing areas; community improvements such as historic preservation and vegetation management; environmental mitigation related to stormwater and habitat connectivity; recreational trails; safe routes to school projects; and vulnerable road user safety assessments.  Over $300,000 in TAP funds is available for communities within the Sioux City metro area including Sioux City, Sergeant Bluff, Woodbury County and Plymouth County. Applications are available on the SIMPCO website and are due by February 6, 2026. Iowa members only.
  • Downtown Assessment Application (IA) – The Iowa Downtown Resource Center will select up to six communities for a Downtown Assessment in 2025. These on-site visits involve a study of the downtown district followed by a written report detailing recommendations for revitalization. Any Iowa community that’s interested in applying for this opportunity must apply by noon, February 7, 2025. A letter of support from the city is a requirement of the application. For more information, click here.  Applications are due by February 7, 2025. 
  • Paint Iowa Beautiful – Through a partnership between the Keep Iowa Beautiful organization and Diamond Vogel Paint of Orange City, Iowa, groups can receive paint for community enhancement projects and parks. Thousands of gallons of paint have been donated to community groups through the Paint Iowa Beautiful program, which provides paint at no charge to a wide variety of public service projects throughout Iowa. For more information, click here. Applications are due by February 12, 2026.
  • Siouxland Regional Transportation Planning Association (SRTPA) Surface Transportation Block Grant (STBG) Program (IA) – STBG provides flexible funding that may be used by states and localities for transportation projects.  The intent of these projects is to preserve and improve the conditions and performance on any Federal-aid highway, bridge, public road, pedestrian/bicycle infrastructure, and transit capital projects.  Each year, approximately $2.3 million is available in STBG funds for rural areas and communities located in Woodbury, Plymouth, Cherokee, Ida, and Monona Counties in Iowa.  Applications are available now on the SIMPCO website and are due by February 13, 2026.
  • Siouxland Regional Transportation Planning Association (SRTPA) Transportation Alternatives Set-Aside Program (IA) – The Transportation Alternatives (TA) Set-Aside from the Surface Transportation Block Grant (STBG) Program provides funding for a variety of generally smaller-scale transportation projects such as pedestrian and bicycle facilities; construction of turnouts, overlooks, and viewing areas; community improvements such as historic preservation and vegetation management; environmental mitigation related to stormwater and habitat connectivity; recreational trails; safe routes to school projects; and vulnerable road user safety assessments. Each year, approximately $220,000 in TAP funds are available for rural communities located in Woodbury, Plymouth, Cherokee, Ida, and Monona Counties, In Iowa.  Other eligible entities include natural resource or public land agencies; school districts, local education agencies or schools; Tribal governments; and nonprofit entities. Applications are available now on the SIMPCO website and are due by February 13, 2026.

  • FTA Section 5310: Enhanced Mobility of Seniors & Individuals with Disabilities – SIMPCO, acting in its role as the Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO), is announcing a Request for Proposals for the Federal Transit Administration (FTA) Section 5310 Enhanced Mobility of Seniors and Individuals with Disabilities Program. The purpose of the Section 5310 Program is to improve mobility for seniors and individuals with disabilities by removing barriers to transportation services and expanding transportation mobility options within the region. The Section 5310 Federal share of eligible capital expenses is 80% of the net project costs and the Federal share of eligible operating expenses is 50% of the net operating costs. A local match of 20% is required for all capital projects, and 50% of the net operating costs for the operating project. Applications are available on the SIMPCO website and are due by February 13, 2026. South Dakota members only.

  • Civic and Community Center Financing Fund (NE) – The CCCFF program provides grants and state aid for the development of civic, community, and recreation centers. The CCCFF program supports enhances and grows the Good Life throughout Nebraska. For more information, click here. Letters of intent are due by January 15, 2026. Applications are due by February 15, 2026.

  • Better Utilizing Investments to Leverage Development (BUILD) Grant – BUILD grants fund projects that will have a significant local or regional impact and improve transportation infrastructure. For more information, click here. Applications are due by February 24, 2026. 
  • All American City Awards – AAC brings together communities from across the country and provides an opportunity for innovative leaders and passionate citizens to connect with and learn from their peers. The Award shines a light on communities that are working to tackle tough issues and lifts these places up for national recognition. For more information, click here. Letter of intent is due by January 5, 2026. Applications are due by February 26, 2026. 
  • All American City Awards – AAC brings together communities from across the country and provides an opportunity for innovative leaders and passionate citizens to connect with and learn from their peers. The Award shines a light on communities that are working to tackle tough issues and lifts these places up for national recognition. For more information, click here. Letter of intent is due by December 30, 2024, with the application due by February 26, 2026.
  • Iowa DNR Derelict Building Grant Program – Funding to assist small communities and rural counties in addressing derelict buildings through deconstruction, renovation/mothballing, and/or conducting environmental studies. For more information, click here. Applications are due by February 27, 2026.