Grant Program

Grant applications open mid-March and close the Friday before Memorial Day.

Each year, children’s nonprofits from across the state of Iowa have the opportunity to apply for grants to support program funding related to Variety’s mission of caring for children.

Grant applicants are reviewed for financial stability and each organization is interviewed by a member of Variety’s Board. This ensures a great understanding of the specific request and potential impact of investments into applicant programs. Grant categories include:

Acute: Agencies, primarily hospitals, that provide neonatal, pediatric and youth critical care.

Camperships: Sponsors camps and social activities for children who are disadvantaged or critically ill and children suffering from an ongoing health condition or traumatic event in their lives.

Convalescent: Agencies that provide residential or other services to children who suffer from severe physical, mental or emotional afflictions.