Keep Iowa Beautiful is announcing the deadlines and information for the 2017 grant programs. "This is an opportunity for community groups and organizations to apply for funds, paint and tools to help with beautification and clean up projects," said Gerry Schnepf, Executive Director of KIB. "These grants help build stronger communities by improving the economic vitality and cultural climate of our Iowa communities."
PAINT IOWA BEAUTIFUL
This is the 14th year Diamond Vogel Paint has awarded over 8,000 gallons of paint to 585 Iowa communities. Application process is simple with a letter outlining the project. Details to include in the letter, along with additional information can be found at keepiowabeautiful.com/grants/paint-iowa-beautiful Deadline to apply is February 17, 2017.
YO-HO TOOLS FOR A MORE BEAUTIFUL IOWA
This is the fourth year for KIB to partner with Iowa tool manufacturer Yeoman & Company in Monticello. The grants are for $200 worth of YO-HO Quality Tools to assist community volunteers in beautification and clean up projects. Details on what to include in the application letter, and additional grant information, can be found at keepiowabeautiful.com/grants/yo-ho-tool-grant Deadline to apply is March 3, 2017.
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Keep Iowa Beautiful was established in 2000 becoming the 23rd State Affiliate of Keep America Beautiful. It is a 501c3 charitable organization working with citizens, neighborhoods and communities in improving the economic vitality and cultural health of the state of Iowa. KIB is helping build stronger communities to develop sustainable futures. Please check out our web page at www.keepiowabeautiful.com
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