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…Women’s foundations work … to help guarantee that (women and girls) can achieve economic (and social) balance."
— Stephanie Clohesy, Founder & Donor
The Iowa Women’s Foundation (IWF) is proud to partner with over 100 state-based organizations. Since 1994, $1.68 million has been awarded to 307 programs, benefitting thousands of women and girls in all 99 Iowa counties. Download our Grants at a Glance to see the projects we supported throughout the state of Iowa.
Learn more about the projects we have funded for over 25 years. You can search by year, barrier, or keyword below.
Inmate Art at the Iowa Correctional Institute for Women
Metro Arts Alliance of Greater Des Moines
Inmate Art at the Iowa Correctional Institute for Women aims to give female inmates the opportunity to explore self-expression, learn art techniques and acquire skills in graphic design, framing, and matting.
Living Apart, Parenting Together
Family & Children’s Council of Black Hawk County
Living Apart, Parenting Together aims to stabilize the lives of children who are survivors of domestic violence by developing parenting plans, addressing safety issues, reducing conflict, and increasing child support compliance.
Beyond Welfare Women’s Circles
Beyond Welfare, Inc.
The goal of Beyond Welfare Women's Circles is to establish a support network for women rejoining the community or those at risk for entering the justice system in order to address systemic issues linking poverty, inequality and incarceration.
Empowering Young African American Women
YWCA
YWCA of Black Hawk County aims to develop participants into responsible community leaders by engaging in community service and educational activities targeted to their unique cultural needs.
Girls on the Run
Girls on the Run of Johnson County
Girls on the Run is an after-school program that uses the power of running to prepare 3rd-6th grade girls for a lifetime of self-respect and healthy living.
Iowa N.E.W. Leadership
Women’s Resource and Action Center
Iowa N.E.W. Leadership aims to enrich and encourage undergraduate women during a week-long residential learning experience with the long-term goal of increasing women’s representation at all levels of government.
Justice: Youthful Offender Program
Young Women’s Resource Center
The Young Women's Resource Center's (YWRC) Youthful Offender Program aims to create a new beginning for young women facing legal charges through life-skills education and cognitive-behavioral therapy.
Girls Power
YWCA
YWCA's Girls Power will empower girls ages 11-13 by promoting leadership skill and positive self-esteem through interaction with female ISU students.
Outreach Program for Madge Phillips Homeless Shelter
Waypoint Services for Women and Children
The Outreach Program for Madge Phillips Homeless Shelter will provide a permanent Outreach Specialist to intervene, educate and advocate on behalf of homeless women to promote independent living.
True Colors Music Therapy Project
Iowa Juvenile Home Foundation
The True Colors Music Therapy Project engages troubled girls in music therapy sessions which result in improved behavior, emotional management and overall positive impact on well-being.
