Nonprofit organizations operating in Iowa must register with the state attorney general's charitable trust section and comply with state solicitation licensing requirements in addition to meeting federal IRS requirements for tax-exempt status. Iowa's charity registration process helps protect residents from fraudulent fundraising operations.
Charity Nonprofit locations are available in 66 cities across Iowa. They are spread across 47 counties.
Cities with the highest concentration include Des Moines, Urbandale, Sioux, which typically host large concentrations of nonprofits serving regional populations across health, human services, education, and arts sectors.
Donors in Iowa can verify that a charity is properly registered with the state by contacting the Iowa Attorney General's office or searching the state's online charity registration database before making a contribution.
Charity Nonprofit by Counties
Nonprofits seeking grant funding in Iowa should explore state-level grant programs administered through the Iowa Department of Health, Department of Education, or community services block grant programs. Many Iowa foundations also fund local nonprofits through competitive grant cycles that typically open annually.
Browse Charity Nonprofit by county across Iowa to find the nearest location.