Volleyball Impact in Iowa Small Town Communities

GrantID: 73288

Grant Funding Amount Low: $500

Deadline: Ongoing

Grant Amount High: $2,500

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Summary

Organizations and individuals based in Iowa who are engaged in Non-Profit Support Services may be eligible to apply for this funding opportunity. To discover more grants that align with your mission and objectives, visit The Grant Portal and explore listings using the Search Grant tool.

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Grant Overview

Iowa's target outcomes center on measurable increases in youth physical activity rates within towns under 5,000 residents. Iowa Department of Public Health data records 39% of rural high school students meeting recommended activity guidelines versus 52% in Polk and Linn counties. Volleyball programs address this gap by establishing seasonal teams in counties where no school-sponsored option exists for grades 5-8.

These outcomes matter because Iowa's population density averages 55 persons per square mile outside metro areas, producing long travel distances that suppress participation. Agricultural employment patterns documented by Iowa State University Extension show 31% of rural households with variable harvest schedules that reduce consistent attendance. Programs achieving 70% session completion rates receive continued county recreation funding under existing wellness grant formulas.

Outcome Measurement in Small-Town Iowa Settings

Implementation uses existing high school facilities during off-season months listed in Iowa High School Athletic Association calendars. Partnerships with local businesses follow Iowa's documented Main Street sponsorship patterns, where 22% of rural retailers contribute in-kind goods rather than cash. Data collection requires pre- and post-program fitness assessments using the state's free FitnessGram protocol.

Why These Outcomes Matter in Iowa's Rural Context

Unlike Nebraska programs, Iowa applications must report zip-code level participation to align with the state's existing rural health improvement plans. Mental health outcomes track changes using the Iowa Youth Survey's validated questions on physical activity and mood rather than external scales. Budgets allocate 15% of funds to local travel reimbursement at the state's standard rate of $0.39 per mile to maintain accurate cost tracking.

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