Impact Polk is an annual competitive, donor-directed grant program of GiveWell Community Foundation with the goal of addressing community needs throughout Polk County. Impact Polk grants support a broad range of needs, as defined in the United Community Needs Assessment.
Public nonprofit organizations that serve in Polk County and are recognized by the IRS as described in the IRS Code Section 501(c)(3) as eligible for tax-exempt status may apply for grant funding. Please read the Impact Polk Guidelines for more information.
Timeline
The grant cycle for Impact Polk 2026 is as follows:
- October 6, 2025 Application process opens
- November 3, 2025 Applications must be submitted by 11:59 p.m.
- March – June 2026 Final grant award notices sent
Applying
Impact Polk 2026 Guidelines
Before applying, please read the Impact Polk guidelines.
Nonprofit Portal
Apply for and report on Impact Polk funding.
Resources
Tutorial: Nonprofit Portal
How to use the Nonprofit Portal to apply for funding.
Tutorial: Copy Request
How to use the Copy Request feature when applying.
Tutorial: Collaboration
How to use the Collaboration feature when applying.