RFP FWBPEFS27001 for Iowa Fatherhood Initiative
🏛 Iowa Department of Health and Human Services
✓ Free, no account · Source: IowaGrants.gov · Last verified Jun 30, 2026
Can you apply?
This grant is for nonprofits and agencies in Iowa supporting fatherhood initiatives and family health programs. Organizations must be registered to apply through Iowa WebGrants. The grant funds projects that strengthen father involvement and support healthy family relationships in Iowa communities. Geographic scope is limited to Iowa.
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Program description
FY27 RFP FWBPEFS27001 for Iowa Fatherhood Initiative is a Iowa state grant opportunity administered by the Iowa Department of Health and Human Services. Categorical area: Family Health. Listed on the Iowa WebGrants storefront.
Who can apply
Eligible applicants
Demographic focus
How to apply
Application links
Key dates & requirements
Required documents
- Iowa WebGrants application form
- Project Narrative
- Budget and Budget Narrative
- Proof of nonprofit status or government entity documentation
- Letters of support from community partners
Program contact
- 👤 Kyle Welander
- 📧 kyle.welander@hhs.iowa.gov
- 📞 (515) 369-2803
FAQ
Who can apply for this grant?
Iowa-based nonprofits, government agencies, and community organizations focused on family health and fatherhood initiatives can apply. You must be registered in the Iowa WebGrants system.
When is the deadline?
The deadline is July 10, 2026. Check Iowa WebGrants for any deadline changes or extensions.
What activities does this grant support?
Projects that promote father engagement, family strengthening, and healthy parenting. Specific activities will be detailed in the full RFP.
How competitive is this grant?
State RFPs are typically moderately to highly competitive. Strong evaluation of community need and program outcomes is essential.
What is the funding range?
Award amounts are not yet specified. Review the full RFP for funding details.
💡 Tips for applicants
- Register early in the Iowa WebGrants system to avoid technical delays.
- Clearly connect your fatherhood program to measurable family health outcomes.
- Include letters of support from community partners and local agencies.
- Use Iowa-specific data on father engagement gaps in your target communities.
- Follow the RFP narrative guidelines exactly; state grants are rigid about format requirements.
⚠️ Common mistakes
Applicants overestimate program scale without demonstrating local partnerships or evidence of demand. Proposals lack clear connection between fatherhood activities and family health outcomes. Budgets are submitted without adequate narrative justifying costs.
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