IOWAccess Program FY26
🏛 Iowa Administrative Services
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Can you apply?
This grant is for state, county, and local government agencies in Iowa seeking funding for electronic government projects.
Applicants must be a State of Iowa agency, county government, or local government entity. The proposed project must align with the agency's mission and provide electronic access to government information or transactions.
Projects must benefit Iowa citizens and provide a public service. Agencies can partner with nonprofits for website management, but the government remains responsible for content. The state retains ownership or receives a permanent license for final products.
Projects may be shared with other Iowa political subdivisions after completion.
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Program description
The purpose of the IOWAccess Revolving Fund is to create and provide a service to Iowa’s citizens that will serve as a gateway for one-stop electronic access to governmental information, transactions, and services at state, county, or local levels. In this role, the fund supports agency proposals for funding of electronic projects. The IOWAccess Revolving Fund has been and continues to be an important funding source for a variety of e-Government projects, from licensing services to providing website accessibility training for agency employees. To seek IOWAccess funds the following guidelines apply: The request must be made by a State of Iowa, county, or local government agency The request must meet the mission of the government The proposed project must provide a benefit to the state and provide a service to the citizens of Iowa The proposed project must provide electronic access to government information or transactions whether federal, state or local The government agency can outsource management of the website to a non-profit organization, but the agency is ultimately responsible for the information contained therein The proposed project, once completed, can be shared with and used by other political subdivisions of the state, as appropriate The state retains ownership of any final product or is granted a permanent license to the use of the product.
Who can apply
Eligible applicants
How to apply
Application links
Required documents
- Project narrative describing electronic service or information access
- Agency mission statement and how project aligns
- Project budget and timeline
- Details on state ownership/licensing of final product
- Partnership agreements (if using nonprofit vendor)
Program contact
- 👤 Jake Holmes
- 📧 jake.holmes@dom.iowa.gov
- 📞 (515) 423-4787
FAQ
Who can apply for IOWAccess funds?
State of Iowa agencies, counties, and local governments can apply. Nonprofits cannot apply directly but may partner with eligible government agencies.
What types of projects are funded?
Electronic government projects that provide citizens access to information or services. Examples include licensing portals and website accessibility training.
Is there cost-sharing required?
No. The IOWAccess Revolving Fund does not require applicants to provide matching funds.
Can a government agency work with a nonprofit?
Yes. Agencies can outsource website management to nonprofits, but the government agency remains responsible for content and compliance.
Who owns the final product?
The state of Iowa retains ownership or receives a permanent license for all completed projects.
💡 Tips for applicants
- Clearly explain how your project provides electronic access to government services or information for Iowa citizens.
- Show that the project aligns with your agency's mission and serves a public benefit.
- Plan for project shareability with other Iowa political subdivisions to increase competitiveness.
- Document any partnership agreements with nonprofits, clarifying roles and content responsibility.
- Ensure compliance with state data ownership and licensing requirements in your proposal.
⚠️ Common mistakes
Proposing projects that don't provide electronic access to government services. Failing to demonstrate clear public benefit or mission alignment. Not addressing content ownership and state licensing requirements upfront.
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