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Daisy Brand to invest $626.5 million in Iowa expansion
IEDA Board approves assistance for two established companies
Entrepreneurial service provider and tourism destinations awarded grants
2024 Main Street Iowa Development Awards Honor Outstanding Achievements
Award Winning Projects, Entrepreneurs and Volunteers Honored
Nearly $3.4 million in CAT and Sports Tourism grants awarded to 11 communities
$125,000 in Certified Local Government Grants Awarded to Nine Iowa Communities
Projects will enhance historic preservation efforts across the state.
IEDA Board approves assistance for four established companies
SSBCI innovation funding awarded to four startups
Iowa Tourism Organizations, Individuals Receive Awards at 2024 Conference
Waterloo West High School student wins Poetry Out Loud state contest
$400,000 CAT grant awarded to Cedar Falls
2024 Iowa Travel Guide Now Available
Secretary Naig Leads Trade Mission to Mexico
Visit aimed at increasing Iowa exports of manufactured products and agricultural goods
IEDA Board approves assistance for two established companies
Marshalltown Industrial Site achieves certification status
More than $350,000 awarded in CAT grants to two projects
IEDA Butchery Innovation and Revitalization Grant Program set to open next application round February 1, 2024
IEDA Board approves assistance for six startups in Iowa
IEDA to Collaborate with Iowa International Center on Partner States Program
Nearly $1.8 million awarded in CAT and Sports Tourism grants
45 Organizations Receive Nearly $400,000 in Iowa Tourism Grants
IEDA Board approves assistance for three established companies
More than $1.9 million awarded in CAT and Sports Tourism grants
Deputy Secretary of Ag Grant Menke, IEDA Lead Ag Trade Mission to Colombia
IEDA Board approves assistance for newly formed company, two startups in Iowa
SSBCI funding awarded to innovation startup
City of Cascade to Celebrate Small Businesses through New Downtown Mural
Ribbon Cutting Recognizes #IowansUnite Video Contest Winner
IEDA Awards $25 Million in Tax Credits to Iowa Historic Preservation Projects
10 Communities Receive $925,000 in Main Street Iowa Challenge Grants
Projects will leverage private investments to revitalize downtowns across the state
Gov. Reynolds announces $6.5M in new round of Destination Iowa funding for tourism and quality of life
Governor Reynolds, IEDA Award $470,000 to Advance Rural Development
Governor signs Executive Order to update Empower Rural Iowa Initiative
Enhance Iowa Board awards more than $400,000 in CAT grants to two projects
Shop Iowa E-commerce Platform Announces Second Annual Day of Special Deals to Show Support for Iowa Small Businesses
Iowa Energy Center Board awards nearly $1.6 million in energy grants
IEDA Board approves assistance for two established companies, two startups in Iowa
Iowa Tourism Office Launches Fall/Winter Travel Guide
Gov. Reynolds Announces Awards to Combat Food Insecurity at Hunger Summit
Gov. Reynolds and Iowa Economic Development Authority announce $1.4 million in grant awards
IEDA Board approves assistance to 3M Company
Gov. Reynolds Announces awards for workforce housing projects across Iowa
Tangles Salon in Keokuk wins Statewide Open 4 Business Pitch Contest
Five Iowa Businesses Take Home Awards
IEDA Board approves assistance for four established companies and five startups in Iowa
SSBCI funding awarded to imaging intelligence company
IEDA Board approves assistance for three established companies, awards for entrepreneurial service providers
Second Bondurant site recognized as an Iowa Certified Site
Enhance Iowa Board awards $790,000 CAT grant to Bettendorf
Gov. Reynolds announces $5M investment to Help Boost Food Bank Capacity
IEDA approves assistance for four innovation startups in Iowa
Gov. Reynolds, Lt. Gov. Gregg announce grant awards to launch Iowa United First Aid pilot program in three counties
IEDA Board approves assistance for an established company and four startups in Iowa
Enhance Iowa Board awards more than $1.8 million in CAT and Sports Tourism grants to six projects
In Honor of National Small Business Month, Gov. Reynolds Announces Community Contest to Showcase Support for Iowa’s Small Businesses
Video contest gives communities a chance to win custom mural
Main Street Iowa Development Awards Celebration Honors Outstanding Achievements
IEDA Board approves assistance for three companies in Iowa, awards for service providers supporting rural entrepreneurs
Iowa, Nebraska, Missouri Partner for Application to Create Clean Hydrogen Hub
IEDA approves assistance for three innovation startups in Iowa
Enhance Iowa Board awards $17.75 million in CAT and Sports Tourism grants to 20 projects
Secretary Mike Naig, IEDA Led Trade Mission to Vietnam, Philippines
IEDA awards $25.4 million in credits to Iowa historic preservation projects
Iowa Tourism Organizations, Individuals Receive Awards at 2023 Conference
IEDA Board approves assistance for two established companies, four startups and a reinvestment district plan
Spring/Summer Iowa Travel Guide Now Available
Enhance Iowa Board awards $1 million CAT grant to Waterloo
Iowa Energy Center Board opens grant program funding, approves awards for infrastructure projects
Secretary Mike Naig, IEDA Leading Trade Mission to Japan, South Korea
Visit includes Iowa Agriculture & BBQ Day celebration in Japan
IEDA Board approves assistance for three companies in Iowa
IEDA approves assistance for three innovation startups in Iowa
Governor Reynolds, IEDA Announce $2 Million in Manufacturing 4.0 Funding
IEDA Board approves assistance for three established companies and three startups in Iowa
33 Organizations Receive Nearly $300,000 in Iowa Tourism Grants
IEDA Board approves assistance to two companies
West Viking Road Industrial Park in Cedar Falls recognized as an Iowa Certified Site
Enhance Iowa Board awards more than $200,000 CAT grant
IEDA Board approves assistance for five established companies and two startups in Iowa
10 Communities Receive $934,430 in Main Street Iowa Challenge Grants
Projects will leverage private investments to revitalize downtowns across the state
IEDA Board approves assistance to two companies
City of Washington to Celebrate Small Businesses and New Downtown Mural
Event to Recognize #IowansUnite Video Contest Winner
Iowa Economic Development Authority Awards $3.3 Million to Nine Communities for Water Infrastructure Projects
IEDA announces $96 million investment in Iowa's small businesses and entrepreneurs
IEDA Butchery Innovation and Revitalization Program set to accept applications November 1, 2022
Enhance Iowa Board awards more than $1 million in CAT and Sports Tourism grants
SHOP IOWA DAY IS COMING!
Statewide e-commerce marketplace announces October 12 as special deals day to encourage shopping from Iowa small businesses ahead of holiday season
IEDA awards $35 million in credits to Workforce Housing Tax Credit projects
IEDA Board approves assistance for two established companies and four startups in Iowa
Iowa Tourism Office Launches Redesigned Website, Latest Travel Guide
Revamped site, guide offer fresh inspiration for Iowa travel
Enhance Iowa Board awards $775,000 in CAT grants to Akron, Audubon
IEDA awards $19 million in credits to Iowa historic preservation projects
Iowa Energy Center board awards $1 million in energy grants, one energy infrastructure loan
Mills Crossing certified as Iowa’s newest mega site in Western Iowa
Albia, Monticello Join Prestigious Main Street Iowa Program
Hardware Hank in Le Mars wins Statewide Open 4 Business Pitch Contest
Five Iowa Businesses Take Home Awards
IEDA Board approves assistance for an established company, four startups and a reinvestment district plan
Enhance Iowa Board awards Sports Tourism grants to Des Moines and Bettendorf
IEDA Board approves assistance for six companies, award for a service provider supporting entrepreneurs
IEDA, Iowa Women’s Foundation Hire New Employer Engagement Director to Address Child Care Needs in Iowa
Refreshed Iowa Farm & Fun Passport offers deals, discounts and prizes for Iowa travelers
Gov. Reynolds announces $20M investment in nonprofits to serve Iowans in need
Osceola home to Iowa’s newest certified site
IEDA Board approves assistance for three established companies and six startups in Iowa
To Showcase Support for Iowa’s Small Businesses, Gov. Reynolds Announces Second Annual Community Contest
Video contest gives communities a chance to win custom mural
Enhance Iowa Board awards Sports Tourism grant to Iowa City
Governor Reynolds announces nearly $20M investment in Downtown Housing Revitalization projects
Main Street Iowa Development Awards Celebration Honors Outstanding Achievements
Award Winning Projects, Entrepreneurs and Volunteers Honored
IEDA Board approves projects from four companies in Iowa, two reinvestment districts
Iowa Tourism Organizations, Individuals Receive Awards at 2022 Conference
Enhance Iowa Board awards Sports Tourism grants to Clear Lake and Council Bluffs
Gov. Reynolds announces $100M investment in Iowa’s quality of life and tourism
IEDA Board approves assistance for three established companies and five startups in Iowa
Secretary Naig Leads Trade Mission to Mexico
Visit aimed at expanding trade and investment opportunities
Enhance Iowa Board awards first Sports Tourism grant
Governor Reynolds, IEDA Award $22 Million in Manufacturing 4.0 Funding
Manufacturing 4.0 Workforce Innovation grants have been awarded to 46 companies
Spring/Summer Iowa Travel Guide Now Available
Fourth Round of Iowa Energy Center Competitive Grant Opens
New program designed to facilitate energy-related economic development
IEDA Board Approves Projects From Four Companies in Iowa
Approved awards will assist in the creation of 131 jobs and result in $487 million in new capital investment
IEDA Awards $22 Million in Credits to Iowa Historic Preservation Projects
These awards will help transform six historic buildings, including a former department store and millwork factory, into new spaces.
National Plan for Vacation Day Encourages Travel in 2022
The Iowa Tourism Office joins destination marketing organizations around the country to mark National Plan for Vacation Day.
BOARD ACTION: IEDA Board approves assistance for three established companies and four startups in Iowa, awards funding for butchery innovation and revitalization
These awards will assist in the creation of 84 jobs and result in $96.3 million in new capital investment.
Fort Madison site recognized as an Iowa Certified Site
A Development-ready Site in Fort Madison is the Latest Industrial Site to Achieve Certification
$16.6 million Awarded to Iowa Communities for Infrastructure, Housing and Revitalization Projects
Awards Made Through the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program
Iowa Launches First Statewide Program Recognizing Family-Friendly Employers
Best Place for Working Parents® designation is now available to qualifying employers
New Program Offers Grants for Sports Tourism Marketing
Enhance Iowa Board Announced it Will Accept Applications Starting February 1
Governor Awards $210M in Broadband Grants
Funding awarded to 160 applicants as part of the latest investment in expanding broadband across the state
BOARD ACTION: IEDA Board approves projects from two established companies in Iowa, awards strategic infrastructure grant
Board approves awards for two companies, which will assist in the creation of 454 jobs and result in $611.3 million in new capital investment
BOARD ACTION: Enhance Iowa Board Awards More Than $5.1 Million in CAT Grants to 16 Communities
BOARD ACTION: IEDA Board Approves Projects From an Established Company and Four Startups
Digital Distillery Passport Encourages Thirst for Adventure
Iowa Tourism Office announces the launch of the Iowa Distillery passport
Gov. Reynolds Announces New Investments in Child Care Following Task Force Recommendations
Key initiatives announced to address Iowa’s child care shortage and advance the state’s continued economic recovery
BOARD ACTION: IEDA Board Approves Projects From Two Established Companies
City of Knoxville to Celebrate Small Businesses and New Downtown Mural
Event to Recognize #IowansUnite Video Contest Winner
Gov. Reynolds Announces Significant Investments to Combat Workforce Shortages, Refocus Unemployment System
Governor Kim Reynolds announced two new programs to help combat Iowa’s workforce shortage
13 Communities Receive $1.2 Million in Main Street Iowa Challenge Grants
Projects will leverage private investments to revitalize downtowns across the state
Governor Reynolds Announces Launch of Butchery Innovation and Revitalization Program
Application window will open on October 18
$5.2 Million Awarded to Iowa Communities for Housing and Downtown Revitalization
Awards totaling $5.2 million were announced today for CDBG projects across the state.
Gov. Reynolds Announces Funds Available to Support Rural Communities
Four competitive programs available for rural communities under 20,000
Iowa Energy Center Launches Energy Infrastructure Revolving Loan Program
$29.8 Million in Tax Credits Awarded to Workforce Housing Projects
IEDA awarded credits to 49 housing projects
BOARD ACTION: IEDA Board Approves Projects From Three Established and Three Startup Companies
Rules for new Butchery Innovation and Revitalization Fund approved
Governor Reynolds Announces Broadband Grant Recipients of $100M Investment
39 applicants awarded a total of $97,500,000 for broadband infrastructure as part of the latest Empower Rural Iowa Broadband Grant Program
Iowa Tourism Office Offers Incentives and Resources for Travel Through Fall and Winter
Iowa Farm & Fun Passport and Fall/Winter Iowa Travel Guide now available
New National This Is Iowa Ad Inspires People to Visit, Live and Work in Iowa
A nationally televised commercial to introduce the state, and its unmatched quality of life
Governor Reynolds Announces Historic Investment for Housing
Gov. Reynolds announced an additional $100 million investment to expand housing
BOARD ACTION: IEDA Board Approves Projects From 5 Established Companies in Iowa
Projects will assist in the creation of 170 jobs and result in $50.4 million in new capital investment
BOARD ACTION: Iowa Energy Center Board Awards $2.8 Million in Energy Grants
Funds enable eligible applicants to pursue projects that align with key focus areas of the Iowa Energy Plan
Nearly 200 Applications for Broadband Grants Following $100M Investment
178 applications received from broadband providers for the latest Empower Rural Iowa Broadband Grant Program
Bauman and Company in Main Street Mount Vernon Wins Statewide Open 4 Business Contest
Five Businesses Compete for State Honor
Gov. Reynolds Announces Members of Carbon Sequestration Task Force Working Groups
BOARD ACTION: Board Approves Projects From Five Established and Two Startup Companies
Projects will assist in the creation of 407 jobs and result in nearly $132 million in new capital investment
Iowa Tourism Encourages Exploration During Family Week
Celebrate the end of summer, create memories and explore with Travel Iowa
IEDA Awards Tax Credits to Historic Preservation Projects (revised)
IEDA announced $20.5 million in awards to transform 12 historic buildings, including old schools and warehouses, into new spaces
Iowa Tourism Office Launches “Fuel Your Road Trip” Initiative
Score a Gift Card. Fuel Your Road Trip. Hit the Road.
IEDA Awards $2.6 Million in Catalyst Funding to Strengthen Downtowns Across Iowa
IEDA announced $2.6 million in funding to help 26 communities revitalize their downtown districts
IEDA Board approves projects from three established companies and provisional funding for six Reinvestment Districts in Iowa
Awards will assist in the creation of 248 jobs and result in $26.6 million in new capital investment
Gov. Reynolds Signs Executive Order Creating Carbon Sequestration Task Force
Gov. Reynolds Announces $400,000 for Rural Innovation Projects and Housing Studies
Grant programs are part of the Governor’s Empower Rural Iowa Initiative
$2.2 million Awarded for Community Infrastructure Projects
IEDA awards communities through the Community Development Block Grant program
IEDA Board Approves Projects From 9 Established and 7 Startup Companies in Iowa
Awards will assist in the creation of 218 jobs and result in almost $103 million in new capital investment
Governor Announces Community Pride Video Contest
#IowansUnite contest gives communities a chance to win custom mural
Iowa Tourism Organizations, Individuals Receive Awards at 2021 Conference
25 awards recognizing excellence in the industry presented at the Iowa Tourism Conference
Japan’s Spiber Inc. expands production to Clinton through partnership with ADM
IEDA Board approves award for bioscience company with first-of-its-kind technology in the United States