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Iowa Sports Tourism Infrastructure Program

State grants for land acquisition, construction, and major renovation of facilities that directly support sporting events drawing national or international audiences; updated in 2025 Iowa Acts (HF 975 and SF 660) and administered by IEDA under Iowa Code chapter 15F.

About this program

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Eligibility

Cities, counties, or public organizations with infrastructure projects that actively and directly support sporting events drawing a national or international audience and attracting significant out-of-state visitors.

Requirements

  • City, county, or public organization in Iowa
  • Infrastructure project must directly support a qualifying sporting event
  • Sporting event must draw a national or international audience