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May 20, 2025                                                                                        

Scott County Regional Authority Awards Over $1.45 Million

bringing total funding since 1991 to over $102 million

The Scott County Regional Authority (SCRA) announced today awards of over $1.45 million for the spring 2025 grant cycle.

Several representatives spoke of the value and impact these awards will have for their organizations:

Joe Stutting, Superintendent and Andrew Lehn, Principal, North Scott Community School District – $100,000 (final installment of $500,000 total commitment), Regional Innovation Center: Collaborative Education for Workforce Growth

Kyle Beale-McDonald, Training & Development Manager, MEDIC EMS – $64,300, Unite to Save Lives: Empowering Our Community to Make A Difference

Tom Bowman, Chief Executive Officer, Community Health Care – $60,000, Expanding Pharmacy Access for Low-Income Patients at River Drive Clinic

Ron May, Co-founder & Past President, Opera Quad Cities. – $7,000, Die Fledermaus

The Authority received a total of 98 requests for funding totaling $3,355,554.

A total of $1,458,851 was awarded to 50 projects benefiting residents of Scott County. 

This brings SCRA funding since 1991 to $102,820,592 for the benefit of people and organizations in our community.

The next grant cycle is scheduled to be in fall 2025, with applications available by September 1, due October 1.  Information regarding future grant cycles will be posted the SCRA website: www.ScottCountyRegionalAuthority.com and shared through local media.

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November 19, 2024                                                                               

Scott County Regional Authority Awards Over $1.3 Million

bringing total funding since 1991 to over $101 Million

The Scott County Regional Authority (SCRA) announced today awards of over $1.3 million for the fall 2024 grant cycle and reaching the historic milestone of awarding over $100 Million to organizations in the Quad City community.

Several representatives spoke of the value and impact these awards will have for their organizations:

Brian Strusz, Superintendent, Pleasant Valley Community School District – $50,000 (second installment of $200,000 total commitment), Elementary Playground Project

Nathan Unsworth, Deputy Director, Scott County Conservation – $37,500, Passenger Tram Trailers for Day Camp, XC Meets, Village Events, and Tour Enhancement

Lola VanDeWalle, Founder, Quad City Veterans Outreach Center – $15,055, Holiday Food Project

The Authority received a total of 90 requests for funding totaling $3,021,850.

A total of $1,366,813 was awarded to 45 projects benefiting residents of Scott County. 

This brings SCRA funding since 1991 to $101,361,741 for the benefit of people and organizations in our community.

The next grant cycle is scheduled to be in spring 2025 with applications available by March 1, due April 1.  Information regarding future grant cycles will be posted the SCRA website: www.ScottCountyRegionalAuthority.com and shared through local media.

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May 21, 2024                                                                                          

Scott County Regional Authority Awards Over $1.3 Million

bringing total funding since 1991 to over $99 Million

The Scott County Regional Authority (SCRA) announced today awards of over $1.3 million for the spring 2024 grant cycle.

Several representatives spoke of the value and impact these awards will have for their organizations:

Lexie Reiling, Assistant Davenport Public Library Director, FRIENDS of the Davenport Public Library – $27,500 (final installment of $82,500 total commitment), Enhanced Early Literacy Spaces

Nancy Dugan, Board Member, Underwear Because We Care – $9,950, Providing Underwear to the Needy, Homeless and Veterans of the Quad Cities

John Arnold, Science Teacher, Davenport Community School District – $16,748, West High School Greenhouse to Expand Sustainable Food and Plant Production

Pennie Kellenberger, Director, The Center – $50,000, The Center Square Project: A Place for All People

The Authority received a total of 108 requests for funding totaling $3,327,571.

A total of $1,380,653 was awarded to 47 projects benefiting residents of Scott County. 

This brings SCRA funding since 1991 to $99,994,928 for the benefit of people and organizations in our community.

The next grant cycle is scheduled to be in fall 2024 with applications available by September 1, due October 1.  Information regarding future grant cycles will be posted the SCRA website: www.ScottCountyRegionalAuthority.com and shared through local media.

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November 20, 2023                                                                               

Scott County Regional Authority Awards Over $1.4 Million

bringing total funding since 1991 to over $98 Million

The Scott County Regional Authority (SCRA) announced today awards of over $1.4 million for the fall 2023 grant cycle.

Several representatives spoke of the value and impact these awards will have for their organizations:

Ryan Saddler, CEO, Friends of MLK, Inc. – $31,250 (final installment of $125,000 total commitment), MLK Park

Ann McGlynn, Executive Director, Tapestry Farms – $25,000, Purchasing a Refrigerated Truck to Increase Healthy Food Access for Scott County Residents in Need

Michele Dane, Board President, Scott Community College Foundation – $75,000, Augmenting Healthcare Worker Training with Simulation-Based Learning

Brian Kramer, Executive Director, Hilltop Campus Village – $20,000, Creative Reuse of Commercial Building – Phase 1

The Authority received a total of 89 requests for funding totaling $3,548,723.

A total of $1,416,071 was awarded to 45 projects benefiting residents of Scott County. 

This brings SCRA funding since 1991 to $98,614,275 for the benefit of people and organizations in our community.

The next grant cycle is scheduled to be in spring 2024 with applications available by March 1, due April 1.  Information regarding future grant cycles will be posted the SCRA website: www.ScottCountyRegionalAuthority.com and shared through local media.

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May 23, 2023                                                                                           

Scott County Regional Authority Awards Over $1.5 Million

bringing total funding since 1991 to over $97 Million

The Scott County Regional Authority (SCRA) announced today awards of over $1.5 million for the spring 2023 grant cycle.

Several representatives spoke of the value and impact these awards will have for their organizations:

Rachael Mullins, President & CEO, Putnam Museum and Science Center – $50,000 (final installment of $250,000 total commitment), Putnam Reimagined

Ron DeArmond, CEO, Midwest Animal Assisted Therapy & Education Organization – $16,837, Service Dogs for Scott County Veterans

Corporal Austin Ryckeghem, Davenport Police Department – $16,025, Stop Sticks for Davenport Police

Karen VanDeCasteele, President, Humble Dwellings – $32,806, A Good Night’s Rest–New Beds for a New Beginning

The Authority received a total of 85 requests for funding totaling $3,557,607.

A total of $1,547,723 was awarded to 48 projects benefiting residents of Scott County. 

This brings SCRA funding since 1991 to $97,198,204 for the benefit of people and organizations in our community.

The next grant cycle is scheduled to be in fall 2023 with applications available by September 1, due Friday, September 29.  Information regarding future grant cycles will be posted the SCRA website: www.ScottCountyRegionalAuthority.com and shared through local media.

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November 22, 2022                                                                               

Scott County Regional Authority Awards Over $1.6 Million

bringing total funding since 1991 to over $95 Million

The Scott County Regional Authority (SCRA) announced today awards of over $1.6 million for the fall 2022 grant cycle.

Several representatives spoke of the value and impact these awards will have for their organizations:

Kim Kidwell, Director of Culture & Recreation, Family Museum – $35,000, “On the Road” Gallery Renovation

Melissa Trimble, Curriculum Specialist, Davenport Community School District – $42,958, Equipment for Secondary (7-12) Science Classrooms

John Cooper, Pastoral Associate & Business Manager, St. Anthony Catholic Church – $42,700, Expanding Reach of McAnthony Window

Decker Ploehn, City Administrator, City of Bettendorf with Brad Martell, CEO, YMCA of the Iowa Mississippi Valley – $166,667 ($4,000,000 commitment to the City of Bettendorf over twelve years), The Landing

The Authority received a total of 81 requests for funding totaling $6,816,045.

A total of $1,617,863 was awarded to 52 projects benefiting residents of Scott County. 

This brings SCRA funding since 1991 to $95,650,481 for the benefit of people and organizations in our community.

The next grant cycle is scheduled to be in spring 2023 with applications available by March 1, due Friday, March 31.  Information regarding future grant cycles will be posted the SCRA website: www.ScottCountyRegionalAuthority.com and shared through local media.

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May 24, 2022

Scott County Regional Authority Awards Nearly $1.7 Million

bringing total funding since 1991 to $94 Million

The Scott County Regional Authority (SCRA) announced today awards of nearly $1.7 million for the spring 2022 grant cycle.

Several representatives spoke of the value and impact these awards will have for their organizations:

Travis Guy, Chairperson, Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Mississippi Valley – $15,000, Outdoor Interactive Space

Stacy Kiser-Willey, Executive Director, Vera French Housing – $15,000, Empowering Affordable Housing Tenants & Increasing Efficiency through Technology

Ann Schwickerath, Director, Project Renewal – $45,000, Youth Program Expansion and Renovations

Ryan Saddler, Board Chair, Friends of MLK, Inc. – $31,250 ($125,000 total commitment over four cycles), 2022 MLK Park

The Authority received a total of 98 requests for funding totaling $2,721,402.

A total of $1,689,519 was awarded to 63 projects benefiting residents of Scott County. 

This brings SCRA funding since 1991 to $94,032,618 for the benefit of people and organizations in our community.

The next grant cycle is scheduled to be in fall 2022 with applications available by September 1, due Friday, September 30.  Information regarding future grant cycles will be posted the SCRA website: www.ScottCountyRegionalAuthority.com and shared through local media.

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November 23, 2021                                                                            

Scott County Regional Authority Awards Over $1.6 Million

bringing total funding since 1991 to $92 Million

The Scott County Regional Authority (SCRA) announced today awards of over $1.6 million for the fall 2021 grant cycle.

Several representatives spoke of the value and impact these awards will have for their organizations:

Brad Martell, President & CEO, YMCA of the Iowa Mississippi Valley – $50,000 ($500,000 total commitment awarded in fall 2018 over ten cycles), Building for Generations Capital Campaign, New Downtown Davenport Family YMCA (Bittner YMCA) and $50,000, North Scott Community YMCA

Rachael Mullins, President & CEO, Putnam Museum and Science Center – $100,000 ($250,000 total commitment over four cycles), Putnam Reimagined Capital Campaign

Ashley Velez, Executive Director, Humility Homes & Services, Inc. – $125,000 ($250,000 total commitment over four cycles), Addressing the Gap in Affordable Housing: Creating a Home for Every Person

Brian Ritter, Executive Director, Nahant Marsh Education Center – $100,000, Operations Building and Classroom

The Authority received a total of 76 requests for funding totaling $2,543,783.

A total of $1,664,427 was awarded to 65 projects benefiting residents of Scott County. 

This brings SCRA funding since 1991 to $92,343,099 for the benefit of people and organizations in our community.

The next grant cycle is scheduled to be in spring 2022 with applications available by March 1, due April 1.  Information regarding future grant cycles will be posted the SCRA website: www.ScottCountyRegionalAuthority.com and shared through local media.

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May 25, 2021                                                                                       

Scott County Regional Authority Awards Over $1.5 Million

bringing total funding since 1991 to $90 Million

The Scott County Regional Authority (SCRA) announced today awards of over $1.5 million for the spring 2021 grant cycle.

Several representatives spoke of the value and impact these awards will have for their organizations:

Mike Miller, President and CEO, River Bend Food Bank – $75,000 ($250,000 total over four cycles), Expanding to Fill the Gap Capital Campaign

Mike Zimmer, Director of Secondary Education, Pleasant Valley Community School District – $50,000, RV12 Experimental Airplane Kit

Joy McMeekan, Executive Director, Gilda’s Club Quad Cities – $50,000 ($150,000 total over three cycles), Expanding Hope Capital Campaign

Dr. Kit Evans-Ford, Founder, Testimonies of Hope, Inc. – $6,108, Argrow’s Safe House Where Women Can Heal from Domestic Abuse and Sexual Violence

The Authority received a total of 86 requests for funding totaling $2,733,819.

A total of $1,567,456 was awarded to 66 projects benefiting residents of Scott County. 

This brings SCRA funding since 1991 to $90,678,672 for the benefit of people and organizations in our community.

The next grant cycle is scheduled to be in fall 2021 with applications available by September 1, due October 1.  Information regarding future grant cycles will be posted the SCRA website: www.ScottCountyRegionalAuthority.com and shared through local media.

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November 24, 2020                                                                              

Scott County Regional Authority Awards Nearly $1.2 Million

bringing total funding since 1991 to $89 Million

The Scott County Regional Authority (SCRA) announced today awards of nearly $1.2 million for the fall 2020 grant cycle.

Several representatives spoke of the value and impact these awards will have for their organizations:

Amy Groskopf, Library Director, FRIENDS of the Davenport Public Library – $40,000 (final installment of $240,000 total commitment), Main Library 21^st Century Renovation

Maria Ontiveros, President, Mercado on Fifth – $24,000, Indoor Expansion

Leah Patton, Managing Attorney, Iowa Legal Aid – $9,775, Updating Technology to Better Serve Low-Income Scott County Residents

The Authority received a total of 75 requests for funding totaling $1,572,295.

A total of $1,164,202 was awarded to 56 projects benefiting residents of Scott County. 

This brings SCRA funding since 1991 to $89,111,216 for the benefit of people and organizations in our community.

At this time, the next grant cycle is anticipated to be in spring 2021 with applications available by March 1, due April 1.  Any changes to the regularly scheduled future grant cycles will be posted the SCRA website: www.ScottCountyRegionalAuthority.com and shared through local media.