Providing grants to improve life in Clayton County, Iowa

Education
Economic Development
Recreation
Tourism/Cultural/Arts
Public Health & Safety

Grant Information

Select grant applications button for automated pre-application

April 18: Pre-applications due
May 2: Full applications to qualifying organizations
August 29: Full applications due
October 28: Grants awarded

2024 Grant Statistics

$630,500

Amount awarded in 2024

39

Grants awarded in 2024

UMGC Mission Statement

Upper Mississippi Gaming Corporation is a non-profit charitable organization dedicated to the enrichment of Clayton County, Iowa through the dispersion of funds acquired from an admission tax paid by the Casino Queen, Marquette. It is the groups’ mission to award these funds to qualifying tax exempt organizations or those working in cooperation with local governments within Clayton County who cultivate projects that meet established criteria. These projects should encourage economic development, community betterment, improved cultural and recreational activity facilities, programs or activities that foster enhanced educational experiences for our youth, or improve the overall quality of life for residents of this county.

Upper Mississippi Gaming Corporation
PO Box 208
1118 Main Street
McGregor, IA 52157
563-873-2102

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