Johnson County Underestimated Small Business Grants
Supporting Small Businesses in Johnson County The Johnson County Underestimated Small Business Grants program is here to help local businesses in Johnson County thrive. Offering grants between $3,500 and $20,000, this initiative supports businesses disproportionately impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic and those located in Qualified Census Tracts (QCTs). Whether you need help covering operating […]
Advancing Childcare Solutions in Johnson County – The Work Continues
Greater Iowa City, Inc. remains dedicated to supporting local businesses and addressing critical community needs. Through the Business Retention and Expansion (BRE) surveys conducted in 2023 and 2024 across Johnson County, Greater IC gathered valuable insights into business successes, challenges, and opportunities. A key finding from these surveys revealed that childcare initiatives are a pressing […]
Greater Iowa City, Inc. Releases First Annual 2024 Data Digest
Greater Iowa City, Inc. is committed to using data in order to help guide our decision-making processes, initiatives, and investments. As a result of this commitment, our organization is excited to release our first annual Greater Iowa City, Inc. 2024 Data Digest. This in-depth data report provides insights and details regarding metrics for the greater […]
A Community’s Commitment: The Success of the Johnson County Conservation Bond Campaign
A Community’s Commitment: The Success of the Johnson County Conservation Bond Campaign In a resounding example of local impact and collaboration, Johnson County recently united to support a transformative conservation bond. The bond campaign was about more than raising funds to support the campaign efforts—it was about preserving the natural beauty and quality of life […]
Sustaining Our Trails and Landscapes: Why the Conservation Bond Matters.
This November, Johnson County voters will have the opportunity to approve a $30 million Conservation Bond, aimed at continuing and expanding the successful conservation efforts initiated by the 2008 bond, which provided critical funding for land preservation, water quality improvement, and outdoor recreation projects across the county. Greater Iowa City, Inc. fully supports the […]
Community Leadership Program (CLP) Announces 2024-2025 Cohort
Back to News Greater Iowa City, Inc.’s premier leadership program was created in 1990 to foster informed, well-equipped, invested leaders. Through the program’s life, more than 700 current and future leaders have gained insight into the issues, opportunities, strengths, and challenges within our community. Greater IC is proud to announce the 2024-2025 CLP cohort and […]