About Us

What is the Central Iowa GPA?

Mission:  The Grant Professionals Association builds and supports a community of grant professionals committed to serving the greater public good. 

We are a chapter of the national Grant Professionals Association – an international organization. 

We meet bi-monthly in Greater Des Moines but we have members from around the state. 

Our roles as grant professionals vary – some of us work for colleges or non-profits, while others are independent consultants. Some of us have written hundreds of grants during our careers and others are brand new at the craft. 

The one thing we all have in common is our interest in being part of a professional community where we can network, learn, and share about grants.

Who can participate in GPA?

You are welcome here! Anyone can join.

Come to one meeting for free and see what you think. No RSVP is necessary to attend chapter meetings.

Do you want to learn more?

Come to one of our meetings.