Dubuque Racing Association
Dubuque Racing Association through its racing, gaming and entertainment facilities provides for social, economic and community betterment and lessens the burden of Dubuque City and area Government, while contributing to the growth and viability of Dubuque Area Tourism.

Future Fund

The DRA Future Fund is designed to assist communities in the development of social, cultural, recreational, entertainment, and educational opportunities and programs. These opportunities and programs position a community to take advantage of opportunities and strengthen a community’s competitiveness as a place to work and live.

An overview of the guidelines for eligibility include; 501(c) 3 status, minimum $1,000,000 project, demonstrated local support and financial need, located within Dubuque county or counties contiguous to Dubuque (priority given to Dubuque projects), and a minimum 50% match. Governmental entities would not be eligible by themselves, but would be encouraged to create partnerships with community organizations similar to the America’s River Corp., a partnership formed for river front development. An organization receiving funding is not eligible for any other DRA grants while receiving funds from the DRA Future Fund. Start-up costs would be limited to no more than one-year operating expenses.

Funds may not be used to refinance an existing loan, fund ongoing operating expenses, endowments, or scholarships; or fund a project that has previously received financial assistance under the DRA Future Fund unless a significant expansion of the project is demonstrated.The minimum amount that can be requested is $250,000.

Mystique Community Ice Center - $1,390,000
Dubuque County Firefighters Regional Emergency Responder Training Facility - $750,000
Crescent Community Health Center - $500,000

Future fund applications are not being accepted at this time. Please check back at a later date for more information

 

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