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Iowa West Foundation grant 2nd Qtr. grant recipients

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July 12th, 2013 by Ric Hanson

The Iowa West Foundation, headquartered in Council Bluffs, has announced the recipients of a shared $5.3 million in grants for the second quarter of 2013. The grants will be used to assist 30 non-profit organizations and governmental entities with funding for area projects.Of the $5.3 million in grants announced today (Friday), $3.5 million was previously announced as a co-lead gift for a new YMCA in Council Bluffs. Philanthropist Charles E. Lakin also gave $3.5 million toward the project. The $16 million wellness facility is scheduled to open in the fall of 2015.