DRA Announces $1.1 Million in Grant Funds To 52 Organizations

The Dubuque Racing Association, the nonprofit license holder for Dubuque’s casinos on Tuesday announced about $1.1 million in grant funding to 52 area organizations. Board members of the DRA approved the core grant funding at their monthly meeting at Q Casino. Core grants represent requests of up to $50,000. The DRA received 150 core grant requests this year, with the goal of funding initiatives aimed at attracting and retaining people in the area, as well as promoting local tourism. The $1.1 million total also includes two core grants that were awarded in May to Veterans Freedom Center for Memorial Day events and Dubuque Jaycees for the July 3 fireworks and air show.