Over $12.9 Million awarded to Alaska, South Dakota and 2 U.S. Pacific Territories
On February 18, FHLB Des Moines announced it has awarded more than $12.9 million to 74 member financial institutions through the Member Impact Fund. Awards will be distributed alongside contributions from FHLB Des Moines members to more than 350 eligible not-for-profit and government organizations dedicated to strengthening communities across Alaska, South Dakota, Guam and the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands.
Applications were accepted Jan. 12 - 30, 2026.
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Award Process and Member Responsibilities
1. FHLB Des Moines members were notified via email of awards on Feb. 13, 2026
If you have not received your award details email or have questions about your award, please contact us at MemberImpactFund@fhlbdm.com
2. FHLB Des Moines deposited grant funds on Feb. 17, 2026
Verify you received award(s) in your Demand Deposit Account (DDA).
3. Members must disburse the Member Impact Fund award and member's match to grantee
Disburse to grantee no later than March 17, 2026.
4. Let’s celebrate! A media kit is available to support your efforts
Members will acknowledge the FHLB Des Moines' contribution in any public promotions or announcements.
5. FHLB Des Moines will directly notify each grantee of award verification requirement
Members must ensure that the grantee completes this requirement no later than April 17, 2026.
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