Membership

Support Rural Growth as a Sustaining Member

Join the Iowa Rural Development Council as a Sustaining Member and be part of the movement driving economic vitality and community growth across rural Iowa. Your sponsorship directly supports collaborative initiatives, grants, leadership programs, and key events like the Iowa Rural Summit. As a valued partner, you’ll gain visibility, networking opportunities, and a voice in shaping policies and solutions that strengthen rural communities. Invest in Iowa’s future—become a Sustaining Member today!

Membership Level Opportunities

  • PLATINUM – $20,000+
  • DIAMOND – $10,000
  • GOLD – $7,500
  • SILVER – $5,000
  • BRONZE – $2,500
  • SUSTAINING – Up to $2,500
  • COMMUNITY – Up to $2,500 – Reserved for communities, chambers of commerce, and EDOs)

Check out the full explanation of general and event benefits at each level. 

Member Registration

Become a member today!

The Council does not receive any state and federal taxpayer support and in recent years has relied entirely on event sponsorships, fees, and voluntary contributions.

Sustaining Members

Platinum Level: $20,000+

Diamond Level: $10,000+

  • Iowa State University Extension & Outreach
  • ITC Midwest
  • Wellmark

Gold Level: $7,500+

  • Grinnell Mutual

Silver Level: $5,000+

  • Bolton & Menk
  • ISG
  • UnityPoint

Bronze Level: $2,500+

  • Casey’s
  • DMACC
  • Iowa American Water
  • Iowa Bankers
  • Origin Homes
  • UNI Institute for Decision Making

Sustaining Member: Up to $2,500

  • CIPCO
  • Delta Dental
  • Iowa Association of Business & Industry
  • VentureNet Iowa

Community Member: Up to $2,500

Reserved for Communities, Chambers of Commerce & EDOs

  • Allamakee County Economic Development & Tourism
  • Decatur County Development Corporation
  • Delaware County Economic Development
  • Fayette County Economic Development & Tourism
  • Ringgold County Development