Anatomical Gift Public Awareness and Transplantation Fund

Effective Immediately

All anatomical gift grant applications are to be sent to:
Iowa Donor Network
Attn: Anatomical Gift Program
550 Madison Avenue
North Liberty, IA 52317

Iowa Donor Network - Anatomical Gift Transplantation Fund

In 1996, the Iowa Legislature established an Anatomical Gift Public Awareness and Transplantation Fund (see Iowa Code 142C.15). At the time of motor vehicle registration or renewal, Iowans are asked if they wish to donate a dollar or more to this fund. These donated funds are used to award grants for eligible out of pocket expenses incurred by transplant donors and recipients.

The reimbursements to anatomical gift grant applicants are not considered income and therefore will not generate a Form-1099.  As per Iowa Code 422.7(30a), donors may subtract unreimbursed travel and lodging expenses and lost wages in an amount not to exceed $10,000.  Applicants should confer with a financial advisor and/or tax preparer with questions.

Anatomical Gift - Annual Legislative Reports

Expenses incurred by awardees are reimbursed upon receipt and approval of supportive documentation.

NOTE: please be aware the State of Iowa did not allow exceptions for lodging during COVID-19.  Home Away, Vrbo, Airbnb, Timeshare points and similar type lodging expenses are not eligible for reimbursement.

MILEAGE: Effective 7/1/2022, mileage will be reimbursed at $0.50 per mile, following updated Iowa Department of Administrative Services policies and procedures.

LODGING: Effective 1/1/2022, lodging in Iowa must be certified as having taken the Iowa Office to Combat Human Trafficking training in order to be eligible for reimbursement.

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