Community Foundation Opens Community Grant Applications

Jun 29, 2020 | News & Events

The Community Foundation of Central Wisconsin will open their online Community Grants application process for the Fall Cycle July 1, 2020. The online application can be found at www.cfcwi.org/community-grants.

The Community Foundation of Central Wisconsin (CFCWI) offers two competitive grant cycles annually to support programs and projects in Portage and Waushara counties and align with our Mission Areas: Arts & Culture, Education, Environment, Helping People, and Wellness.

Last year, CFCWI issued more than $250,000 through Community Grants supporting local projects and programs in Portage and Waushara Counties. More than $1.8 million was distributed by the Foundation through grants, scholarships, and program services.

Grant applications are available online July 1 through July 31, 2020. Awards are announced in mid-September. Application information and requirements can be found online at www.cfcwi.org/community-grants.

Contact the Community Foundation of Central Wisconsin’s Grants & Scholarships Coordinator, Marlee Bokhoven at marlee@cfcwi.org or 715-342-4454 for questions.

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