Community Grants Applications Now Open

Jul 1, 2021 | News & Events

Community Foundation Opens Community Grant Applications

Stevens Point, Wisconsin (July 1, 2021) – The Community Foundation of Central Wisconsin online Community Grants application process for the Fall Cycle is now open. 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 $1.2 million was distributed by the Foundation through grants, scholarships, and program services.

Grant applications are available online July 1 through July 31, 2021. 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.

The Community Foundation of Central Wisconsin is a non-profit organization that inspires charitable giving by connecting people and resources to enhance Central Wisconsin now and for future generations. For more information on how you can give back to your community, please visit www.cfcwi.org.

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