Giving

Organizational Endowment Funds

One of the ways the Community Foundation of Central Wisconsin strengthens our community is by partnering with local organizations and community groups to invest and manage donor contributions aimed at supporting them into the future. An Organizational Endowment is a type of Designated Fund that is set up with the sole purpose to grow assets to provide sustainable funding for an organization or community treasure into the future.

  • Donors contribute gifts of all sizes into an Organizational Endowment and may even wish to direct a future gift from their will or estate.
  • The Community Foundation manages the investment and handles the administrative details.
  • Grants are made to support the organization or community group, becoming an important source of revenue that can be counted on year after year.

The Community Foundation of Central Wisconsin is proud to partner to grow the following Organizational Endowment Funds.

Aldo Leopold Audubon Society Endowment Fund

To support the mission and operations of the Aldo Leopold Audubon Society Chapter serving the following Wisconsin counties – Portage, Marathon, Waupaca, and Wood.

Annette & Dale Schuh Riverfront Arts Center Endowment Fund

The purpose of this fund is to maintain Center programs, operations, and facility. The mission of the Annette & Dale Schuh Riverfront Arts Center is to support local and regional artists by providing exhibition opportunities.

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Wisconsin Inc. Endowment Fund

The mission of Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Wisconsin is to create and support one-to one mentoring relationships that ignite the power and promise of youth.

The purpose of this fund is to support the mission and programs of Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Wisconsin, Inc.

Boston School Forest Endowment Fund

The mission of the Boston School Forest is to provide the youth of Stevens Point Area Public School District educational opportunities that foster personal growth as well as awareness, knowledge and appreciation of the natural world leading to sound stewardship of the earth.

The purpose of this fund is to develop, maintain and support the activities of the Boston School Forest for the benefit of students of the Stevens Point Area Public Schools.

Boys & Girls Club of Portage County Endowment Fund

The mission of The Boys & Girls Club of Portage County is to inspire and empower youth to realize their full potential.
The purpose of this fund is to support the mission and activities of the Boys & Girls Club of Portage County.

Camp Hope Endowment Fund

The mission of Camp Hope is to inspire HOPE, love and joy for grieving children and families through a free camp weekend, where they’ll connect and share with those who’ve also experienced the pain of loss and are committed to healing, together.
The purpose of this fund is to provide support for the programs of Camp Hope.

CAP Services Endowment Fund

The mission of CAP Services, Inc, is to transform people and communities to advance social and economic justice.

The purpose of this fund is to support CAP Services Inc. programs.

Central Rivers Farmshed Endowment Fund

The mission of Central Rivers Farmshed is to grow a resilient local food economy.

The purpose of this fund is to support the operations and special projects of the Central Rivers Farmshed.

CREATE Portage County Endowment Fund

The mission of CREATE Portage County is accelerating creativity, connection, and collaboration to advance vibrant and welcoming communities. 

The purpose of this fund is to support the mission and activities of CREATE Portage County.

Friends of Schmeeckle Reserve Endowment Fund

The mission of Friends of Schmeeckle Reserve is to support the work of and advocate for Schmeeckle Reserve through engaging the local and wider communities.

The purpose of this fund is to support the activities of Friends of Schmeeckle Reserve.

Green Circle Trail Fund

To educate the general public on the importance and value of providing balance and harmony between the natural environment and the recreational uses of the land by the general populace; to facilitate such education through the development and maintenance of a nature-biking trail system through the Stevens Point/Plover/Hull/Whiting communities, such trail known as the “Green Circle”.

Humane Society of Portage County Endowment Fund

The mission of the Humane Society of Portage County is to prevent cruelty, abuse, neglect, and overpopulation of companion animals while seeking adoption of these animals into compatible homes, and teaching humane awareness and respect for all life, thus helping to build a better community.

The purpose of this fund is to support the mission and ongoing needs of the Humane Society of Portage County, Inc.

Iola Winter Sports Club Endowment Fund

The mission of the Iola Winter Sports Club is to provide quality recreation opportunities for Iola, Scandinavia, and surrounding communities.

The purpose of this fund is to support the activities of the Iola Winter Sports Club.

Justiceworks Endowment Fund

The mission of JusticeWorks is to foster forms of justice that strengthen and heal the communities of Central Wisconsin.

The purpose of this fund is to support the needs and operations of JusticeWorks Ltd.

Keystone Fund

To support the operating and administrative costs (OAC) of the Community Foundation of Central Wisconsin. In any year in which the allocation from the fund exceeds the necessary OAC, the Foundation may use the excess allocation, if any, shall be used for general charitable, educational, scientific, and literary purposes of the Foundation.

Kids Are Special Here Playground Endowment Fund

The purpose of this fund is to provide deferred maintenance funds for the KASH playground. The mission of Kids Are Special Here (KASH) playground is a universally accessible playground for children of all ages and all mobilities. KASH puts safety and convenience first but never at the expense of fun.

Mary J. Podoll SPASH Band Endowment Fund

The purpose of this fund is to support the programs, needs, and initiatives of the Stevens Point Area Senior High School Band.

Meals on Wheels of Stevens Point Endowment Fund

The mission of Meals on Wheels is to empower local community programs to improve the health and quality of life of the seniors they serve so that no one is left hungry or isolated.

The purpose of this fund is to support the efforts of Meals on Wheels of Stevens Point, Inc.

Midwest Renewable Energy Association Endowment Fund

The mission of Midwest Renewable Energy Association, (MREA) is to promote renewable energy, energy efficiency, and sustainable living through education and demonstration.  Together with partners around the Midwest, MREA works to expand renewable energy adoption through innovative programs, renewable energy training, and educational events. The purpose of the fund is to support the Midwest Renewable Energy Association.

North Central Conservancy Trust, Inc. Endowment Fund

The mission of North Central Conservancy Trust, Inc. is conserving the natural heritage of Central Wisconsin through the protection of land.

The purpose of this fund is to support the mission and activities of the North Central Conservancy Trust, Inc.

ODC Endowment Fund – Opportunity Development Centers, Inc.

The mission of ODC, Inc. is to empower people with disabilities to achieve their work and life goals.

The purpose of this fund is to support the programs and operation of ODC, Inc. in Portage County, Waushara County, and the surrounding area.

Operation Bootstrap Endowment Fund

The mission of Operation Bootstrap is to help families with basic needs in crisis situations and offers assistance that is not available elsewhere in the community.

The purpose of this fund is to provide for the ongoing needs of Operation Bootstrap in Portage County.

Portage County Historical Society Endowment Fund

To support the mission and operations of the Portage County Historical Society. The mission of the Portage County Historical Society is to tell the stories of Portage County through education and preservation.

Portage County Literacy Council Endowment Fund

The mission of the Portage County Literacy Council is to help adults that live and/or work in Portage County develop the basic math and English literacy skills necessary to achieve economic self-sufficiency and community integration.

The purpose of this fund is to provide program support for the Portage County Literacy Council.

Portage County Public Library Founders Endowment Fund

The mission of the Portage County Library is to enrich our community by connecting people and offering free and equal opportunity for lifelong learning and enjoyment.

The purpose of this fund is to support the ongoing needs of the Portage County Public Library.

St. Martin’s Church Maintenance Endowment Fund

The purpose of this fund is to support the repair, maintenance, and upkeep of the former St. Martin’s Church.

St. Paul’s United Methodist Church Angel Endowment Fund

The mission of St. Paul’s United Methodist Church is to make disciples of Jesus Christ for the transformation of the world and cultivate faith together in our community.

The purpose of this fund is to provide Legacy support for St. Paul’s United Methodist Church

Stevens Point City Band Endowment Fund

The mission of the Stevens Point City Band is to bring community members together to play music and perform weekly concerts in the summer at Pfiffner Pioneer Park.

The purpose of this fund is to provide for annual operating expenses of the Stevens Point City Band.

Waushara County Food Pantry Endowment Fund

The mission of the Waushara County Food Pantry engaging and mobilizing individuals, families and organizations in efforts to build a community of opportunity.
The purpose of this fund is to support the operations and mission of the Waushara County Food Pantry.

Wild Rose Patterson Memorial Library Endowment Fund

The purpose of this fund is to benefit and enhance the Patterson Memorial Library and its mission to serve the Wild Rose area.