Aging in Place Grant

The Aging in Place Grant Opportunity is offered by the Women's Fund of Door County, a component fund of the Door County Community Foundation. The organization focuses on promoting and supporting women through initiatives that provide education, build self-esteem, address critical issues, and rely on research-based and data-driven approaches. This specific funding opportunity reflects the funder's commitment to improving the quality of life for older women in Door County by enabling them to remain safely and independently in their homes. The primary purpose of this grant is to support innovative programs that address the unique needs of aging women in Door County. The fund prioritizes projects that would not otherwise occur without this funding, emphasizing creativity and unmet needs. Programs must focus on helping women age in place by enhancing safety, independence, and overall well-being. The initiative encourages applicants to design solutions that foster connection, accessibility, and sustained quality of life for older women. Funding is available for up to 30000 dollars for a one-year period, with the possibility of renewal for a second year based on performance. If renewed, the total funding could reach up to 60000 dollars over two years. The funding is intended to either launch new programs or expand existing ones. Applicants must define measurable goals and benchmarks, as continued funding into a second year depends on demonstrated progress toward those outcomes. Eligibility is limited to charitable organizations serving Door County. While specific organizational types are not explicitly enumerated, the requirement to complete a Common Grant Application and have organizational leadership sign the application indicates that applicants must be formal entities with established governance. The funded programs must directly benefit older women within the Door County service area. The application process requires completion of the Common Grant Application Form along with Addendum W, which must specifically address the proposed program or initiative. The Chief Executive of the applying organization must review and sign the application packet. Applicants are expected to articulate program goals, implementation strategies, and evaluation metrics. All funded organizations must submit a final report at the conclusion of the funding period. The application deadline is October 5, 2026, and award notifications will be announced by December 7, 2026. For organizations seeking a second year of funding, renewal applications will open on April 1, 2027, unless otherwise agreed upon. While no pre-application requirement is specified, applicants are encouraged to consult with the philanthropic services team prior to submission. For additional information or assistance, applicants may contact the Door County Community Foundation's Philanthropic Services team via phone or email. The funder encourages prospective applicants to think creatively about addressing the challenges faced by aging women and to propose impactful, sustainable solutions aligned with the mission of supporting women in the community.

Focus on innovative programs that would not occur without funding and clearly define measurable goals and benchmarks for success