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Wisconsin grants for Special district governments

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Fiscal Year 2026 Cooperating Technical Partners (CTP) Program - Region 5
$5,000,000
U.S. Department of Homeland Security (Department of Homeland Security - FEMA)
Federal

Application Deadline

Aug 17, 2026

Date Added

Jul 1, 2026

This grant provides funding to state, local, tribal, and territorial governments, as well as nonprofit organizations, to improve flood hazard mapping and data, enhancing community resilience and awareness of flood risks.

Disaster Prevention and Relief
City or township governments
DSACF Unity Fund Grant
$25,000
Boreal Waters Community Foundation
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Apr 4, 2025

This grant provides financial support to organizations in the Duluth area that promote equity and justice for people of African Heritage through community-building activities and initiatives.

Diversity Equity and Inclusion
Nonprofits
Community First Developer Program
$200,000
Federal Home Loan Bank of Chicago
Private

Application Deadline

Jul 31, 2026

Date Added

Jul 6, 2026

This grant provides funding to organizations in Illinois and Wisconsin that train and mentor new professionals in affordable housing development, supporting structured internship and fellowship opportunities.

Housing
Nonprofits
Community Development Investment Grant
$250,000
Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation (WEDC)
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 14, 2026

This program provides funding to municipalities, tribal entities, and designated private developers in Wisconsin for revitalization projects that enhance local economies and community infrastructure.

Community Development
City or township governments
Wisconsin Assessment Monies (WAM) Brownfield Assessment Grant Program
$75,000
Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources
State

Application Deadline

Dec 31, 2027

Date Added

Dec 7, 2023

This program provides funding to local governments and eligible organizations in Wisconsin to conduct environmental assessments of brownfield sites, facilitating their redevelopment and revitalization.

Environment
City or township governments
Transportation Economic Assistance
$3,400,000
Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT)
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 28, 2025

This program provides financial assistance to local governments in Wisconsin for essential transportation infrastructure projects that help create or retain jobs by attracting or supporting businesses.

Transportation
City or township governments
Vibrant Spaces Grant
$50,000
Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation (WEDC)
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 14, 2026

This grant provides funding to municipalities in Wisconsin for creating or improving public spaces that enhance community engagement and stimulate local economic activity.

Community Development
City or township governments
Housing Grant Program
$50,000
WHEDA Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Jul 31, 2026

Date Added

Jun 28, 2024

This program provides funding to nonprofit organizations and local governments in Wisconsin for the development and improvement of housing facilities that assist individuals and families in crisis.

Housing
Nonprofits
F26AS00062: Great Lakes Fish and Wildlife Restoration Act FY 2026
$500,000
U.S. Department of the Interior (Fish and Wildlife Service)
Federal

Application Deadline

Aug 3, 2026

Date Added

Jun 2, 2026

This grant provides financial support to various organizations and governments for projects that restore and protect fish and wildlife habitats in the Great Lakes Basin.

Natural Resources
State governments
Statewide Transit Planning Grant Program
Contact for amount
Wisconsin Department of Transportation
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jan 27, 2025

This program provides financial assistance to local and regional transit agencies in Wisconsin for planning studies and strategies that improve public transportation services.

Transportation
City or township governments
Harbor Assistance Program
Contact for amount
Wisconsin Department of Transportation
State

Application Deadline

Aug 1, 2026

Date Added

Jun 13, 2025

This program provides financial assistance to local governments and private harbor facility owners in Wisconsin for projects that improve infrastructure and support commercial activities at harbors along the Great Lakes and Mississippi River.

Infrastructure
County governments
Rural Feasibility Study Grant Program
$5,000
Compeer Financial
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Mar 7, 2024

This program provides funding for feasibility studies that promote economic development and improve community resources in rural areas of Illinois, Minnesota, and Wisconsin.

Information and Statistics
Nonprofits
Enhanced Mobility of Seniors and Individuals with Disabilities Program
Contact for amount
Wisconsin Department of Transportation
State

Application Deadline

Aug 28, 2026

Date Added

Jan 27, 2025

This program provides funding to improve transportation services for older adults and individuals with disabilities in Wisconsin, supporting projects that enhance mobility options and accessibility.

Transportation
Nonprofits
Lupa Animal Wellness Fund Grant
$25,000
Boreal Waters Community Foundation
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Apr 4, 2025

This grant provides financial support to nonprofit organizations focused on improving the welfare of dogs and cats in northeastern Minnesota and northwestern Wisconsin, particularly those addressing urgent issues like animal cruelty, pet overpopulation, and promoting adoption and spay/neuter initiatives.

Animal Welfare
Nonprofits
Community Investment Program
$25,000
TC Energy Corporation
Private

Application Deadline

Nov 16, 2026

Date Added

May 5, 2025

This program provides funding to community organizations near TC Energy's operations in North America to support projects that promote equity, sustainable development, and community engagement.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Opportunity Attraction Fund
$3,067,898
Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation (WEDC)
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 14, 2026

This program provides financial assistance to Wisconsin cities, tribes, and organizations to attract and host major events that boost tourism and economic activity in the state.

Business and Commerce
City or township governments
Accessibility Grant Program
$1,000
Destination Door County
Local
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Aug 13, 2024

This funding opportunity provides financial support to Door County businesses, non-profits, and local governments to improve accessibility for the public through various enhancements and services.

Diversity Equity and Inclusion
Nonprofits
Brownfield Site Assessment Grant Program
$150,000
Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation (WEDC)
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 14, 2026

This program provides financial assistance to local governments in Wisconsin for environmental assessments and site preparation of contaminated industrial and commercial properties to promote redevelopment and economic revitalization.

Environment
City or township governments
Share the Glove Equipment Grant
Contact for amount
Northwoods League Foundation
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Feb 11, 2026

This grant provides essential youth softball equipment to nonprofit organizations, public schools, and community entities in Northwoods League areas, supporting young athletes aged 9 to 12.

Youth
Nonprofits
Shooting Range Grant Program
Contact for amount
Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR)
State

Application Deadline

Aug 15, 2026

Date Added

Dec 9, 2023

This program provides financial assistance to various governmental entities, organizations, and educational institutions in Wisconsin for the construction and improvement of shooting ranges.

Recreation
County governments