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Wisconsin Business and Commerce Grants

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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
Capital Access Boost Grant
$5,000
St. Croix Economic Development Corporation
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Mar 13, 2026

This grant provides $5,000 in flexible funding to small businesses in St. Croix County that have secured non-traditional loans, helping them strengthen their financial foundation and support growth.

Business and Commerce
For profit organizations other than small businesses
Transportation Economic Assistance (TEA) Program
$3,400,000
Wisconsin Department of Transportation
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jan 27, 2025

This program provides funding to local governments in Wisconsin to improve transportation infrastructure that supports new business development and job creation.

Transportation
City or township governments
Small Business Revitalization Grant Program
$10,000
7 Rivers Alliance
Private

Application Deadline

Aug 1, 2026

Date Added

Mar 19, 2026

This funding initiative provides micro-grants to small for-profit businesses in rural Western Wisconsin, supporting projects that enhance economic vitality and community revitalization in towns with populations under 4,000.

Business and Commerce
For profit organizations other than small businesses
Beginning with Compeer Grant Program
$2,000
Compeer Financial
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jan 19, 2026

This program provides financial support to beginning farmers in the Midwest to help them access essential business development resources and services for long-term success.

Business and Commerce
Individuals
Capital Catalyst Program
$2,000,000
Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation (WEDC)
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 14, 2026

This program provides funding to nonprofit and community-based organizations in Wisconsin to create investment funds that support early-stage startups and emerging companies with high growth potential.

Business and Commerce
Nonprofits
Dupaco Nonprofit Grant
$20,000
Dupaco Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

May 31, 2026

Date Added

May 2, 2024

This grant provides financial support to nonprofit organizations that promote affordable housing, workforce development through education and training, or small business growth to enhance community well-being.

Housing
Nonprofits
Rental/purchase Assistance Grants
$5,000
St. Croix Economic Development Corporation
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Mar 13, 2026

This program provides financial assistance to small businesses in St. Croix County that commit to occupying long-vacant commercial spaces, promoting economic growth and revitalization in the area.

Business and Commerce
Small businesses
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
Go for It Grant Program
Contact for amount
Plover Area Convention and Visitors Bureau
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jan 30, 2024

This program provides funding to businesses and organizations for projects and events that improve tourism and community experiences in the Plover Area, with a focus on attracting overnight visitors.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Tourist Information Center Grant Program
$15,000
Wisconsin Department of Tourism
State

Application Deadline

Jul 1, 2026

Date Added

Dec 20, 2024

This program provides financial support to nonprofit tourism organizations, municipalities, and Native American tribes to help cover operating costs for regional tourist information centers, enhancing services for travelers and boosting local tourism.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Meetings Mean Business Grant Program
$30,000
Wisconsin Department of Tourism
State

Application Deadline

Sep 1, 2026

Date Added

Mar 8, 2024

This program provides financial support to destinations for hosting regional and national meetings or conventions, helping cover facility rental and transportation costs to boost local economies.

Business and Commerce
Nonprofits
Business and Commercialization Micro grant
$4,500
University of Wisconsin
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Dec 15, 2023

This funding opportunity supports Wisconsin businesses in certain industries by covering up to 75% of the costs for hiring an independent expert to develop a comprehensive business or commercialization plan, particularly for those seeking a Phase II SBIR/STTR grant.

Business and Commerce
For profit organizations other than small businesses
Joint Effort Marketing Grant Program
$39,550
Wisconsin Department of Tourism
State

Application Deadline

Aug 1, 2026

Date Added

Dec 20, 2024

This program provides financial support to nonprofit organizations in Wisconsin to promote tourism through innovative marketing initiatives and events that attract visitors from outside the local area.

Business and Commerce
Nonprofits
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
Elevate Vernon Grant Program
$10,000
Vernon County Economic Development Committee
Local

Application Deadline

Jul 10, 2026

Date Added

May 18, 2026

This funding initiative provides financial support and resources to small businesses in Vernon County, helping them grow and thrive through various development activities.

Business and Commerce
Small businesses
Capacity Building Grant Program
$50,000
Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation (WEDC)
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 14, 2026

This program provides funding to nonprofit organizations, government entities, and educational institutions in Wisconsin to strengthen their capacity for economic development and address local economic challenges.

Capacity Building
Nonprofits
U.S. Bank Foundation Opportunity Fund
$500,000
U.S. Bank Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Jul 28, 2026

Date Added

May 28, 2025

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations that support affordable housing, economic resilience, financial health, homeownership, and small business development for low- and moderate-income communities across 26 states.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Facade Improvement Grant
$5,000
St. Croix Economic Development Corporation
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Mar 13, 2026

This program provides financial support to small businesses in St. Croix County, Wisconsin, for enhancing the exterior appearance of their commercial properties to boost community vitality and local economic development.

Community Development
For profit organizations other than small businesses
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