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Wisconsin Community Development Grants

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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
Affordable Housing Program (AHP) General Fund
$2,000,000
Federal Home Loan Bank of Chicago
Federal

Application Deadline

Jun 12, 2026

Date Added

May 6, 2026

This program provides forgivable grants to financial institutions and project sponsors for developing and preserving affordable housing for low- and moderate-income households in the Chicago area.

Housing
Nonprofits
Catalyst Grant
$150,000
Common Good Philanthropies
Private

Application Deadline

May 21, 2026

Date Added

Apr 2, 2026

This funding opportunity supports nonprofit organizations in Wisconsin that are working on innovative projects to improve long-term services and supports for older adults and individuals with diverse abilities.

Health
Nonprofits
Ready, Set, Go! Grant Program
$30,000
Wisconsin Department of Tourism
State

Application Deadline

Sep 1, 2026

Date Added

Dec 20, 2024

This program provides financial support to Wisconsin's Destination Marketing Organizations and Native American tribes to help them host competitive sporting events that attract visitors and boost the local economy.

Recreation
Nonprofits
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
Community Impact Grants
$5,000
Community Foundation of Dunn County
Private

Application Deadline

Aug 1, 2026

Date Added

May 29, 2025

This grant provides financial support to nonprofit organizations and civic groups in Dunn County, Wisconsin, to address local community needs across various sectors such as health, education, and the arts.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Idle Sites Redevelopment Program
$250,000
Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation (WEDC)
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 14, 2026

This program provides financial support to Wisconsin local governments for redeveloping idle or underutilized properties to boost economic growth and community revitalization.

Community Development
City or township governments
Nonprofit Capacity Building Grants
$250,000
St. Croix Valley Foundation (SCVF)
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Dec 15, 2025

This program provides funding to established nonprofit organizations in Minnesota and Wisconsin to strengthen their capacity and sustainability through various support avenues, including training, strategic planning, and collaborative projects.

Capacity Building
Nonprofits
Fond du Lac Area Foundation Impact Grant
$100,000
Fond du Lac Area Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Jul 31, 2026

Date Added

May 21, 2025

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations in the Fond du Lac area for projects that improve community quality of life through sustainable initiatives, capacity building, and infrastructure development.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Emergency First Responder Grant
$7,500
Compeer Financial
Private

Application Deadline

May 31, 2026

Date Added

Jan 19, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support to rural volunteer fire, rescue, and ambulance departments for essential emergency response equipment and life-safety tools to enhance their capabilities and ensure responder safety.

Safety
Special district governments
National Trust Preservation Funds (NTPF)
$5,000
National Trust for Historic Preservation
Private

Application Deadline

Jun 1, 2026

Date Added

May 21, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to local nonprofits and public agencies in designated U.S. states to initiate and promote community-driven historic preservation projects.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Youth Foundation Grant
Contact for amount
Youth Foundation
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 4, 2025

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations that support the development and well-being of youth up to 25 years old in Milwaukee, Waukesha, and Washington County.

Youth
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
Clyde F. Schlueter Foundation Grants
$10,000
Community Foundation of North Central Wisconsin
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 10, 2024

This grant provides financial support for projects that foster the character and service development of young people in the greater Wausau, Wisconsin area, focusing on civic improvements and educational initiatives.

Youth
Nonprofits
Eau Claire County Community Agency Funding Program
$250,000
Eau Claire County
Local

Application Deadline

Jun 1, 2026

Date Added

Apr 3, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support to local organizations in Eau Claire County, Wisconsin, that address community needs and align with the county's strategic priorities.

Community Development
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
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
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