Apply for a Grant

Each year grants are awarded to non-profit organizations serving Chippewa County. Grants fund projects that support: cultural arts, education, environment and conservation, health and human services, civil improvement and character development in youth and adults.

Application Process

The Grants Committee reviews all applications. The Board of Directors then acts on the recommendations of the Grants Committee in determining grant recipients. We will notify you in writing about the board's decision. We cannot, however, provide feedback on individual applications regarding why funding was or was not awarded.

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The 2019-20 grant cycle for Discretionary and Northwestern Bank mini-grants will open on August 23, 2019. Applications will be due on October 4, 2019.

Grant Progress Report Form

Our Community Foundation Favors Grant Proposals That:

Originate in Chippewa County and demonstrate strong volunteer involvement
Promote collaboration and reduce service duplication
Help people help themselves
Build upon the strengths of communities
Make a tangible difference in meeting an important community need
Demonstrate a high level of sustainability

Our Community Foundation Does Not Fund Applications For:

Routine operating expenses
Annual campaigns, other endowments
Direct support to individuals
Lobbying or political organizations
Ongoing/repeat grants to the same project

Does your organization have a project worthy of grant money from the foundation?