[Community Foundation of Dunn County](https://cfdunncounty.org)

August 1, 2026 | February 1, 2027

Award size varies; supports emergency health-related needs for individuals and children in Dunn County.

Provides emergency grants for supplemental medical care and related necessities for individuals and children in Dunn County, WI.

Fund is accessed via the Foundation's competitive grant cycle or by Board discretion.

--- ## Description The Byron and Catherine Olson Memorial Fund is a Field of Interest Fund managed by the Community Foundation of Dunn County. Its purpose is to support individuals and children in Dunn County, Wisconsin, who are experiencing emergency needs for supplemental medical care or services. Grants from this fund can be used for a range of health-related items and services, including eyeglasses, dental care, prescriptions, medical care, food, gas, and other necessities that address emergency health-related situations. The fund aims to ensure that vulnerable community members have timely access to essential health-supportive resources. --- ## Due Dates - August 1, 2026: Competitive Community Grants full application deadline (August 1 cycle) - February 1, 2027: Competitive Community Grants full application deadline (February 1 cycle) All dates are projected based on the annual cycle; check the program page for updates. --- ## Funding Amount - Award size is not fixed and varies depending on the emergency need and available resources. - The fund is designed for timely, emergency assistance rather than large-scale project funding. - Typical grants cover specific health-related expenses for individuals or children in Dunn County. --- ## Eligibility - **Primary recipients:** Individuals and children residing in Dunn County, Wisconsin. - **Eligible needs:** Emergency situations requiring supplemental medical care or services, such as: - Eyeglasses - Dental care - Prescriptions - Medical care - Food and gas - Other health-supportive items or services in emergencies - **Referral/application:** Details on whether referrals must come from partner agencies or if direct applications are accepted should be confirmed with the Foundation. --- ## Application Process - Applications may be submitted via the Foundation’s [online grants portal](https://www.grantinterface.com/Home/Logon?urlkey=cfdunncounty) during the competitive grant cycles (February 1 and August 1). - Applicants must create an account to apply. - Required materials may include: - Documentation of emergency need - Proof of residence in Dunn County - Additional documentation as requested by the Foundation - In some cases, the Board of Directors may identify and award grants outside the competitive cycle based on urgent needs. - For detailed instructions and to discuss eligibility, applicants are encouraged to contact the Foundation directly. --- ## Additional Information - The fund is intended for emergency, health-related needs and may be accessed either through the competitive grants process or at the discretion of the Foundation’s Board. - Applicants should confirm current procedures and requirements with the Foundation, as processes may evolve. - Grant recipients are required to submit a report within one year of receiving funding, detailing expenditures and outcomes. --- ## External Links - [Community Foundation of Dunn County – Grants Overview](https://cfdunncounty.org/receive/grants/) - [Grant Process Information](https://cfdunncounty.org/receive/grant-process/) - [Online Grant Application Portal](https://www.grantinterface.com/Home/Logon?urlkey=cfdunncounty) - [PDF Grant Application Preview](https://cfdunncounty.org/wp-content/uploads/PDF-Grant-Application-Preview.pdf) --- ## Contact Information | Method | Details | |----------|-----------------------------------------------| | Phone | 715.232.8019 | | Email | [info@cfdunncounty.org](mailto:info@cfdunncounty.org) | | Website | [https://cfdunncounty.org](https://cfdunncounty.org) |

Byron and Catherine Olson Memorial Fund

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