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

August 1, 2026 | February 1, 2027

Typical awards range from $500 to $5,000 or more; two competitive cycles per year.

Supports Dunn County non-profits and community groups advancing arts, culture, environment, education, health, and civic initiatives.

--- ## Description Community Impact Grants provide funding through the Community Foundation of Dunn County’s primary grantmaking program for local non-profit organizations and community groups. These grants are designed to support projects and initiatives that enhance the arts, culture, heritage, environment, recreation, education, health, humanitarian needs, and other civic causes within the Dunn County region. The program draws from discretionary and specialized donor funds to address diverse community needs and foster the common good. --- ## Due Dates - August 1, 2026: Application deadline for the August 1 competitive grant cycle (Community Impact Grants) - February 1, 2027: Application deadline for the February 1 competitive grant cycle (Community Impact Grants) --- ## Funding Amount - Typical grant awards range from **$500 to $5,000 or more**. - Two competitive grant cycles are held annually (February 1 and August 1). - Funding is discretionary and may vary based on donor contributions and project scope. --- ## Eligibility - Open to **non-profit organizations and community groups** serving Dunn County, Wisconsin. - Eligible projects must support one or more of the following areas: - Arts - Culture - Heritage - Environment - Recreation - Education - Health - Humanitarian needs - Other civic initiatives - Organizations must be able to demonstrate their charitable purpose and community benefit. --- ## Application Process - Applications must be submitted through the [Foundation’s online grants portal](https://www.grantinterface.com/Home/Logon?urlkey=cfdunncounty). - Applicants need to create an account in the portal to start, save, and submit applications. - Required materials include: - Organizational budget for the current year - Audited financial statement (if available) - Proof of current IRS 990 filing - Detailed application instructions are available in the [Grant Guidelines](http://cfdunncounty.org/receive/grant-guidelines/). - Applicants are encouraged to contact the Foundation with questions or to discuss program fit before applying. - Grant decisions are typically communicated 4–6 weeks after the deadline. - Grant recipients are required to submit a final report within one year of receiving funds. --- ## Additional Information - Grant checks are presented at Foundation events (Spring Annual Meeting for February recipients, Fall Evening of Gratitude for August recipients). - Grant Writing 101 training is offered annually in January. - Technical support and Zoom office hours are available for applicants needing assistance with the online system. - All applicants are encouraged to preview the [PDF Grant Application](https://cfdunncounty.org/wp-content/uploads/PDF-Grant-Application-Preview.pdf) before applying. --- ## External Links - [Community Impact Grants Overview](https://cfdunncounty.org/receive/grants/) - [Grant Guidelines](http://cfdunncounty.org/receive/grant-guidelines/) - [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) - [Funder Main Website](https://cfdunncounty.org/) --- ## Contact Information | Contact Type | Details | | -------------- | ------------------------------------------------------------ | | Phone | 715.232.8019 | | Email | [info@cfdunncounty.org](mailto:info@cfdunncounty.org) | | Grants Email | [grants@cfdunncounty.org](mailto:grants@cfdunncounty.org) | | Contact Page | [https://cfdunncounty.org/about/](https://cfdunncounty.org/about/) | ---

Community Impact Grants

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