Community Impact Grants
The Oshkosh Area Community Foundation’s Community Impact Grants support nonprofit program growth, staffing, digital marketing, and leadership development in the Oshkosh area.
Funder: Oshkosh Area Community Foundation
Due Dates: January 26, 2026 (Leadership Development) | February 6, 2026 (Digital Marketing) | June 12, 2026 (New Staff / Programming / Small Capital Grants)
Funding Amounts: Up to $30,000 per grant; typical awards: $20,000 (programming/new staff), $5,000 (small capital); Leadership Institute requires $1,800 co-investment per participant.
Summary: Supports nonprofit capacity, programming, staffing, digital marketing, leadership, and peer learning in the Oshkosh area.
Description
The Community Impact Grants provided by the Oshkosh Area Community Foundation are designed to strengthen nonprofit organizations in Winnebago, Waushara, and Green Lake Counties, as well as the City of Ripon. The grants support a range of needs, including new staff positions, program or project support, small capital expenses, digital marketing assistance, and leadership development through the Nonprofit Leadership Institute. The program aims to help nonprofits adapt to changing environments, enhance their capacity, and improve their ability to achieve their missions. In addition to funding, grantees may access technical assistance and peer learning opportunities.
