[Community Foundation of North Central Wisconsin](https://cfoncw.org)

September 1, 2026 (Full application deadline — recurring annually on first business day of September)

Grant range not specified; applicants should contact the Foundation for details.

Supports charitable organizations serving central Wisconsin, with priority for projects benefiting Mosinee and the surrounding counties.

--- ## Description The Ed & Joyce Creske Family Foundation Grants, administered by the Community Foundation of North Central Wisconsin, are designed to support charitable organizations in central Wisconsin. The fund was established to allow the Creske family to give back to the communities that have positively impacted their lives, with a particular emphasis on initiatives that directly benefit Mosinee. Projects serving Lincoln, Marathon, and Portage counties are also eligible for support. --- ## Due Dates - September 1, 2026: Full application deadline (recurring annually on the first business day of September) --- ## Funding Amount - The specific grant range is not published; applicants are encouraged to contact the Foundation for guidance on typical award amounts. --- ## Eligibility - Open to charitable organizations serving central Wisconsin, specifically: - Lincoln County - Marathon County - Portage County - Strong preference is given to projects that directly impact the Mosinee community. - Organizations must be recognized as charitable (typically 501(c)(3) status). - Applicants should adhere to the Foundation’s nondiscrimination policy. --- ## Application Process - Prospective applicants are encouraged to discuss their project ideas with Kelly Price, Director of Programs & Donor Services, before applying. - Applications must be submitted through the Community Foundation’s [online grant portal](https://www.grantinterface.com/Home/Logon?urlkey=cfoncw). - First-time applicants must create an account; returning applicants can log in to submit. - Review the [Ed & Joyce Creske Family Foundation Guidelines (PDF)](https://cfoncw.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/Creske-Ed-Joyce-Family-Foundation.pdf) for detailed instructions. --- ## Additional Information - The Foundation recommends contacting program staff for guidance before beginning the application. - Preference is given to proposals that demonstrate direct benefit to Mosinee but will consider impactful projects throughout the eligible counties. - All applicants are encouraged to review the Foundation’s general grantmaking policies and priorities. --- ## External Links - [Community Grants Program Overview](https://cfoncw.org/grants-scholarships/community-grants/) - [Online Grant Application Portal](https://www.grantinterface.com/Home/Logon?urlkey=cfoncw) - [Ed & Joyce Creske Family Foundation Guidelines (PDF)](https://cfoncw.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/Creske-Ed-Joyce-Family-Foundation.pdf) - [About the Community Foundation](https://cfoncw.org/about-us/) --- ## Contact Information | Name | Title | Email | Phone | |-------------|----------------------------------------|------------------------------|-----------------| | Kelly Price | Director of Programs & Donor Services | kelly@cfoncw.org | 715-845-9555 | | General | Community Foundation of North Central Wisconsin | info@cfoncw.org | 715-845-9555 |

ED & JOYCE CRESKE FAMILY FOUNDATION GRANTS

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