Evansville Fund
The Evansville Fund awards grants to support arts, education, health and human services, and historic preservation projects that benefit the Evansville community.
Funder: Community Foundation of Southern Wisconsin
Due Dates: October 1, 2026 (Annual grant application deadline - Evansville Fund)
Funding Amounts: Recent annual awards total ~$40,000; individual grants typically range from several hundred to several thousand dollars; 1-year funding.
Summary: Supports charitable projects in Evansville that advance the arts, education, health and human services, and historic preservation.
Description
The Evansville Fund is a permanent, charitable endowment managed by the Community Foundation of Southern Wisconsin. Established in 1996, the Fund distributes a portion of its annual earnings as grants to support the evolving needs of the Evansville community. Funding priorities include projects and programs in the arts, education, health and human services, and historic preservation. The Fund is overseen by a volunteer advisory board comprised of local residents who conduct fundraising and determine grant allocations. Grants are awarded annually to eligible organizations serving the Evansville area.
