Grants from the Fond du Lac Area Foundation support innovative, research-driven projects that address community needs and enhance quality of life in Fond du Lac and Dodge Counties, Wisconsin.
Funder: Fond du Lac Area Foundation
Due Dates: July 31, 2026 (FDL Unrestricted Grant Cycle II & Impact Grant) | October 1, 2026 (Beaver Dam Area Community Foundation Grant Cycle II & Impact Grant) | October 15, 2026 (Oakfield Community Foundation) | January 15, 2027 (FDL Unrestricted Grant Cycle I) | February 15, 2027 (Oakfield Community Foundation) | April 1, 2027 (Beaver Dam Area Community Foundation Grant Cycle I)
Funding Amounts: Typical awards: $500–$5,000 (FDL Unrestricted), $100,000 max (FDL Impact, up to 2 years), $500–$2,500 (Beaver Dam Area), $5,000–$10,000 (Beaver Dam Impact), $25,000 max (Rural Vitality), varies (Oakfield, Fondy 100 Gives)
Summary: Grants support innovative projects and nonprofits that improve quality of life in Fond du Lac and Dodge Counties, with multiple cycles and funding streams for local impact.
The Fond du Lac Area Foundation, along with its affiliates (including the Beaver Dam Area Community Foundation and Oakfield Community Foundation), offers a diverse suite of grant opportunities to empower nonprofits, schools, and community groups serving Fond du Lac and Dodge Counties in Wisconsin. These grants are designed to foster innovation, address community needs, promote sustainability, and enhance the quality of life for area residents. Opportunities include unrestricted biannual grants, larger impact grants, targeted community foundation cycles, and special initiatives such as Rural Vitality and Fondy 100 Gives. All applications are managed through an online portal for streamlined and equitable review.