[Oshkosh Area Community Foundation](https://www.oshkoshareacf.org)

March 2027

Up to $5,000 per award; typically for one-year projects.

Supports charitable projects providing essential resources and promoting stability for vulnerable residents in Green Lake County and the City of Ripon.

--- ## Description This grant supports nonprofit organizations delivering essential services to vulnerable residents in Green Lake County and the City of Ripon. The fund aims to build community well-being by supporting projects that address food insecurity, temporary shelter, health and wellness, children's basic needs, and programs that foster resilience and self-sufficiency. Funding priorities include community care, improving health and wellness for vulnerable populations, supporting youth, and building long-term stability for individuals and families. --- ## Due Dates - March 2027 (anticipated/projected) *All dates are projected based on the annual cycle; check the program page for updates.* --- ## Funding Amount - Maximum grant request: up to $5,000 per project. - Grant duration: typically for activities occurring within one year. - Funding is intended for charitable projects, not for ongoing organizational support or capital campaigns. --- ## Eligibility - Eligible applicants are nonprofit organizations serving Green Lake County or the City of Ripon. - Projects must address basic needs, health, or resilience for vulnerable populations in the specified geographic area. - The fund does **not** support: - Individuals - Endowment or capital campaigns - Programs promoting religious activities - Political or lobbying activities --- ## Application Process - Applications must be submitted online via the [Oshkosh Area Community Foundation grant portal](https://www.grantinterface.com/Home/Logon?urlkey=oacf). - Review and preview the [application questions](https://www.oshkoshareacf.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/application-green-lake-basic-needs-FY2026.pdf) before applying. - Required materials may include: - 501(c)(3) determination letter - Board of Directors list - Organizational financials (income statement, balance sheet) - Most recent IRS Form 990 - If you have applied previously, you may copy responses from past applications to save time (see [applicant tutorial](https://support.foundant.com/hc/en-us/articles/4523861991575-Applicant-Tutorial-Copy-Request) for instructions). - Applications are reviewed after the deadline; decisions are typically communicated within 4–6 weeks. --- ## Additional Information - Funding is competitive; priority is given to projects that demonstrate clear community impact, address urgent needs, and promote long-term stability. - Applicants are encouraged to contact the foundation to discuss project ideas or alignment before submitting. --- ## External Links - [Program Page & Guidelines](https://www.oshkoshareacf.org/apply-for-grants/green-lake-basic-needs) - [Online Grant Application Portal](https://www.grantinterface.com/Home/Logon?urlkey=oacf) - [Preview Application Questions (PDF)](https://www.oshkoshareacf.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/application-green-lake-basic-needs-FY2026.pdf) - [Past Grant Awards (2025)](https://www.oshkoshareacf.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/FY2025-GLBN-Grants-Summary.pdf) - [Applicant Tutorial: Copy Request Responses](https://support.foundant.com/hc/en-us/articles/4523861991575-Applicant-Tutorial-Copy-Request) --- ## Contact Information | Name | Role | Email | Phone | |-----------------|------------------------|----------------------------------|--------------------| | Amy Putzer | Director of Programs | amy@oshkoshareacf.org | (920) 426-3993 ext. 105 | For general inquiries, visit the [Contact Us page](https://www.oshkoshareacf.org/contact-us/).

Green Lake Basic Needs

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