[Berkshire Taconic Community Foundation](https://berkshiretaconic.org)

February 15, 2027

Grants typically range from $1,000 to $3,000; higher amounts possible.

Supports Salisbury and Lakeville nonprofits assisting residents in financial need due to sickness, misfortune, or lack of opportunity.

--- ## Description The Madeleine B. Wildes Fund provides annual grants to nonprofit organizations serving residents of Salisbury and Lakeville, Connecticut, who are in financial need due to sickness, misfortune, or lack of opportunity. Established from the estate of Madeleine Beattie Wildes, the fund is dedicated to perpetuating her legacy of generosity and community care by supporting projects that help disadvantaged individuals maintain independence and improve their quality of life. The fund also contributes to the Neighbor to Neighbor Fund for additional local assistance. --- ## Due Dates - February 15, 2027: Application deadline --- ## Funding Amount - Typical grant awards range from $1,000 to $3,000. - Larger grant amounts may be considered at the discretion of the advisory committee. - A grant report is required by the end of the calendar year. --- ## Eligibility - Only nonprofit organizations are eligible to apply. - Projects must provide support to residents of the Town of Salisbury (including Lakeville) who are in financial need. - Individuals are not eligible to apply directly. - Organizations that discriminate on the basis of age, race, national origin, ethnicity, gender, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, political affiliation, or religious belief are not eligible for funding. --- ## Application Process - Applications must be submitted through the Berkshire Taconic Community Foundation’s online grant portal. - The application will be reviewed by the Madeleine Beattie Wildes Fund advisory committee, composed of Salisbury/Lakeville residents. - The committee’s recommendations are subject to review by the Berkshire Taconic Community Foundation’s board of directors. - Applicants should address the following review criteria: - **Excellence:** Project merit, timing, and qualifications of participants. - **Impact:** Community benefit, target population, and measurable outcomes. - **Ability:** Organizational capacity, matching requirements, and staffing/volunteer support. - A final grant report is required at the end of the calendar year. [Apply through the grant portal](https://www.grantinterface.com/Home/Logon?urlkey=berkshire) --- ## Additional Information - The fund is endowed to provide perpetual support for the Salisbury and Lakeville community. - Grants have historically supported a range of projects, including scholarships and direct assistance to disadvantaged residents. --- ## External Links - [Madeleine B. Wildes Fund program page](https://berkshiretaconic.org/grants/madeleine-b-wildes-fund) - [Berkshire Taconic Community Foundation homepage](https://berkshiretaconic.org) - [Grant application portal](https://www.grantinterface.com/Home/Logon?urlkey=berkshire) --- ## Contact Information | Contact | Details | |----------------------------|---------------------------------------------------| | General Foundation Email | info@berkshiretaconic.org | | Grants Assistance Email | grants@berkshiretaconic.org | | Phone | 413.229.0370 | | Contact Form | [Contact Us](https://berkshiretaconic.org/about/contact-us) |

Madeleine B. Wildes Fund

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