Mineral Point Excellence in Education Fund
This grant supports innovative, community-driven educational projects in the Mineral Point School District that go beyond the regular school budget.
Funder: Community Foundation of Southern Wisconsin
Due Dates (Anticipated): April 2027
Funding Amounts: Typical awards in recent years: $7,000–$8,000 per year; total awarded since inception: $35,800+
Summary: Supports innovative educational programs in the Mineral Point School District through community-driven, privately funded grants.
Key Information: Grants fund projects outside the regular school district budget; decisions made by an independent local advisory board.
Description
The Mineral Point Excellence in Education Fund is an endowment established to provide private charitable resources for the benefit of the Mineral Point School District. Its goal is to support creative and innovative educational programs, recognize outstanding achievement, and foster engagement from local businesses, civic organizations, and the broader community. The fund operates independently of the school district, with grant decisions made by a local advisory board. Grants are designed to support educational programming that falls outside the boundaries of the school district’s regular budget, strengthening the school community through sustained, community-supported investment.
