Platteville Community and Excellence In Education Funds
Grants support science, education, arts, health, environment, and historic preservation projects that improve quality of life in Platteville, WI, with a focus on unmet community and school district needs.
Funder: Community Foundation of Southern Wisconsin
Due Dates: April 15, 2027 | September 15, 2026
Funding Amounts: Typical annual grants total $36,000–$40,000; individual awards vary, recent education grants ranged from ~$1,300 to $9,400.
Summary: Grants support community enhancement and educational initiatives in the Platteville, WI area.
Description
The Platteville Community and Excellence In Education Funds are permanent charitable endowments managed by the Community Foundation of Southern Wisconsin. These funds provide financial support for projects that enhance the quality of life in the Platteville area, including the arts, education, health and human services, the environment, and historic preservation. The Platteville Community Fund, established in 2002, awards grants to a broad range of community projects, while the Excellence in Education Endowment Fund, started in 2021, specifically addresses educational needs within the Platteville School District that are not covered by the regular school budget. Grants are awarded twice annually through a competitive process overseen by a local volunteer advisory board.
