The Shawano Area Fund supports innovative projects and program enhancements that improve the quality of life for Shawano area residents.
Funder: Community Foundation for the Fox Valley Region
Due Dates: August 1, 2026 (Applications open) | October 1, 2026 (Submission deadline)
Funding Amounts: Up to $5,000 per grant; recurring event grants typically not exceeding $2,500/year for up to three years.
Summary: Supports projects and programs that improve the quality of life for Shawano area residents through funding for new initiatives, program enhancements, and small capital investments.
The Shawano Area Fund, managed by the Shawano Area Community Foundation under the Community Foundation for the Fox Valley Region, provides grants to nonprofit organizations and eligible entities for projects that directly benefit the residents of Shawano and the surrounding area. The fund supports creative new activities or services, the enhancement or strengthening of existing programs, small capital investments related to program delivery, and recurring non-fundraising events. The primary goal is to preserve and improve the quality of life in the Shawano region by funding projects that address local community needs.