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

January 2027 (Full application deadline, projected)

Typical awards are less than $3,000; one-year funding.

Supports charitable projects in Winnebago County that enhance youth development, outdoor education, leadership, and provide adaptive equipment for children with disabilities.

--- ## Description This grant from the Oshkosh Area Community Foundation supports charitable projects and programs that further youth development in Winnebago County. The Foundation prioritizes initiatives that: - Foster environmental education and outdoor learning experiences for youth. - Establish new youth services where there is a documented need. - Strengthen existing youth programs, particularly those promoting volunteerism and leadership skills. - Provide adaptive equipment or assistive devices (e.g., walkers, wheelchairs, hearing aids) for children with impairments or disabilities. Proposals are evaluated for their alignment with these priorities, their potential for measurable impact, feasibility, responsiveness to community need, and, for returning applicants, past performance and demonstrated positive outcomes. --- ## Due Dates - January 2027: Full application deadline (anticipated/projected) *All dates are projected based on the annual cycle; check the program page for updates.* --- ## Funding Amount - Grant awards are typically less than $3,000. - Funding is generally for a one-year period. --- ## Eligibility - Applicants must be charitable organizations serving youth in Winnebago County, Wisconsin. - Grants are not awarded to: - Individuals - Private schools - Programs promoting religious activities or specific faith journeys - Capital campaigns - Individual youth travel and exchange programs (e.g., Foreign Exchange, People to People International, service club-sponsored programs) --- ## Application Process - Preview the [Youth Programs application questions](https://www.oshkoshareacf.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Application-Youth-Program.pdf) to prepare your responses. - Submit an [online application](https://www.grantinterface.com/Home/Logon?urlkey=oacf) via the Foundation's grant portal before the deadline. - All applications must be submitted online. - If requested, provide supporting documentation after initial review (e.g., 501(c)(3) determination letter, Board list, financial statements, IRS Form 990). - For returning applicants, you may copy previous application responses and update as needed. --- ## Additional Information - Proposals are assessed for alignment with funding priorities, impact, feasibility, and community need. - Returning applicants must report on past grant use and outcomes. - For inspiration and examples, view [past Youth Program Grant Awards – Spring 2025](https://www.oshkoshareacf.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/FY2025-Summary-of-Youth-Grants.pdf) and [Spring 2024](https://www.oshkoshareacf.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/FY2024-Summary-of-Youth-Program-Grants.pdf). --- ## External Links - [Program page: Youth Programs](https://www.oshkoshareacf.org/apply-for-grants/youth-programs) - [Application portal](https://www.grantinterface.com/Home/Logon?urlkey=oacf) - [Application questions (PDF)](https://www.oshkoshareacf.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Application-Youth-Program.pdf) - [Contact the Foundation](https://www.oshkoshareacf.org/contact-us/) --- ## Contact Information | Name | Role | Email | Phone | |--------------|-----------------------|------------------------------|-------------------| | Amy Putzer | Director of Programs | amy@oshkoshareacf.org | (920) 426-3993 | For general inquiries: [info@oshkoshareacf.org](mailto:info@oshkoshareacf.org) Foundation address: 230 Ohio Street, Suite 100, Oshkosh, WI 54902

Youth Programs

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