Eau Claire County Community Agency Funding Program

The Eau Claire County Community Agency Funding Request Application is a grant opportunity coordinated by Eau Claire County, Wisconsin, to provide financial support to local organizations that contribute to the county’s strategic priorities and serve its residents. The program anticipates distributing approximately $250,000 in funding during the 2027 fiscal year, covering the period from January 1 to December 31, 2027. This funding initiative is designed to strengthen partnerships between community agencies and the county government, emphasizing collaborative solutions that address pressing local needs. The application process places significant importance on alignment with the Eau Claire County Strategic Plan and statutory responsibilities. Applicants must demonstrate how their work directly supports the county’s goals, responds to documented community needs, and enhances service delivery without duplicating existing programs. Collaboration with County departments is highly encouraged and viewed favorably in the evaluation process. All proposals are subject to a rigorous and standardized review process, using a 100-point scoring rubric to ensure fairness and transparency. The rubric evaluates several core criteria: strategic alignment and collaboration (30 points), measurable outcomes and performance (25 points), level of service to county residents (20 points), financial transparency and stewardship (15 points), and sustainability and risk management strategies (10 points). High-scoring proposals will clearly define realistic, data-driven outcomes, include sound financial documentation (such as audited statements and cost allocation methods), and outline contingency plans in case of funding changes. Organizations that cannot demonstrate sufficient impact, fiscal responsibility, or alignment may receive reduced or no funding. Eligibility for this grant is limited to community organizations that can provide documented services benefiting Eau Claire County residents. All applicants must complete the designated application form and respond to all relevant questions. Incomplete or late applications will not be considered. The submission must be made electronically by email, including all required attachments and supporting documentation, with each funding request submitted separately. If multiple applications are submitted by the same organization, the applicant must rank the requests in order of priority within their submission email. Applications are due no later than 4:00 PM on June 1, 2026. Late or incomplete submissions will not be reviewed. Once received, applicants will receive a confirmation email to verify successful submission. After submission, a designated county review committee will evaluate proposals using the scoring rubric, and final funding decisions will be made through Eau Claire County’s internal budget approval process. Funding awards are not guaranteed upon application and may be partially fulfilled depending on available resources and proposal quality. This opportunity is not recurring and does not include pre-application requirements such as letters of intent or concept papers. Award notifications and implementation are expected to align with the county’s fiscal cycle beginning in January 2027. The grant does not indicate any restrictions on indirect costs or fiscal sponsorship arrangements, although fiscal transparency and financial documentation are critical evaluation elements. The opportunity is local in scope and only open to entities serving Eau Claire County, Wisconsin.

Prioritize alignment with county priorities, measurable outcomes, and financial transparency.