New Richmond Area Community Foundation Grant

The New Richmond Area Community Foundation (NRACF) offers an annual Fall Grant opportunity to support nonprofit and community-serving organizations that contribute to the well-being of residents in the greater New Richmond, Wisconsin area. The foundation's geographic scope is specifically defined as the region served by the School District of New Richmond. Rooted in community enhancement and localized impact, the NRACF provides small but meaningful grants to eligible applicants looking to fund general operations or specific projects that align with community needs. This grant program is open to a variety of organizational types. Eligible applicants include IRS-designated 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations, government entities, tribal entities, and educational institutions with tax-exempt status. Additionally, organizations that do not independently meet these requirements may still apply if they secure a partnership with a qualified fiscal agent. Importantly, while preference is given to organizations based in New Richmond, entities located outside the area may also apply, provided their proposals clearly benefit residents of the New Richmond area. Funding through the Fall Grant is capped at a maximum of $2,500 per award. These funds can be allocated either toward unrestricted operational costs or for defined programs and projects. There is no specific floor award amount mentioned, and no indication of an overall funding pool or number of awards to be given. Furthermore, there is no matching funds requirement associated with this grant, making it accessible to smaller or resource-constrained applicants. Applications for the FY26 Fall Grant cycle are accepted from June 16, 2025, through September 15, 2025. The program is not offered on a rolling basis and follows a fixed annual cycle. Although there is no explicit mention of the next award date or decision timeline, applicants should plan to submit their materials by the close date to be considered. There are also no preliminary deadlines for letters of intent or similar pre-submission materials. While no detailed list of application questions, estimated completion time, or contact information is provided in the source description, the application process is straightforward. The funder encourages both operational and project-specific applications, highlighting their flexibility in supporting a range of community-benefiting initiatives. Based on historical practices and the structured submission window, applicants can expect the grant to be competitive yet community-centered, with decisions likely aligned with the foundation’s commitment to localized impact. This grant opportunity recurs on an annual basis, with similar timelines expected each year. Given the current open and close dates for FY26, the next expected cycle would likely open in June 2026. Applicants should plan accordingly and revisit the foundation’s materials in early 2026 for updates on the subsequent cycle.