Community Impact Grants

The Community Impact Grants program is administered by the Community Foundation of Dunn County, an organization dedicated to improving the quality of life in the Dunn County region. With a mission centered on serving the common good, the Foundation works with generous donors to deploy discretionary and purpose-specific funding to local initiatives. These grants reflect the Foundation's commitment to fostering arts, culture, education, health, environmental stewardship, and overall civic well-being through targeted investments in nonprofit organizations and community-based groups. This grant program represents the Foundation's core funding mechanism and operates on a biannual cycle, with two competitive deadlines each year on February 1 and August 1. These grants are open to nonprofit organizations and community groups that propose projects or services aligned with key focus areas including arts, culture, heritage, the environment, recreation, education, health, humanitarian needs, and other civic initiatives. Grant awards typically range from $500 to $5,000 or more, reflecting both the Foundation’s capacity and the diverse needs of local organizations. The intent is to support a wide array of projects that contribute to a vibrant and sustainable community. There are no stated restrictions regarding specific eligible uses or cost share requirements within the information provided. This suggests flexibility in how funds may be applied, so long as the proposal aligns with the overarching goal of community impact and falls within the eligible categories. The process encourages a broad range of applicants with various types of programming that benefit residents of Dunn County. The application process follows a standard competitive format, with submission requirements and guidelines provided through the Foundation’s official channels. There are two fixed annual deadlines, but no specific information is provided about a required Letter of Intent, concept paper, or other pre-application gating mechanisms. The application portal is open to any qualifying organization, and applicants are encouraged to contact the Foundation directly with questions. Evaluation of proposals is conducted by the Foundation’s review team, with selections based on alignment with funding priorities, the quality of the proposed project, and the anticipated community benefit. Award notifications likely follow each cycle’s submission deadline, although the exact timeline for notification and disbursement is not detailed in the available materials. Performance periods are not specified, leaving flexibility for short- or medium-term projects based on the scope and nature of the funded work. Interested applicants are advised to adhere closely to the stated deadlines and may contact the Foundation via email at [email protected] or by phone at 715-232-8019 for additional details or assistance with the application process. As a recurring opportunity, the Community Impact Grants continue to provide vital support to initiatives that make meaningful contributions across Dunn County, fostering sustainable growth and civic engagement.