Brillion Area Family of Funds Endowment Fund

The Brillion Area Family of Funds Endowment Fund, managed by the Community Foundation for the Fox Valley Region, is designed to support the well-being and development of the Brillion, Wisconsin community. The Community Foundation, a private philanthropic organization, partners with the Brillion Advisory Board to determine funding priorities, ensuring that grant money is allocated in ways that preserve and improve the quality of life for Brillion residents. The foundation is committed to strengthening local nonprofits through targeted grantmaking that addresses both immediate needs and longer-term community enhancement. This grant program supports a broad range of project types. Funding is available for new programs, events, studies, or one-time projects that demonstrate creativity and address identified community needs. Additionally, the fund supports enhancements to existing programs that expand the reach, improve quality, or strengthen the infrastructure of services provided by local nonprofits. Small capital investments directly tied to service delivery—such as equipment needed to improve accessibility or fulfill basic operational requirements—are also eligible for support. Each grant award is limited to a maximum of $5,000. Notably, the fund does not support general operating expenses that are unrelated to a proposed project, nor does it consider applications from organizations that do not serve Brillion residents. These funding limitations help ensure that every dollar awarded directly impacts the local community. All applicants must comply with the Community Foundation’s general grant policies, including eligibility requirements for nonprofit status, compliance with nondiscrimination practices, and adherence to guidelines regarding faith-based funding. The application cycle opens on February 1 and closes promptly on April 1 at 11:59 p.m. Central Time. Applications must be submitted through the Community Foundation’s Grant Portal. First-time applicants are encouraged to consult the Grant Portal landing page, which contains FAQs, registration instructions, and tutorials. Once registered and logged in, applicants must navigate to the “Apply” page and search for the Brillion Area Family of Funds Endowment Fund to begin the process. There are no pre-application requirements such as letters of intent or concept papers mentioned in the available materials. Although specific evaluation criteria are not publicly disclosed, funding decisions are made jointly by the Brillion Advisory Board and the Community Foundation, indicating a localized, strategic review process. For applicants needing support, Donor Services Manager Kelly Hicks is the primary point of contact and can be reached at 920-702-7655 or via email at [email protected]. The Foundation's main office is located in Appleton, WI, and operates standard weekday office hours. This grant appears to be offered on an annual basis, as indicated by the set calendar cycle. Assuming the pattern continues, the next anticipated cycle would open in February 2027. The regularity of this cycle supports strategic planning for prospective applicants aiming to prepare ahead for the next round.