Wisconsin grants for City or township governments

This program provides financial assistance to local governments, tribes, and federal agencies in Wisconsin for the development, maintenance, and rehabilitation of ATV and UTV trails to promote safe and sustainable off-road recreation.

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations and government entities for projects that help seniors over 60 in Door County, Wisconsin, maintain their health and independence at home.

This program provides funding to nonprofit organizations and small businesses in specific areas of Racine County for educational projects or programs.

This program provides funding to support innovative arts projects in Racine County, Wisconsin, encouraging collaboration among local artists, schools, and nonprofit organizations.

This funding opportunity provides financial support for projects that improve housing and community services for low and moderate-income individuals in Eau Claire, Wisconsin.

This grant provides financial support to individual artists and nonprofit organizations in Madison for cultural programs and artistic activities that promote inclusivity, community engagement, and arts education.

This program provides funding to local governments in Wisconsin to improve transportation infrastructure that supports new business development and job creation.

This program provides financial assistance to local and regional transit authorities in Wisconsin for planning studies and strategies to improve public transportation services.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to community organizations and local governments in Sauk County for projects that enhance local arts, humanities, and historic preservation efforts.

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations and government entities in Brown, Kewaunee, and Oconto counties to support innovative projects that address community needs in areas such as education, health, and the arts.

This funding opportunity supports nonprofit organizations in Racine to host events that attract visitors from outside the area, encouraging overnight stays and showcasing the city's culture and attractions.

This grant provides funding to organizations and groups that create projects improving public parks and outdoor recreation in Spokane County, with a focus on benefiting underserved communities and promoting inclusivity.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to local organizations, schools, and tribes in Wisconsin to develop and implement programs that promote safe and ethical hunting practices, particularly targeting adults, women, and families.

This grant provides financial support to nonprofit organizations and governmental bodies in select Wisconsin counties to improve health and prosperity in their communities.

This program provides early-stage companies in Kenosha, Wisconsin, with free mentorship, resources, and support to help them grow and prepare for investment opportunities.

The MadiSUN Backyard Solar Grant Program access to solar power for Madison-based community organizations and affordable housing providers that serve City of Madison residents. Donor Name: RENEW Wisconsin State: County: All Counties Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 09/01/2024 Size of the Grant: $10,000 to $100,000 Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: Through an expansion of the MadiSUN solar program funded by the City of Madison, the Backyard Solar program awards grants to non-profit organizations or affordable housing providers to assist them in installing solar systems. Funding Information Grants will fund $250 for every 1 kilowatt of solar energy installed, with a maximum grant amount of $10,000 for solar installations of less than 100 kilowatts. Solar installations equal to or more than 100 kilowatts can receive a maximum grant amount of $15,000. $50,000 of total grant funds are available. Grant Period Organizations receiving a grant have 12 months to complete their solar projects. Eligibility Criteria  This application is for nonprofit 501(c)3 organizations located within the City of Madison only. Applicants should plan to include provide proof of 501(c)3 status with this application. For more information, visit RENEW Wisconsin.

The Urban Forestry Catastrophic Storm Grants is for tree repair, removal or replacement within urban areas following a catastrophic storm event for which the governor has declared a state of emergency under s. 323.10, Wis. Stats. Donor Name: Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources State: Wisconsin County: All Counties Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 08/27/2024 Size of the Grant: $10,000 to $100,000 Grant Duration: 1 Year Details: A catastrophic storm means damage to urban forests caused by snow, ice, hail, wind or tornado. Catastrophic storm does not include insect infestation or disease, forest fire, drought or water saturation due to flooding. Funding Information  Grants range from $4,000 to $50,000. Grant Period 1 Year. Eligible Costs Eligible costs are limited to damaged tree repair, removal or replacement within urban areas in the geographic area covered by the state of emergency and incurred as a direct result of the catastrophic storm event for which the governor has declared a state of emergency. Eligible costs are those necessary for—and consistent with—damaged tree repair, removal or replacement. Costs must be documented and reasonable. Eligible costs include regular wages and fringe benefits of people working directly on tree repair, removal or replacement (overtime costs are not eligible) and cost of services, supplies, equipment or facilities used for tree repair, removal or replacement. Costs reimbursed by another funding source (including federal disaster assistance or insurance) are not eligible. Eligibility Criteria Cities, villages, towns, counties, tribes and 501(c)(3) organizations that have experienced damage to an urban forest as a direct result of a catastrophic storm event for which the governor has declared a state of emergency are eligible to apply for an urban forestry catastrophic storm grant. Private property owners are not eligible for this funding. Urban forest damage must have occurred in an area with a minimum of 100 residents per square mile. Residential density is determined from statistics provided by the Wisconsin Demographic Services Center [exit DNR] according to U.S. Census Bureau data. For more information, visit Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources.

Applicants are invited to apply for the 2024-2025 Sparks Grant Program. Donor Name: Wisconsin Board for People with Developmental Disabilities State: County: All Counties Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 09/06/2024 Size of the Grant: $1000 to $10,000 Grant Duration: 1 Year Details: The 2024-2025 Sparks grants are designed to: Provide people with disabilities more social connections by participating in inclusive, meaningful community activities. Help individuals and organizations understand how to offer and implement more inclusive programming. Encourage community members to get to know someone with a disability and improve overall attitudes about people with disabilities. Funding Information Grants range from $500 to $5,000. Uses of Funds Examples of what you can do with the grant.  Make school extracurriculars accessible to students with disabilities and be intentional about inviting them to participate. Host a community conversation to talk about ways to meaningfully include people with disabilities in community programs. Work on an idea or tow over the next year. Implement innovative ways to make families with children with disabilities feel welcome in their faith community. Eligibility Criteria The Foundation is looking for groups or individuals who want to be more inclusive of people with disabilities but are not sure how to do it. Traditionally underserved groups are especially encouraged to apply. Examples include:  Faith-based, civic and nonprofit groups School districts Municipalities or local governments such as community recreation programs Family groups Individuals or groups with strong connections to their community For more information, visit WBPDD.

The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources offers urban forestry startup grants ranging from $1,000 to $5,000 for small projects in tree care and management, including planting, pruning, removal, and education, available to cities, villages, towns, counties, tribes, and nonprofits that are starting or resuming a community-wide tree care program.

Madison Community Foundation’s Community Impact grants advance initiatives that have a long-term impact on the community and the lives of people living here. Donor Name: Madison Community Foundation State: Wisconsin County: Dane County (WI) Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 06/03/2024 Size of the Grant: Not Available Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: MCF’s grantmaking supports opportunities to strengthen innovative or high-performing nonprofits, and invest in the initiatives and natural and cultural assets that create a thriving community. Community Impact grants will be used to provide grants in five focus areas that improve the quality of life for residents in greater Madison. Arts & Culture: Grants build and support Dane County’s vibrant arts scene. Community Development: Grants enhance the quality of life by strengthening the unique natural and cultural assets found in Dane County, investing in neighborhoods, enhancing equity and building bonds among residents. Environment: Grants preserve natural spaces by supporting conservation, restoration, education and policy-making. Learning: Grants support public K-12 academic achievement and learning, out-of-school-time programs, GED-equivalent and transition-to-adult programs. Organizational Capacity Building: Grants strengthen the infrastructure and long-term impact of Dane County nonprofits. Grant Categories  These grants fall into three broad categories: Program Grants support new programs or the expansion of existing programs that have a track record of success. Capital Grants support the construction, purchase and renovation of facilities, land acquisition, and occasionally the purchase of vehicles or equipment. Endowment Challenge Grants build capacity and sustainability by helping nonprofits leverage additional funds and incorporate endowment fundraising as a regular part of their ongoing development program. Typically, endowment challenge grants are two-to-one matches but may vary by the size of the grant awarded. mmunity and the lives of people living here. Grantmaking Criteria  Long-term impact on residents or physical environments in Dane County. Meaningful, reasonable and measurable outcomes. Innovative approaches to address community issues. Strengthen and enhance community assets. Build self-sufficiency of individuals or organizations. Attract additional funding. Use partnerships or collaborations. Sustainable beyond the scope of the grant. Eligibility Criteria  Organizations must meet the following criteria: Public charities, exempt from federal income taxes under section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code, or governmental bodies, including schools and municipalities, as long as the project is above and beyond regular budgeted items and does not fill budget gaps. Organizations must be located, and projects must take place, within the borders of Dane County. The one exception is endowment challenge grants, for which there is no geographic limitation. But the resultant endowment fund must reside at MCF. Conduct business without discrimination on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability, ancestry, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, or arrest or conviction record, or any other discriminatory basis prohibited by applicable local, state and federal law (“Anti-Discrimination Status”). Repeat grant applicants who are in good standing with MCF and propose a new project that fits within the focus areas are welcome to submit subsequent proposals. However, when having to choose between projects, an applicant that has not been funded regularly may have an edge over one that has. Local communities with community or education foundations that are unaffiliated with the Madison Community Foundation must submit a letter of support from the local foundation as part of the application process. For more information, visit MCF.