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Wisconsin Education Grants

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U.S. Bank Foundation Opportunity Fund
$500,000
U.S. Bank Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Jul 28, 2026

Date Added

May 28, 2025

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations that support affordable housing, economic resilience, financial health, homeownership, and small business development for low- and moderate-income communities across 26 states.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Emberg Charitable Trust Fund
Contact for amount
Emberg Charitable Trust
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Apr 17, 2025

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations and vocational schools in northeastern Minnesota and northwestern Wisconsin to support training programs that prepare students for careers in key local industries like forestry and aircraft maintenance.

Education
Nonprofits
Greater Milwaukee Foundation Grant
$50,000
Greater Milwaukee Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Sep 18, 2025

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations in the Milwaukee area that focus on equity and support projects in areas such as arts, aging, early childhood education, small business development, environment, and medical research.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Beyond Crayons & Computers Grants
$1,000
Community Foundation of North Central Wisconsin
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 7, 2024

This funding opportunity is designed for Pre-K to 12th grade teachers in the Merrill School District to support innovative and engaging projects that enrich the educational experience for students and the community.

Education
Individuals
Regular Grants
$25,000
Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 14, 2024

This funding opportunity provides financial support to Wisconsin cities, towns, counties, tribes, and nonprofit organizations for projects that improve urban tree management, maintenance, and education.

Environment
Nonprofits
James E. Dutton Foundation Grant
Contact for amount
James E. Dutton Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Sep 22, 2025

This grant provides funding to organizations focused on environmental conservation, wildlife protection, and nature-related education, primarily benefiting projects in Wisconsin and the greater Midwest.

Environment
Nonprofits
Midland States Bank Foundation Grant
$25,000
Midland States Bank Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Sep 10, 2025

This grant provides financial support to nonprofit organizations that enhance education, workforce development, financial empowerment, housing, small business growth, and health initiatives for communities within the bank's service areas, particularly benefiting low- to moderate-income populations.

Business and Commerce
Nonprofits
Community Needs Grants
$6,500
Community Foundation of Chippewa County
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Aug 26, 2025

This program provides financial support to nonprofit organizations and public charities in Chippewa County, Wisconsin, for projects that address critical community needs across various sectors, including arts, education, health, and the environment.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Arts and Culture Organizations in Wisconsin
$500,000
Ruth Foundation for the Arts
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Nov 15, 2024

This grant provides funding to small and mid-size nonprofit visual and performing arts organizations in Wisconsin to support innovative projects that promote equity, cultural sustainability, and community engagement.

Arts
Nonprofits
Northwestern Bank School Mini-Grants in Wisconsin
$350
Northwestern Bank
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Aug 26, 2025

This grant provides financial support to educators in Chippewa County for innovative projects that enhance student learning and community engagement in grades 3 through 8.

Education
Individuals
Neighborhood Partnership Grant
$10,000
Brown County United Way
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Oct 17, 2024

This grant provides funding to community-based organizations in Brown County that aim to improve the quality of life for residents, particularly those facing economic challenges, through initiatives focused on health, education, financial stability, and community connection.

Employment Labor and Training
Nonprofits
Fort Atkinson Community Grant
Contact for amount
Fort Atkinson Community Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 2, 2025

This funding opportunity supports nonprofit organizations in Fort Atkinson, Wisconsin, that are working on innovative projects to improve the community's quality of life.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Arts, Humanities & Historic Preservation Grants
$4,000
Sauk County Economic Development Committee
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Dec 31, 2024

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.

Arts
City or township governments
Hunter R3 (Recruitment, Retention And Reactivation) Grant Program
$25,000
Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Dec 8, 2023

This grant provides financial support to individuals and organizations in Wisconsin for projects that promote safe and ethical hunting by recruiting new hunters, especially adults, women, and families, while addressing barriers to participation.

Recreation
City or township governments
Merrill Area Beyond Crayons & Computers Grants
$1,000
Community Foundation of North Central Wisconsin
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 10, 2024

This grant provides funding for innovative and creative projects that enhance the educational experience for Pre-K to 12th grade teachers and students in the Merrill School District.

Education
Individuals
Kohler Foundation Grants
$10,000
Kohler Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 18, 2025

This grant provides funding for innovative arts and education projects in Sheboygan County and rural Wisconsin, prioritizing initiatives that demonstrate community impact and scalability.

Arts
Nonprofits
Waupaca Area Community Foundation Fund Grant
$7,500
Waupaca Area Community Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 15, 2025

This grant provides funding for innovative projects that improve the quality of life in the greater Waupaca area, supporting local organizations in areas such as arts, education, community development, environment, and health services.

Arts
Nonprofits
2024 Outstanding Teacher Award for Wisconsin Teachers
$10,000
Wisconsin Farm Bureau Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Sep 30, 2024

This grant recognizes and rewards Wisconsin teachers who effectively integrate agricultural concepts into their classroom curricula, promoting agricultural literacy among students.

Agriculture
County governments
Union Pacific Community Ties Giving Program
$30,000
Union Pacific Railroad
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Apr 14, 2025

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations in communities served by Union Pacific to support projects that enhance community safety, workforce development, and overall community vitality.

Community Development
Nonprofits
UW Valleys Community Impact Grant
$25,000
United Way St. Croix & Red Cedar Valleys (UW Valleys)
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Feb 12, 2025

This grant provides financial support to nonprofit organizations in six counties of Western Wisconsin to improve health, education, and financial stability for local residents.

Infrastructure
Nonprofits