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Community Impact Fund - Community Foundation of Southern Wisconsin What is a Community Fund? A Community Fund allows individuals and groups to contribute time and money toward the betterment of a specific community. Each community fund has a volunteer advisory board comprised of local members who encourage the growth of the fund and oversee distributions in the form of grants.
These grants are awarded to community projects and programs based on the changing needs of that community. The Community Foundation of Southern Wisconsin oversees 16 community funds in its nine-county service area. Since its founding in 2022, the Community Impact Fund has granted more than $108,000 across the southern Wisconsin region.
The Community Impact Fund’s Grant Program aims to provide up to a $10,000 grant for large-scale projects, programs or services that have lasting influence within southern Wisconsin. Applications should be focused on one or more of the following: program/technology/facility expansion or enhancement, organizational and program viability , or multi-community collaborations that address systemic challenges.
Applicants should be advised that grant requests will be considered with financially sustainable and broad-reaching outcomes , such as: Areas not currently represented by a local CFSW Community Fund Projects that go beyond the funding capacities of local or regional resources due to their size, scope, or long-term impact relative to the size of the community or organization The Community Impact Fund is an endowment of the Community Foundation of Southern Wisconsin.
As an endowment, the assets grow over time, while the investment on its principal is used for grant-making. This endowment is a permanent resource that supports causes and organizations across southern Wisconsin. The more the endowment grows, the more grants can be awarded annually.
Applicants must be a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, school or government agency located in the following counties: Rock, Walworth, Green, Grant, Lafayette, Crawford, Vernon, Iowa. Projects or programs may include services in multi-county/multi-community areas. (Can be services in counties not included in the county list above, but applicant must serve at least one of the counties listed above.)
Projects or programs should serve a life-enhancing and community-strengthening purpose, such as growth or change, and be a result of demonstrated strategic thought and planning. Grant applications should be written for funding between $5,000-$10,000. Applications accepted April 5 – June 1.
Deadline for submission of application: June 1, 11:59 p. m. Grant awards announced by November.
Annual grant application deadline: June 1 Tips and tools for you to use as you prepare your application. Print out this PDF as you prepare your grant for a quick checklist of your progress. Donations to the Community Impact Fund are welcome at any time of the year.
All gifts are tax deductible. Mail a check to this address, or click the button to donate online. Community Foundation of Southern Wisconsin Donor Services Representative Wyatt Jackson, President/CEO The Fund is advised by a committee of community volunteers who initiate fundraising activities and determine grant awards: Community Foundation Board of Directors
Based on current listing details, eligibility includes: Nonprofits, local school districts, and local government agencies serving Crawford, Grant, Green, Iowa, Lafayette, Rock, Sauk, Vernon, and Walworth counties in Wisconsin. Applicants should confirm final requirements in the official notice before submission.
Current published award information indicates Award amounts vary Always verify allowable costs, matching requirements, and funding caps directly in the sponsor documentation.
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Federal grant success rates typically range from 10-30%, varying by agency and program. Build a strong proposal with clear objectives, measurable outcomes, and a well-justified budget to improve your chances.
Requirements vary by sponsor, but typically include a project narrative, budget justification, organizational capability statement, and key personnel CVs. Check the official notice for the complete list of required attachments.
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Review timelines vary by funder. Federal agencies typically take 3-6 months from submission to award notification. Foundation grants may be faster, often 1-3 months. Check the program's timeline in the official solicitation for specific dates.
Many federal programs offer multi-year funding or allow competitive renewals. Check the official solicitation for continuation and renewal policies. Non-competing continuation applications are common for multi-year awards.
The Monroe Fund, a component of the Community Foundation of Southern Wisconsin (CFSW), offers competitive grants to nonprofit organizations serving residents within the Monroe School District boundary. Eligible projects include enhancement of parks and public spaces, historic and cultural preservation, youth activities and facilities, education, the arts, and health and human services. Applications must be submitted online at cfsw.org by April 15, 2026, at 11:59 p.m. Incomplete or late applications will not be considered, and mailed or emailed submissions are not accepted. Successful grantees are notified by mail and recognized at a reception in June. Grant funds must be used within 10 months of the award.
The Argyle Community Fund (ACF) is a permanent endowment established in 2000 as part of the Community Foundation of Southern Wisconsin, dedicated to enhancing quality of life in the Argyle area. Each year, the ACF redistributes a portion of its earnings through competitive grants supporting education, youth programs, elderly services, health care, historic preservation, the arts, and the environment. Eligible applicants include nonprofit organizations, the local school district, and local government agencies offering charitable programs that benefit the Argyle community. The advisory board selects grant recipients annually, with a deadline of October 1. Since its founding, the fund has contributed nearly $169,000 to the community.
Darlington Area Community Fund Grants is a grant program from the Community Foundation of Southern Wisconsin that funds charitable, educational, historical, and cultural projects benefiting the Darlington, Wisconsin community. Established in 1999, this permanent unrestricted endowment has distributed over $79,000 to the community since its founding. Each year, a volunteer advisory board awards grants to nonprofit organizations, the local school district, and government agencies based on the community's changing needs. Eligible applicants include nonprofits serving the Darlington area. Applications are reviewed annually by local board members who lead the grant distribution process. Deadline is November 1, 2026.