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Grants for Local Projects is a grant from the Wisconsin Department of Administration that funds capital infrastructure projects with a statewide public purpose, continued under 2025 Wisconsin Act 15. Eligible organizations include non-state, not-for-profit entities such as local governments and nonprofits; for-profit entities are not eligible.
Applicants must have at least 50 percent of total project costs covered by nonstate revenue at the time of application. The state retains an ownership interest equivalent to the grant amount, enforced through a warranty deed and a 20-year land use restriction agreement. Project awards are capped at $2 million.
The application period closed November 21, 2025, following Governor Evers' September 2025 press release announcing the new funding round.
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Grants for Local Projects (Non-State Grant Program) Grants for Local Projects (Non-State Grant Program) Update! Governor Evers has launched a new round of funding for this program. See the Governor’s September 2025 Press Release for more information.
Grant Application Period Closed on November 21st at 5pm. Have questions about the program? Review the list of Frequently Asked Questions .
An overview of the program timeline is available Welcome to the Grants for Local Projects program, an initiative dedicated to supporting organizations in their pursuit of construction projects with a statewide public purpose. We are excited to collaborate with you to create a positive impact on communities across Wisconsin.
The program was continued by 2025 Wisconsin Act 15 , which provides: Purpose: The program offers funding to organizations for capital infrastructure projects that benefit the broader public. Eligible Organizations: Entities eligible for grants are non-state organizations that are not a for-profit entity. Examples of eligible organizations include local governments and nonprofits.
Match Requirement: To be eligible for a grant, organizations must have funding in hand from nonstate revenue sources covering at least half of the total project cost at the time of application. Accountability: The state will retain an ownership interest in the project equivalent to the grant amount to ensure it fulfills its public purpose. As such, if a grant-funded project deviates from its public purpose, the amount can be recouped.
To implement this, the ownership interest will take the form of a warranty deed, and a 20-year land use restriction agreement (LURA) will be recorded with the county register of deeds. Due to anticipated high demand, project awards will be capped at $2 million. The Department of Administration (DOA) will review applications and submit a recommended award package to the State Building Commission for its approval.
Upon award and a fully executed grant agreement and land use restriction agreement (LURA), the DOA will disburse the grant funds as reimbursements for eligible expenses associated with the project.
Based on current listing details, eligibility includes: Non-state organizations that are not for-profit entities, including local governments and nonprofits. Applicants should confirm final requirements in the official notice before submission.
Current published award information indicates Not specified Always verify allowable costs, matching requirements, and funding caps directly in the sponsor documentation.
The current target date is rolling deadlines or periodic funding windows. Build your timeline backwards from this date to cover registrations, approvals, attachments, and final submission checks.
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.
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