Wisconsin Community Fund Grants for Youth is a grant from the Community Foundation of North Central Wisconsin that funds projects and programs making a positive impact on the greater Wausau area and Marathon County. The Wausau Marathon County Impact Grants support initiatives that enhance quality of life, address specific community needs, or build organizational capacity for higher levels of service.

Eligible applicants must be 501(c)(3) charitable organizations operating in the Wausau area or Marathon County. Awards range from $1,000 to $100,000 depending on project scope, with application deadlines in February, May, August, and October. Applicants are required to discuss project ideas with the Director of Programs and Donor Relations before submitting, especially first-time applicants.

The Community Foundation of North Central Wisconsin Community Grants Community Grants Elizabeth Robinson 2025-12-15T17:07:59+00:00 The Community Foundation matches funding from various funds with innovative ideas of nonprofits meeting nearly every area of community need. To begin the process of applying for a grant, follow the steps below.

Wausau Marathon County Impact Grants provide funding for projects and programs that most effectively make a positive impact on the greater Wausau area and Marathon County. The checklist and guidelines linked below will help determine if your project or program is eligible for consideration. Are you a charitable 501(c)(3) organization?

Does your project or program directly enhance the quality of life in the greater Wausau area or other communities within Marathon County? Will your project make a long-term, tangible difference in meeting a specific community need, or will it provide capacity-building resources to escalate your organization to a higher level of service?

Application Deadline: February 3, May 5, August 4, and October 27 Grant Range: $1,000 to $100,000 depending on the scope of the project Notification: By the end of the month the application is reviewed (March, June, September, or December) Applicants must discuss their project ideas with Kelly Price, Director of Programs and Donor Relations, prior to completing an application, especially if this is the first time you are submitting an application to the Community Foundation.

The Community Arts Grant Fund encourages cooperation and expansion of arts opportunities within our area. Grants are awarded for projects and programs that reinforce the quality and diversity of the arts in north central Wisconsin.

The organization applying for funds must be a nonprofit entity that serves Marathon County Project must provide a quality arts or arts-related activity or experience There must be a public component (e.g. concert, exhibition, performance, etc.) to the project The grant request can be for no more than 50% of the total project costs Each organization is allowed to submit one application annually Application Deadline: April 15th Grant Range: Requests cannot exceed $5,000 Notification: By the end of May BEYOND PENCILS & CRAYONS GRANTS (Marathon County) Beyond Pencils and Beyond Crayons Grants are available to K-12 teachers throughout Marathon County to initiate innovative and creative projects and programs that enhance their curriculum.

Through a competitive review process, our selection committee looks for proposals that fill a specific need, are cost-effective, provide educational value, and demonstrate a sense of community. Are you an educator teaching at a school located in Marathon County? Do you have an innovative and creative project to enhance your current curriculum?

Is it a project or program that would not generally be funded through the school district budget? Will your project be completed in the current school year?

We are specifically looking for projects that will: Enrich the educational experience – are educational and fun Motivate and inspire students and educators Demonstrate a sense of community Application Deadline: September 30 Grant Range: Up to $5,000 Notification: By October 31 ED & JOYCE CRESKE FAMILY FOUNDATION GRANTS The Ed & Joyce Creske Family Foundation Fund is a way for the Creske family to continue to give back to the community and the people that have been good to them during their lifetime.

Requests for funding are limited to charitable organizations that serve central Wisconsin – specifically Lincoln, Marathon, and Portage Counties. Preference will be given in the review process to charitable causes that directly affect the community of Mosinee.

Application Deadline : The first business day of September If you have any questions during the application process, you can contact Kelly Price, Director of Programs and Donor Relations. Proposals are accepted for specifically identified projects and programs that will benefit nonprofit organizations located in communities formerly served by Mid Wisconsin Bank.

The following guidelines are taken into consideration: Applications are accepted from charitable, tax-exempt, organization located in communities where a Mid Wisconsin Bank was previously located (listed on the guidelines below) For specific projects or programs in the areas of: Health and Human Services; Community, Cultural, and Economic Development; Educational and Vocational Programs; or Environmental Enhancement Requests are limited to nonprofit organizations – not individuals We do not fund political or strictly religious purposes Applications are also not accepted from churches, schools, or political groups If the applying organization receives federal or state funding, it is ineligible.

The local level of a national or state organization may be considered for funding. Applications will not be accepted from organizations that have received a grant in the past two years.

Application Deadline: October 15 Grant Range: Grants generally do not exceed $1,000 Notification: By the end of November Applicants are strongly encouraged to discuss their project ideas with the program officer prior to completing an application – especially if this is a first-time application submitted to the Mid Wisconsin Foundation Legacy Fund. The Murco Foundation board of directors reviews grant applications on an annual basis.

Applications are considered from nonprofit organizations serving the greater Wausau area and Marathon County. The focus of their funding is for the advancement of education and the arts in our community. See grant guidelines for more information.

Application Deadline: First business day of September Notification: Within 45 days of application deadline Applicants can forward questions regarding their proposal to the Murco Foundation representative. CLYDE F. SCHLUETER FUND GRANTS The Clyde F.

Schlueter Fund continues to honor the original intent of Mr. Schlueter’s generosity.

The advisory committee generally makes recommendations for grants to nonprofit organizations for projects that: Serve the greater Wausau area Promote growth in character and service of area youth through physical, social, intellectual, and mental training Provide for civic improvements Adhering to the original foundation’s intent, the following will generally not be funded from the Clyde F.

Schlueter Fund: School-related athletic programs and projects Operating expenses or debt retirement Projects and programs that are more appropriately funded with public funds or tax revenues Application Deadline: First business day of September Notification: Within 3-4 weeks of the deadline WAUSAU & MARATHON COUNTY PARKS & RECREATION FOUNDATION GRANTS The Wausau & Marathon County Parks & Recreation Foundation Fund was established within the Community Foundation of North Central Wisconsin in 1990.

The Parks Foundation board of directors meets bi-monthly to review applications and awards grants through the Community Foundation. The Wausau & Marathon County Parks & Recreation Foundation is organized to secure and broaden resources for parks and recreational activities in Wausau and Marathon County. Grant requests will be considered based on this purpose.

Applications are considered from nonprofit organizations serving the greater Wausau area and Marathon County, Wisconsin, that improve the recreational resources and activities of our area.

Application Deadline: First business day of February, April, June, August, October, and December The Boulder Junction Community Foundation awards grants for projects that meet community needs and innovative ideas to preserve and enhance Boulder Junction for present and future generations. This is accomplished through an application review and grant process.

Applications are evaluated with consideration to the policies, funding objectives, and mission of the Boulder Junction Community Foundation: to preserve and enhance Boulder Junction for present and future generations. Application Deadline : April 10 and September 10 Questions? Please contact Mary at info@boulderjunctioncf.

org Grants awarded by the Merrill Community Foundation provide funding for projects and programs that enhance the lives of Merrill’s residents and visitors. The checklist and guidelines linked below will help determine if your project or program is eligible for consideration. Are you a registered nonprofit organization with 501(c)(3) tax-exempt status?

Does your project or program aligns with the Foundation’s charitable mission in areas such as human services, education, health and wellness, arts and culture, environmental stewardship, and community development? Will your project be implemented within a two-year timeframe?

Submission Deadlines: April 10 and September 10 Notification: Applicants will receive notification within four weeks of the deadline Discuss your project idea with a member of the Advisory Board before completing an application, especially if this is the first time you are applying for a grant from the Merrill Community Foundation. Contact the Advisory Board at info@merrillcf. org .

MERRILL COMMUNITY FOUNDATION BEYOND CRAYONS & COMPUTERS GRANTS Beyond Crayons & Computers Grants are available to K-12 teachers in the Merrill Community to initiate innovative and creative projects and programs that enhance their curriculum.

Through a competitive review process, our selection committee looks for proposals that enrich the educational experience, motivate and inspire students, educators, and the community, fill a specific need, are cost-effective, are educational and fun, and demonstrate a sense of community. First Application Deadline: November 10, with funding decisions by December 1. Project completion by the end of the current school year.

Second Application Deadline: February 10, with funding decisions by March 1. Project completion by the end of the following school year. Grant Range: Up to $2,000 Let’s Start a Conversation.

The Community Foundation of North Central Wisconsin is committed to helping your organization thrive. Grants awarded through funds administered within the Community Foundation allow our donors to fulfill their charitable giving objectives. Contact Kelly for helpful information on the application process before beginning your application.

Or call Kelly at (715) 845-9555 Kelly Price | Direct of Programs & Donor Services