These foundations have a track record of funding human services work in Wisconsin, based on IRS 990 grant data. Use the list below to find funders aligned with your mission, then sign up free to see how well your nonprofit fits each one.
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Children and youth servicesArts and cultureHuman services+2 more
Who can apply: Applicants must be nonprofit organizations or other tax-exempt organizations requesting support for a Sheboygan County program, project, or activity. The foundation does not make grants for endowments, for-profit organizations, individuals, or annual fundraising events. Organizations that discriminate on prohibited grounds are not eligible.
Children and youthSocial support servicesHealth-related services and information+8 more
Who can apply: Applicants must be qualified charitable organizations tax exempt under IRS Code 501(c)(3) and not classified as private foundations. The Foundation does not fund individuals, loans, lobbying, fundraising dinners or events, travel, fiscal agents, debt reduction, after-the-fact expenses, or generally excluded organization and program types listed in its guidelines. Organizations may submit a full proposal or a letter of inquiry; LOIs are generally recommended for organizations new to the Foundation or outside the St. Croix Valley. Organizations with 10 or more years of uninterrupted support may apply for two-year grants for general operating or program support beginning in February 2026.
Food insecurityFood pantry capacityFood service equipment and infrastructure+6 more
Who can apply: Open to Network U.S. member agencies in good standing. Applicants must have 10% of the project budget already committed for consideration and must provide 70% of the project funding to be eligible to receive the remaining 30% match. Projects must address capital needs that increase food-service capacity, efficiency, geographic reach, scope, or number of clients served. Staffing and in-kind support do not count toward capital budget costs. Funded agencies must submit progress and final reports, financial documentation, proof of match, and a one-year post-operations narrative.
Community developmentEducationArts and culture+2 more
Who can apply: Organizations must serve Clintonville-area residents. Eligible requests include new activities, program enhancements, small capital investments, and recurring non-fundraising events. Multi-year requests and major capital projects are excluded.
Arts and cultureCommunity and neighborhood developmentEducation+2 more
Who can apply: Eligible recipients must be tax-exempt under Section 501(c)(3), in good legal standing, and located within the applicable company service area unless otherwise noted. Contributions must be paid, not pledged, and no goods or services may be exchanged.
Humanities educationCollege readinessHigher education access+3 more
Who can apply: Colleges and universities interested in launching Knowledge for Freedom programs may apply. Programs must bring low-income high school students to campus for an intensive summer humanities seminar taught by college faculty, use transformative texts, provide college application assistance and a civic engagement or public service project, engage alumni, and present faculty leadership and a sustainability plan. General Teagle guidelines require U.S.-based tax-exempt 501(c)(3) organizations and domestic activities.
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