The Community Foundation of Central Wisconsin focuses on supporting Central Wisconsin communities by enhancing their quality of life through various forms of financial assistance, including scholarships for education.
The Community Foundation of Central Wisconsin runs two competitive grant cycles each year, focusing on projects and programs in Portage and Waushara counties that reflect the Foundation's values and objectives in five key mission areas: Arts & Culture, Education, Environment, Helping People, and Wellness. Grants are capped at $25,000, with larger initiatives encouraged to apply during the Major Projects cycle in the spring. Proposals are reviewed by a community volunteer committee, with the Foundation's Board of Directors making the final funding decisions.