Wisconsin grants for Special district governments
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Jul 31, 2024
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Dec 9, 2023
Grant Program: EC-SDC Grant Program for OTM / Non-Profit NN Systems Funding Organization: Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) Contact Information: - Application Questions: [email protected] - Technical Program Coordinator: Briana Harter, [email protected], (608) 893-0709 Program Intent: The EC-SDC Grant Program aims to provide financial assistance to Other-Than-Municipal (OTM) and non-profit Non-Transient Non-Community (NN) public water systems serving small or disadvantaged communities in addressing emerging contaminants, specifically PFAS and manganese. Eligibility: 1. Applicants must be the owner or authorized representative of an OTM or non-profit NN public water system. 2. The public water system must serve a community with a population less than 10,000. 3. The public water system must have either PFAS or manganese contamination. Project Eligibility: Projects must include actions to address PFAS or manganese contamination. Eligible items include project planning and design, technical assistance, construction or treatment to address contamination (such as consolidation with another water system, new well construction and old well abandonment, and treatment installation). Application Process: 1. Review the eligibility requirements and grant announcement. 2. Develop your project plan, considering technical assistance if needed. 3. Complete all application materials once they become available on Jan. 16, 2024. 4. Submit the application materials and required documents to [email protected]. 5. The DNR will review complete applications and attachments. 6. If approved for a grant award, the DNR will notify you. 7. Reimbursement requests can be submitted quarterly for eligible expenses incurred. Deadlines: Application period opens on Jan. 16, 2024. Application period deadline: July 31, 2024. Funding: Eligible projects may receive funding up to $240,000 per public water system. $3 million is allocated for eligible PFAS projects, and $1 million for eligible manganese projects. Grant award payments are made on a reimbursement basis. Reimbursement Materials: Materials will be available once
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Jan 27, 2025
This grant provides funding to rural public transit providers in Wisconsin to improve and maintain essential transportation services for residents in non-urbanized areas.
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Dec 9, 2023
This program provides financial support to Wisconsin fire departments and county fire associations to improve their capabilities in fighting forest fires through equipment, training, and resources.
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Dec 19, 2025
This program provides funding to designated emergency communication centers in Wisconsin to implement advanced technology and training for improved 9-1-1 services.
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Jan 27, 2025
This program provides funding for employers to create tailored training programs that equip unemployed, underemployed, and current workers with essential skills and credentials to meet workforce demands in Wisconsin.
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Sep 3, 2025
This funding opportunity supports nonprofit organizations and public entities that enhance economic development and civic pride in Duluth, Minnesota, and Superior, Wisconsin, through community-driven projects and initiatives.
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Jan 19, 2026
This funding opportunity supports established farmers markets in a designated rural area, helping them enhance marketing, technology, education, and community engagement to strengthen local economies and foster community connections.
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Sep 3, 2025
This grant provides financial support to nonprofit organizations that assist low-income individuals and families with basic needs while also promoting animal welfare in the Boreal Waters Community Foundation area.
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May 22, 2025
This grant provides funding for conservation projects that restore and enhance habitats for monarch butterflies and other native pollinators, targeting nonprofit organizations, government entities, tribal groups, and educational institutions.
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Jul 1, 2024
This funding opportunity provides financial support to businesses, local and tribal governments, and nonprofits in Wisconsin to establish electronics recycling sites, particularly in underserved areas, while requiring a 20% matching contribution.
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Sep 3, 2025
This grant provides financial support to nonprofit organizations in Douglas County, Wisconsin, to deliver essential relief and welfare services to individuals and families impacted by disasters.
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May 31, 2026
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Jan 19, 2026
This funding opportunity provides financial support to rural volunteer fire, rescue, and ambulance departments for essential emergency response equipment and life-safety tools to enhance their capabilities and ensure responder safety.
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May 21, 2025
This funding opportunity provides financial support to local nonprofits and public agencies in designated U.S. states to initiate and promote community-driven historic preservation projects.
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Jan 27, 2025
This program provides funding to improve transportation options for seniors and individuals with disabilities in Wisconsin, supporting projects like vehicle purchases and mobility management services.
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Aug 26, 2025
This program provides financial support to nonprofit organizations and public charities in Chippewa County, Wisconsin, for projects that address critical community needs across various sectors, including arts, education, health, and the environment.
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Dec 12, 2025
This program provides financial support to nonprofit organizations and community entities that assist families during pregnancy and the critical early years of a child's life in a six-county region of Minnesota and Wisconsin.
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Nov 8, 2024
This program provides financial support to Wisconsin public school districts and tribal schools for establishing and expanding high-tech fabrication laboratories that enhance STEAM education and prepare students for future careers in advanced manufacturing and technology.
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Sep 4, 2024
This grant provides financial support to nonprofit organizations and government agencies in Wisconsin that promote oral health care and education for underserved populations.
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Sep 3, 2025
This grant provides funding to arts organizations in the Boreal Waters Community Foundation Service Area for special projects that feature guest artists and enhance local cultural experiences through performances, workshops, and exhibitions.


