Grants in Wisconsin: 84+ Funding Opportunities

Organizations in Wisconsin can access federal grants open to all states, Wisconsin-specific state agency funding, regional foundation awards, and corporate giving programs. GrantAQ tracks every active grant available to Wisconsin nonprofits, schools, municipalities, and small businesses — and uses AI to match your organization to the funding you actually qualify for.

84+

Grants Available

$28.5M

Total Funding Tracked

$1.2M

Average Award

WI

State

Top Funding Categories in Wisconsin

philanthropygeneraleducationhealth

Active Grants in Wisconsin

Fund For Wisconsin Scholars Inc — Grants Program
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Fund For Wisconsin Scholars Inc

Fund For Wisconsin Scholars Inc is a private foundation based in Madison, WI. In 2023, the foundation distributed $12,937,302 in grants. Total assets: $271,955,838. Primary focus area: philanthropy. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $2.0MRolling deadline
The Robert D And Patricia E Kern Family Foundation Inc — Grants Program
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The Robert D And Patricia E Kern Family Foundation Inc

The Robert D And Patricia E Kern Family Foundation Inc is a private foundation based in Waukesha, WI. In 2023, the foundation distributed $54,002,017 in grants. Total assets: $841,791,534. Primary focus area: philanthropy. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $2.0MRolling deadline
Joseph And Vera Zilber Family — Grants Program
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Joseph And Vera Zilber Family

Joseph And Vera Zilber Family is a private foundation based in Milwaukee, WI. In 2023, the foundation distributed $11,942,457 in grants. Total assets: $356,779,401. Primary focus area: philanthropy. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $2.0MRolling deadline
Northwestern Mutual Life Foundation Inc — Grants Program
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Northwestern Mutual Life Foundation Inc

Northwestern Mutual Life Foundation Inc is a private foundation based in Milwaukee, WI. In 2023, the foundation distributed $25,418,833 in grants. Total assets: $89,532,935. Primary focus area: education. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $2.0MRolling deadline
Lynde And Harry Bradley Foundation Inc — Grants Program
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Lynde And Harry Bradley Foundation Inc

Lynde And Harry Bradley Foundation Inc is a private foundation based in Milwaukee, WI. In 2023, the foundation distributed $54,397,943 in grants. Total assets: $987,072,699. Primary focus area: philanthropy. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $2.0MRolling deadline
Herbert H Kohl Charities Inc — Grants Program
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Herbert H Kohl Charities Inc

Herbert H Kohl Charities Inc is a private foundation based in Milwaukee, WI. In 2024, the foundation distributed $10,434,780 in grants. Total assets: $8,025,976. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

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Argosy Foundation — Grants Program
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Argosy Foundation

Argosy Foundation is a private foundation based in Milwaukee, WI. In 2023, the foundation distributed $14,525,208 in grants. Total assets: $43,726,835. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

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American Family Insurance Dreams Foundation Inc — Grants Program
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American Family Insurance Dreams Foundation Inc

American Family Insurance Dreams Foundation Inc is a private foundation based in Madison, WI. In 2023, the foundation distributed $10,201,399 in grants. Total assets: $18,187,407. Primary focus area: philanthropy. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $2.0MRolling deadline
We Energies Foundation Inc — Grants Program
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We Energies Foundation Inc

We Energies Foundation Inc is a private foundation based in Milwaukee, WI. In 2023, the foundation distributed $14,606,325 in grants. Total assets: $84,175,202. This foundation makes grants to individuals as well as organizations. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $2.0MRolling deadline
U S Bancorp Foundation — Grants Program
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U S Bancorp Foundation

U S Bancorp Foundation is a private foundation based in Milwaukee, WI. In 2023, the foundation distributed $38,232,206 in grants. Total assets: $162,530,488. Primary focus area: philanthropy. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $2.0MRolling deadline
Bader Philanthropies Inc — Grants Program
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Bader Philanthropies Inc

Bader Philanthropies Inc is a private foundation based in Milwaukee, WI. In 2023, the foundation distributed $32,697,652 in grants. Total assets: $24,467,566. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $2.0MRolling deadline
Madison Gas & Electric Foundation Inc — Grants Program
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Madison Gas & Electric Foundation Inc

Madison Gas & Electric Foundation Inc is a private foundation based in Madison, WI. In 2023, the foundation distributed $1,555,161 in grants. Total assets: $41,183,747. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $500KRolling deadline
Raymond And Marie Goldbach Foundation Inc — Grants Program
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Raymond And Marie Goldbach Foundation Inc

Raymond And Marie Goldbach Foundation Inc is a private foundation based in Marathon, WI. In 2023, the foundation distributed $1,225,025 in grants. Total assets: $55,100,979. Primary focus area: philanthropy. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $500KRolling deadline
Husco Foundation — Grants Program
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Husco Foundation

Husco Foundation is a private foundation based in Milwaukee, WI. In 2023, the foundation distributed $1,200,450 in grants. Total assets: $59,898,974. Primary focus area: education. This foundation makes grants to individuals as well as organizations. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $500KRolling deadline
Legacy Foundation Of Central Wisconsin Inc — Grants Program
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Legacy Foundation Of Central Wisconsin Inc

Legacy Foundation Of Central Wisconsin Inc is a private foundation based in Wisc Rapids, WI. In 2024, the foundation distributed $7,157,521 in grants. Total assets: $141,322,300. Primary focus area: health. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $500KRolling deadline
Sentry Insurance Foundation Inc — Grants Program
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Sentry Insurance Foundation Inc

Sentry Insurance Foundation Inc is a private foundation based in Stevens Point, WI. In 2023, the foundation distributed $6,165,920 in grants. Total assets: $9,132,755. Primary focus area: philanthropy. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $500KRolling deadline
Johnson Family Foundation Tr — Grants Program
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Johnson Family Foundation Tr

Johnson Family Foundation Tr is a private foundation based in Racine, WI. In 2023, the foundation distributed $1,461,500 in grants. Total assets: $58,035,377. Primary focus area: philanthropy. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $500KRolling deadline
Richard And Ethel Herzfeld Foundation Inc — Grants Program
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Richard And Ethel Herzfeld Foundation Inc

Richard And Ethel Herzfeld Foundation Inc is a private foundation based in Milwaukee, WI. In 2023, the foundation distributed $2,310,832 in grants. Total assets: $76,210,557. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $500KRolling deadline
Siebert Lutheran Foundation Inc — Grants Program
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Siebert Lutheran Foundation Inc

Siebert Lutheran Foundation Inc is a private foundation based in Milwaukee, WI. In 2023, the foundation distributed $4,232,576 in grants. Total assets: $118,579,599. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $500KRolling deadline
Julie And Doug Baker Jr Foundation — Grants Program
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Julie And Doug Baker Jr Foundation

Julie And Doug Baker Jr Foundation is a private foundation based in Milwaukee, WI. In 2023, the foundation distributed $1,523,200 in grants. Total assets: $13,618,710. Primary focus area: philanthropy. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $500KRolling deadline
Kohler Foundation Inc — Grants Program
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Kohler Foundation Inc

Kohler Foundation Inc is a private foundation based in Kohler, WI. In 2023, the foundation distributed $1,001,603 in grants. Total assets: $371,490,118. This foundation makes grants to individuals as well as organizations. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $500KRolling deadline
Laniakea Charitable Foundation — Grants Program
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Laniakea Charitable Foundation

Laniakea Charitable Foundation is a private foundation based in Milwaukee, WI. In 2023, the foundation distributed $2,562,506 in grants. Total assets: $11,403,621. Primary focus area: philanthropy. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $500KRolling deadline
Hendricks Family Foundation Inc — Grants Program
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Hendricks Family Foundation Inc

Hendricks Family Foundation Inc is a private foundation based in Beloit, WI. In 2023, the foundation distributed $3,424,874 in grants. Total assets: $59,771,625. Primary focus area: philanthropy. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $500KRolling deadline
Brookhill Foundation — Grants Program
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Brookhill Foundation

Brookhill Foundation is a private foundation based in Milwaukee, WI. In 2023, the foundation distributed $2,763,418 in grants. Total assets: $14,208,191. Primary focus area: philanthropy. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $500KRolling deadline

Frequently Asked Questions: Wisconsin Grants

What types of grants are available in Wisconsin?

Wisconsin organizations can access federal grants (open to all states), Wisconsin-specific state agency grants, regional foundation grants, and local community foundation awards. Federal programs represent the largest pool; state agency grants often have shorter application cycles and local preference.

Do I need to be incorporated in Wisconsin to apply for state grants?

For most Wisconsin state agency grants, yes — organizations must be registered to do business in Wisconsin and often must demonstrate primary service delivery within the state. Federal grants are open regardless of incorporation state, provided your program serves eligible populations.

How do I find Wisconsin state grant opportunities?

Wisconsin state agency grants are published through the state grants portal, individual agency websites (health department, arts commission, housing finance agency, etc.), and GrantAQ's aggregated database. GrantAQ pulls all active state grants alongside federal and foundation opportunities so you see everything in one place.

What is the deadline cycle for Wisconsin grants?

Wisconsin state grant deadlines vary widely by agency. Many education and health grants align with the state fiscal year (often July 1). Community development grants may have spring deadlines. Federal grants follow agency-specific cycles. GrantAQ tracks all deadlines and sends alerts before they close.

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