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The Foundation has been creating a better Dunn County each year for the past 25 years. Since 1995, we have been helping donors express their passion for giving. Our passion is to promote charitable giving that creates a permanent source of capital to benefit and enrich the quality of life for everyone in the Dunn County Area. Read all about what we do, how we do it and how we help make Dunn County a great place to live, work and play!
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OUR CORE MISSION
The Community Foundation’s core mission is serving the common good of the Dunn County region. We are grateful for the visionary donors who entrust the Foundation to deploy monies to address local needs through discretionary funding, and/or through specialized funds designated for a specific charitable purpose.
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Dunn County Veterans Memorial Bricks Available
The Community Foundation of Dunn County is currently accepting requests for new bricks for the Dunn County Veterans Memorial located at the intersection of 6th Ave. and Crescent Street in downtown Menomonie. The cost is $250 per brick. The Veterans Memorial Brick...
Jeans & Jewels Smashes Records for CFDC’s 30th Anniversary
The Community Foundation of Dunn County hosted its annual Jeans & Jewels Gala on Saturday, November 1st at the UW–Stout Memorial Student Center, welcoming 300 guests for an evening of philanthropy and celebration. The event was generously supported by Platinum...
First “Be a GEM” Package Delivered to The Neighbors
On Wednesday, following the Jeans & Jewels Gala, we had the joy of delivering the very first “Be a GEM” package to The Neighbors of Dunn County!A Gift in Loving MemoryThe Neighbors’ GEM package was donated by David Chung in loving memory of his wife, Barbara,...
grant and scholarship opportunities
Now Accepting Grant Applications – Deadline Feb 1
The Community Foundation of Dunn County is currently accepting grant applications from Dunn County area nonprofits, government organizations and community groups that support the betterment of Dunn County. Eligible areas of interest include the arts, culture, health,...
Pop-Up! Workshop: Grant Writing 101
Don’t miss out on the Community Foundation of Dunn County’s Pop-Up! Workshop: Grant Writing 101! Tuesday, January 13, 2026, 3-4pmMenomonie Market Food Co-op814 Main St. E, Menomonie This is a great opportunity for local nonprofits or eligible government/public...
Donor-advised funds: Your new best friend?
A donor-advised fund is one of many types of funds that an individual, family, or business can establish with the Community Foundation of Dunn County. You’re likely more aware of donor-advised funds than other types of funds because they are frequently covered in...
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🧱Honor a Veteran with a Memorial Brick🧱
The Community Foundation of Dunn County is now accepting requests for new bricks at the Dunn County Veterans Memorial in downtown Menomonie (6th Ave. & Crescent Street). Each brick is $250 and can be inscribed with up to 57 letters, numbers, or spaces.
The Veterans Memorial Brick Program began on Flag Day in 2000, when more than 300 bricks were dedicated. Today, over 500 veterans from all branches and eras of service are honored. No residency required.
The Foundation coordinates the brick program and manages the Dunn County Veterans Memorial Endowment Fund, which helps maintain the memorial for future generations.
🗓 Order by February 1, 2026
All new bricks will be formally dedicated at the Flag Day Ceremony on Sunday, June 14, 2026.
➡️ For details or to request an order form:
📞 715-232-8019
📧 lforster@cfdunncounty.org
Help us continue this meaningful tradition by honoring the veterans in your life.
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🚨 Grant Opportunities + Free Workshop for Dunn County Nonprofits! 🚨
The Community Foundation of Dunn County is now accepting Community Impact Grant applications for projects that strengthen Dunn County in areas like arts and culture, health, education, environment, recreation, basic needs, and more. Applications are due Sunday, February 1, 2026, by 5 PM.
Apply for a grant 👉: cfdunncounty.org/receive/grants/
To help you prepare, we’re also hosting a free Pop-Up! Workshop: Grant Writing 101 on January 13th from 3:00-4:00 PM at the Menomonie Market Food Co-op. This session is perfect for organizations new to grant writing or anyone wanting a quick refresher. We’ll cover the 7 Steps to Writing a Successful Grant, evaluation criteria, CFDC funding opportunities, and other Dunn County funding resources.
💡Who should attend?
Nonprofits, government and public agencies, and community groups serving Dunn County.
💬 Have questions? Contact Ray Pagenkopf at 715-232-8019 or rpagenkopf@cfdunncounty.org.
Register for the free Grant Writing Workshop 👇https://cfdunncounty.org/pop-up-grantwriting101/
Let’s make 2026 a powerful year of community impact! Join us, apply, and help move Dunn County forward!
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CFDC is a public charity, tax exempt under IRS Code 501(c)(3) with the goal of improving the quality of life in our area. The purpose of the CFDC is to create a pool of charitable funds that are used for philanthropic good. We manage funds, invest assets and use the earnings from these investments to award grants to a wide variety of non-profit organizations and community groups for charitable purposes.
