WELCOME TO THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF DUNN COUNTY
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 COREÂ 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.Â
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Event: Flag Day – Sunday, June 14
The Community Foundation of Dunn County and Downtown Menomonie, Inc. will host their annual ceremony on Flag Day at the Dunn County Veterans Memorial in Menomonie. Join us at 1:00 pm to honor local veterans and induct new bricks at the memorial across the street from...
Volunteers Strengthen Communities and the Economy
Across the United States, millions of volunteers dedicate their time and energy to making a difference. They help neighbors, serve communities, and provide expertise. No matter what kind of volunteer work they do, they contribute in invaluable ways. Independent...
Celebrate Nonprofits at our Annual Luncheon
We look forward to celebrating our February grant cycle recipients with you on  Thursday, April 3011:30am - 1:00pmTanglewood Greens2200 Crestwood Drive, Menomonie Lunch is includedWraps: ham, turkey, chicken salad, Caesar chickenSides: chips, fruit, pickle,...
grant and scholarship opportunities
Competitive Grant Deadline – August 1
Are you part of an organization that is making a positive impact or meeting critical needs in Dunn County?The Community Foundation of Dunn County has competitive grant funding available to area non-profits and charitable groups that support health, the arts, culture,...
Education Without Barriers: Apply for the Haemmerle Scholarship
Dr. James and Gail Haemmerle established a scholarship fund at the Community Foundation, motivated by their strong belief that education is the key that unlocks the door to success in life. They are grateful for the generous donations by strangers who gave them the...
Apply for the Barb Schmelzle Promise Award for Women
The Community Foundation of Dunn County is pleased to offer scholarships for women 18 years of age and older in and around Dunn County who wish to further their education. Barb Schmelzle was a dear and devoted friend to the Menomonie community. She was born in...
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Community Foundation of Dunn County
People who care. Causes that matter. Since 1995.
Life doesn't always follow a straight line — and neither does education.
Maybe you stepped away from school to raise kids, care for a family member, or make ends meet. Maybe life just got in the way. If you're ready to take the next step, there may be funding to help you do it.
The Community Foundation of Dunn County has two scholarships open right now for non-traditional students in our county:
✦ Barb Schmelzle Promise Award for Women — Up to $1,000 for women 18+ who live or work in Dunn County and surrounding areas facing financial need or difficult life circumstances. Can be used for tuition, books, licensing exams, and more.
👉 cfdunncounty.org/schmelzle-promise-award/
✦ Dr. James & Gail Haemmerle Scholarship — Full tuition for students in Menomonie, Colfax, Boyceville, Spring Valley, and nearby Dunn County communities pursuing an associate degree, technical diploma, or certificate. Renewable for up to five years.
👉 cfdunncounty.org/james-and-gail-haemmerle-scholarship/
Deadline for both: July 1 at 5 p.m.
Questions? Reach us at info@cfdunncounty.org or (715) 232-8019.
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The Murals in Menomonie multi-day event is just a few short weeks away! Volume One has everything you need to know!
And don't miss out on the post-event celebratory gala on Saturday, June 27th, where all proceeds will go to the Murals in Menomonie endowment, held right here at the Foundation.
It's going to be an unforgettable experience, and we can't wait to see everyone there!
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Happy Murals in Menomonie month! This unique event is just a few short weeks away (June 24-28), and we are so excited to be part of this historic, large-scale public art event that will bring artists, residents, and visitors together to celebrate creativity, wellness, and community pride.
Watch the video below for a mural sneak peek!
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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.
