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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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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,...
$300k Strong! A WGC Membership Meeting Recap
Thank you to everyone who joined us for the April 23rd Membership Meeting, and warm appreciation as well to those who support the Women’s Giving Circle from afar. Whether you attended, renewed your membership, or simply continue supporting this important work, you are...
grant and scholarship opportunities
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...
Apply for a Grant from the Women’s Giving Circle: Deadline June 1
The Women’s Giving Circle of Dunn County was established to strengthen the spirit of women and children through collaborative philanthropy, giving, and granting. The WGC strives to empower women to become stronger and self-sufficient in order to improve the quality of...
Brunn/Schley Scholarship for Future Builders
Bruce Schley and Roger Brunn were longtime friends and construction colleagues with a shared passion for working with their hands and shooting the breeze – especially if that breeze was in the woodshop, on a golf course, or at a vacation getaway. Bruce graduated from...
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Community Foundation of Dunn County
People who care. Causes that matter. Since 1995.
Every child deserves the opportunity to discover the joy of reading in a way that works best for them.
Congratulations to Colfax Public Library as a recipient in our 2026 February Grant Cycle with a $2,500 grant for their Read Without Barriers Program!
This project will expand access to reading materials through large print books, Vox talking books, and PlayAways, helping support children with low vision and diverse learning needs.
By creating more accessible reading opportunities, Colfax Public Library is helping make even MORE possible for young readers and families throughout the community.
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Housing stability creates the foundation for healthier families, stronger communities, and greater opportunity.
We’re pleased to recognize West CAP as a recipient in our 2026 February Grant Cycle with a $5,000 grant for the Dunn County Housing Choice Voucher Program.
This program provides monthly rent assistance to low-income households, helping individuals and families access safe, stable housing while easing financial pressure during challenging times.
By helping community members remain securely housed, West CAP is helping make more possible for families across Dunn County.
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A stable home can make all the difference for a family facing difficult circumstances.
We’re honored to support Stepping Stones of Dunn County through our 2026 February Grant Cycle with a $5,000 grant for Homelessness Prevention.
This funding will help provide critical assistance to working families experiencing housing challenges, helping prevent eviction and maintain stability during times of crisis.
Programs like this help make even more possible by keeping families safely housed, reducing stress, and providing support before challenges become emergencies.
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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.
