Community Foundation of Dunn County invites applications for Teacher Mini-Grants

The Community Foundation of Dunn County (CFDC) is now accepting applications for its annual Teacher Mini-Grant Program, open to faculty and staff across Dunn County school districts, including Boyceville, Colfax, Elk Mound, and Menomonie.

This competitive program provides funding to teachers, public education support professionals, and staff to support projects that enhance learning and improve overall academic achievement. Typical grants range from $250 to $750 and are awarded annually.

Eligible requests may include:

• Innovative projects that engage and motivate students and improve academic success

• Collaborative projects between classes, schools, or with community organizations and businesses

• Tangible program materials that will continue to serve the district beyond the grant period

Special Consideration in SDMA: Thanks to the Kari Jo Bostrom Memorial Fund, up to $1,000 is available each year for projects in the School District of the Menomonie Area (SDMA) that align with Kari’s passions. Eligible projects may include history-related experiences or research projects, field trips to museums or veterans’ memorials, or initiatives that immerse students in culture and the arts.

Important Dates:

• Application Deadline: Thursday, November 6, 2025, by 4:00 PM

• Funding Decisions: Within 8 weeks of the deadline

• Funds Issued: Late December/early January, for projects scheduled this spring or next fall

Please note that grant funding cannot be used for reimbursements.

Faculty and staff are encouraged to apply online through the Foundation’s Grant Lifecycle Manager, which can be found on the CFDC website cfdunncounty.org.

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