Giving Opportunities Archives

Give Green Grant Recipients Announced!

Posted on March 22, 2022 by Eau Claire Community Foundation

This year's St. Patrick's Day was especially festive for ECCF: On that day, we announced the recipients of bonus grants through our Give Green Grant Catalog. This Grant Catalog, which allowed the public to donate directly to nonprofit funding requests, was part of the celebration of ECCF’s upcoming 25th anniversary. Give Green supports animals, the environment, and fitness opportunities; it’s one of ECCF’s four giving categories. A Grant Catalog for Create Culture, which supports art, literature, music, and museums, took place in July 2021 and raised almost $60,000 for 17…

The 2021 ECCF Annual Report Is Here!

Posted on March 18, 2022 by Eau Claire Community Foundation

You can click below to find: Grantee spotlights Fund holder profiles Women's Giving Circle information And much more! https://issuu.com/eauclaire/docs/2021_eccf_annual_report?fr=sMTI3MTQ5NjQwMQ Please contact the ECCF office at info@eccfwi.org or (715) 552-3801 if you'd like to request a print copy. Thanks for your support!

Access Eau Claire grants help local nonprofits meet accessibility needs

Posted on January 31, 2022 by Eau Claire Community Foundation

A new online grant opportunity is helping Eau Claire area nonprofits increase inclusion initiatives for people with disabilities. Supported by the Access Eau Claire Fund, which was established at the Eau Claire Community Foundation by Dr. Katherine Schneider, these grants will help nonprofits facilitate participation in their organizations by people with disabilities. Although the Access Eau Claire Fund has existed since 2013, this year marks the launch of its online grant applications. Three local nonprofits have been chosen to receive Access Eau Claire grants in 2022: the Boys & Girls…

ECCF Holiday Newsletter

Posted on December 3, 2021 by Eau Claire Community Foundation

Holiday greetings from ECCF! We invite you to read the newsletter below to learn about our latest happenings and end-of-year giving opportunities. https://issuu.com/eauclaire/docs/eccf_winter_2021_newsletter_8.5x11_r1 Thanks as always for your generosity and support. We wish you a warm and joyous holiday season!

Important Year End Giving Dates

Posted on December 1, 2021 by Eau Claire Community Foundation

Please keep the following dates in mind as you plan your year-end charitable giving: HOLIDAY OFFICE HOURS: The ECCF office will be closed on Dec. 24. It will be available to serve you during regular business hours (9:00 am to 4:00 pm) on all other weekdays. TRANSACTION DATES: December 20 is the last day to submit a grant recommendation of more than $5000 for approval from our Board of Trustees. December 29 is the last day to submit 2021 grant recommendations from Donor Advised Funds. December 30 is the last…

Announcing the Royal CU and ECCF Nonprofit Professional Development Fund and Grant Program!

Posted on October 8, 2021 by Eau Claire Community Foundation

Royal Credit Union and ECCF are pleased to announce that they are partnering in the creation of the Royal CU and ECCF Nonprofit Professional Development Fund and Grant Program. The program was first announced at ECCF’s Autumn Social on September 27. This decision comes after careful consideration by both RCU and ECCF towards the current needs of nonprofits in the community. Many nonprofits are without the financial resources to seek or create professional development that would help them help others. With the new grant program, nonprofit staff and board members…

Charter Bank Donates $50,000 to Carson Park Baseball Stadium Renovation Fund

Posted on September 7, 2021 by Eau Claire Community Foundation

The Eau Claire Community Foundation and the Carson Park Baseball Stadium Renovation Committee are pleased to announce that Charter Bank is donating $50,000 to the Carson Park Baseball Stadium Renovation Fund, a fund of the Eau Claire Community Foundation. The Carson Park Baseball Stadium Renovation Project is a partnership between the City of Eau Claire, the users of the stadium, and the many supporters of baseball in the Chippewa Valley. Fundraising efforts continue in order to match the $1.75 million dollars that the City of Eau Claire has already pledged…

Use our Grant Catalog to Support your Favorite Nonprofits!

Posted on July 6, 2021 by Eau Claire Community Foundation

ECCF's first Grant Catalog is accepting donations from July 6-28! You can use it to browse requests from nonprofits in the Create Culture category (music, visual and performing arts, literature, and museums). Donate to any request--or requests--that pique your interest! All nonprofits that raise at least $1000 will be eligible for bonus grants. Make your money work even harder to support the organizations you love! Browse the Create Culture Grant Catalog

In Memoriam: Shirley Hillman

Posted on June 7, 2021 by Eau Claire Community Foundation

Shirley Hillman Shirley Hillman, who recently passed away, was a shining light to her family and community. Click here to learn more about her life and accomplishments. The ECPD K-9 Fund, which supports the expenses of canine officers in the Eau Claire Police Department, was close to Shirley's heart; that's why her family is honoring her by collecting donations to this Fund. You can click the button below to donate, or you can write a check to ECCF/K9 Hillman and mail it to: Eau Claire Community…

Ramone’s Supports ECCF Through Cash for a Cause

Posted on February 15, 2021 by Eau Claire Community Foundation

Ramone's manager Sara Nerbonne presents its Cash for a Cause check to ECCF Program Specialist Rebecca White Body. Ramone's Ice Cream Parlor doesn't just sell delicious treats; it also supports the community by raising money for local nonprofits through its Cash for a Cause program. ECCF is honored to have been chosen as the January Cash for a Cause recipient. Enough loyal customers braved the elements to contribute $749.68, which will support grants to local nonprofits through ECCF's Community Fund. We sincerely thank Ramone's Ice Cream…