US Bancorp Foundation Support for Wisconsin Communities
Nonprofit organizations in Wisconsin working on economic and workforce advancement, safe and affordable housing, or community arts and culture may be eligible for funding that supports community development and equity-focused programs. Focused on community impact, US Bancorp Foundation invites 501(c)(3) partners, including those with linguistics-related initiatives that fit these priorities, to seek collaborative, high-impact support.
US Bancorp Foundation
Children and Health Funding for Nonprofits from Costco Foundation
U.S. 501(c)(3) nonprofits focused on children, education, or health and human services can apply for monetary support from Costco Foundation to strengthen community programs. Organizations in Wisconsin with linguistics-related services that also address these areas may be eligible if they meet the foundation’s priorities and program criteria.
Costco Foundation
Creag Foundation Innovation Grants in Wisconsin
Wisconsin 501(c)(3) nonprofits with innovative human services or social problem-solving programs can seek invitation-only support that may include linguistics-related initiatives. Focused on new approaches to societal issues, Creag Foundation invites eligible organizations to submit a letter of inquiry if they believe their work represents a novel solution or addresses an unmet need.
Creag Foundation
Dan Paul Foundation Youth Grants in Wisconsin
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations serving youth in Wisconsin can seek funding for programs that support children’s health, education, development, and welfare. The Dan Paul Foundation supports initiatives such as early childhood development, child advocacy, homelessness and poverty services, environmental education, and refugee enrichment, offering up to US $15,000 per year for qualifying projects.
The Dan Paul Foundation
Wisconsin Social Impact Funding via Draper Richards Kaplan
Early-stage, independent nonprofit and impact-first for-profit organizations in Wisconsin and other priority regions can apply for Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation support, with awards up to US $300,000 over three years for scalable social or environmental solutions. Linguistics-focused initiatives that directly benefit underserved communities and can reach at least 10,000 people may be competitive.
Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation
Community Safety and Education Grants from State Farm
Educational institutions, government programs, 501(c)(3) nonprofits, and 501(c)(4) volunteer fire companies in Wisconsin can apply for State Farm Companies Foundation’s Good Neighbor Citizenship grants to support safety, education, and community development initiatives. Funding may benefit linguistics-related programs that address academic success, STEM education, job readiness, financial literacy, or community revitalization in local communities.
State Farm Companies Foundation
Arts and Culture Funding for Nonprofits from Hearst Foundation
U.S.-based 501(c)(3) cultural institutions with audited expenses over $2 million can apply for Hearst Foundation’s culture grants to support arts and science programs, capital projects, and limited general or endowment needs. Grants from William Randolph Hearst Foundation help organizations, including those serving Wisconsin, expand arts education, STEM/STEAM initiatives, and artist development that reach large, diverse audiences.
William Randolph Hearst Foundation
Labcorp Charitable Foundation Grants for Wisconsin Health
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) and equivalent charitable organizations in Wisconsin can seek support for health and welfare, education, and community initiatives through the Labcorp Charitable Foundation. Grants may benefit linguistics-related programs that address community services, health communication, or STEM education as part of broader efforts to improve equitable healthcare access and community well-being.
Labcorp Charitable Foundation
Michael & Susan Dell Foundation Education Grants in Wisconsin
Nonprofit and social enterprise programs serving children and youth in education, health, or family economic stability in Wisconsin and across the U.S. can seek more than US $50,000 for project support or scaling. Michael & Susan Dell Foundation focuses on initiatives benefiting urban low-income communities in the U.S., India, and South Africa.
Michael & Susan Dell Foundation
Community and Education Funding from Roche
Wisconsin charities running humanitarian, education, community, environmental, or arts programs may be eligible for project support that promotes sustainable development and engages local partners and Roche employees. Focused on community, science education, environment, and contemporary arts, Roche invites accredited charities to propose innovative, high-quality initiatives managed and delivered within the country where a Roche affiliate operates.
La Roche, Inc.
Semnani Family Foundation Grants for Health
Nonprofit and humanitarian organizations focused on health, education, and disaster relief can seek funding from the Semnani Family Foundation for programs serving marginalized communities worldwide, including Wisconsin. Focus areas include health care access, women and children’s health, humanitarian aid, and social services. Projects with language or communication components may be a fit.
Semnani Family Foundation
Humanities Program Funding from Wisconsin Humanities
Applications due Aug 15, 2026
Nonprofit and community organizations in Wisconsin can seek support for public humanities programs such as exhibitions, performances, discussions, workshops, films, and oral history projects. Wisconsin Humanities Council awards US $20,001 - US $10,000 major grants for projects where fields like linguistics and other humanities disciplines are central and engage broad public audiences.
Wisconsin Humanities Council
Jesse W Couch Foundation Support for Storytelling
Applications due Sep 25, 2026
Wisconsin 501(c)(3) nonprofits and aligned for-profit organizations seeking to share their impact through storytelling can access funding through the Jesse W Couch Charitable Foundation’s Storytelling Grant. Awards of more than US $50,000 support communications projects for organizations working in preservation, education, or wellness, including environmental conservation, early childhood education, mental health, and related initiatives across the U.S.
Jesse W Couch Charitable Foundation
Robinson Foundation Support for Southern Programs
Applications due Oct 15, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations serving communities in the Southern U.S. can seek funding for education, poverty relief, health, disaster response, families, children, veterans, animal welfare, conservation, and spiritual initiatives. Focused on compassionate service, Robinson Foundation invites established single-year projects that demonstrate fiscal responsibility and clear, tangible impact, including linguistics-related efforts that advance these priorities.
Robinson Foundation
Linguistics Research Funding from Smithsonian Institution
Applications due Oct 16, 2026
Doctoral candidates in linguistics and related fields at Big Ten Academic Alliance universities, including the University of Wisconsin–Madison, can receive up to US $50,000 from the Smithsonian Institution for dissertation research conducted at Smithsonian facilities. Funding supports 3–12 month fellowships with a stipend and research allowance for advanced scholarly projects.
Smithsonian Institution (SI)
Insperity Community Services Grants in Wisconsin
Applications due Oct 16, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations providing community services in Wisconsin can seek philanthropic grants or event sponsorships to support their service and fundraising goals. With a mission to strengthen communities, Insperity provides eligible charities with financial support when they engage Insperity employees, are Insperity clients, or serve communities where employees live and work.
Insperity
Dudley T Dougherty Foundation Grants for Wisconsin Programs
Applications due Oct 31, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in Wisconsin can apply for the Dudley T Dougherty Foundation’s grants to support charitable programs in community services, environmental conservation, and peacebuilding. Organizations with linguistics-related initiatives that intersect with these areas, such as community language access or cultural understanding, may be competitive applicants.
Dudley T Dougherty Foundation Inc
Community Programs Funding for Nonprofits from Georgia-Pacific Foundation
Applications due Oct 31, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations, public schools, and qualified local governments in Wisconsin communities near Georgia-Pacific facilities can seek funding for education, entrepreneurship, environment, and community enrichment programs. Georgia-Pacific Foundation provides support to initiatives that align with its mission and positively impact the long-term well-being and sustainability of local communities it serves.
Georgia-Pacific Foundation
TJX Foundation Grants for Wisconsin Youth Programs
Letter of inquiry due Oct 31, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in Wisconsin located within 15 miles of a TJX store, distribution center, or office can seek funding for basic needs, youth enrichment, workforce readiness, and domestic violence safety programs. The TJX Foundation supports community-focused initiatives that help vulnerable children and families build better futures; linguistics-related programs may be eligible if they fit these priorities.
The Tjx Foundation Inc
Wisconsin Environmental Funding via Lawrence Foundation
Applications due Nov 1, 2026
Wisconsin 501(c)(3) public charities, public schools, and libraries working on environmental or human services programs can seek general operating or project support from the Lawrence Foundation, with typical awards of US $5,000 - US $10,000. Organizations whose linguistics initiatives intersect with these areas, such as community or environmental communication projects, may be eligible.
Lawrence Foundation
Ameriprise Financial Community Grants in Wisconsin
Applications due Jan 15, 2027
Wisconsin linguistics and community-focused 501(c)(3) nonprofits can access funding through Ameriprise Financial for programs that meet basic needs, support community vitality, or are strongly volunteer-driven. Eligible U.S.-based organizations must show measurable outcomes, financial stability, and may work on hunger relief, housing, economic development, arts education, or adult self-sufficiency initiatives.
Ameriprise Financial
Education and Social Service Funding from Dr Scholl Foundation
Letter of inquiry due Jan 31, 2027
Wisconsin linguistics and language-focused 501(c)(3) organizations can access funding through Dr Scholl Foundation for education, social service, health care, civic, cultural, or environmental projects. U.S.-based nonprofits with at least three years of financial activity may receive US $5,000 - US $25,000 in one-year project support through this annual October–March grant cycle.
Dr Scholl Foundation
Health Information Outreach Funding from National Library of Medicine
Applications due Mar 31, 2027
With a mission to improve access to biomedical and health information, the National Library of Medicine provides Wisconsin organizations and other Network members with funding to expand health information outreach and education. Eligible member institutions can receive US $25,000 for projects that enhance health literacy, train professionals, or improve technology access, especially for underrepresented populations.
National Library of Medicine
Community Services Funding from O'Reilly Automotive Foundation
Applications due Apr 15, 2027
Wisconsin nonprofits working on community services like economic stability, workforce development, health and social services, or disaster relief can access funding through O'Reilly Automotive Foundation for project, general operating, or capital support. Eligible applicants are U.S.-based 501(c)(3) organizations in O’Reilly Auto Parts communities that benefit local residents and meet nondiscrimination requirements.
O'Reilly Automotive Foundation Inc
Union Pacific Foundation Community Vitality Grants
Applications due Apr 30, 2027
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) public charities in Wisconsin offering safety, workforce development, community vitality, or environmental sustainability programs can apply for Union Pacific Foundation’s Community Ties Local Grants, with awards of US $5,000 - US $30,000. Organizations serving Union Pacific rail communities, including those with language, communication, or literacy components, may be eligible.
Union Pacific Foundation
Wisconsin Youth Services Funding via Chick Fil A Foundation
Applications due May 1, 2027
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations serving youth and families in Wisconsin can apply for Chick Fil A Foundation’s True Inspiration Awards, offering US $30,000 - US $350,000 for community, education, hunger relief, and environmental programs. Linguistics-focused nonprofits may be eligible if their work supports underserved youth, education, or related community initiatives.
Chick Fil A Foundation Inc