Best Grants for Computers for Nonprofits

Preserving and enhancing the natural resources of Wisconsin

In keeping with our mission, the DNR is dedicated to working with Wisconsinites while preserving and enhancing the natural resources of Wisconsin. In partnership with individuals and organizations, DNR staff manage fish, wildlife, forests, parks, air and water resources while promoting a healthy, sustainable environment and a full range of outdoor opportunities.

Off-highway Motorcycle (OHM) Trail Grants

Revenue collected from off-highway motorcycle (OHM) registrations is available for development, rehabilitation and maintenance of OHM trails in Wisconsin.

Ranking priorities

Trail funds are distributed according to the following ranked purposes (NR 65.11 [exit DNR]). Priority will be given to funding projects in which OHMs are the only designated motorized equipment.

• Maintenance of existing off-highway motorcycle trails.
• Maintenance of existing off-highway motorcycle facilities.
• Major rehabilitation of existing OHM trails and facilities.
• Development of new OHM trails and facilities on publicly owned land.
• Development of trails and facilities on privately-owned land using a lease or easement.
• Acquisition of land for OHM trails and facilities.
• Signage of off-highway motorcycle routes which provide access to OHM trails.
• Other eligible OHM projects.

Eligible items and funding levels include:

• Maintenance of OHM-only Trail: Funded at $53/mile with a $1K surplus for use on rehab that is more than basic maintenance. Requires minimum of 2x maintenance passes per year (includes brushing, spot maintenance related to the treadway and environmental concerns, sign maintenance and the like)
• Maintenance of Motorized Recreation Parks: For OHM only trails within the park, funded at $53/mile with no $1k surplus.
• Maintenance of Shared-use OHM Trails: No set rate, applicants can request an amount based on their evaluation of need. If the trail is shared with ATVs/UTVs, it is presumed that the use by those machines will far exceed that of OHM, but additional expenses may be incurred for signage, etc. Amount of maintenance award will not exceed $50/mile.
• Development of OHM trails and areas reimburseable up to 100 percent of eligible costs;
• Traditional grooming of OHM trails is not a routine component of trail maintenance. In the event there are section of trail that eventually need to be graded, this action will be considered as a separate trail rehabilitation request for each specific section. Grading can only be done by proper and authorized equipment.
• Major rehabilitation of bridge structures reimbursable up to 100% of eligible costs;

The Four Cedars Environmental Fund, supported by the Boreal Waters Community Foundation, offers financial assistance for programs that protect and educate about the unique natural resources of the western Lake Superior watershed. Eligible applicants include charitable organizations and those serving specific counties in Wisconsin and Minnesota. The fund aims to enrich local environmental initiatives through capital requests, start-up costs, and technical support, fostering sustainable practices within the community.

About Us

The Duluth Superior Area Community Foundation was established in 1983 by visionary community leaders. We are a collection of hundreds of endowed funds established by individuals, families, private foundations, and businesses to enhance the quality of life in our region. Since our inception, we have distributed more than $40 million in grants and scholarships and currently administer over 360 different funds, each with its own charitable purpose. The Duluth Superior Area Community Foundation promotes private giving for the public good.

Community Opportunity Fund

The Community Opportunity Fund is at the heart of our work at Boreal Waters Community Foundation. It’s how we connect generosity with possibility to support bold ideas, local leadership, and long-term solutions across northeastern Minnesota and northwestern Wisconsin.

Each year, this fund helps nonprofits tackle critical challenges, strengthen communities, and ensure that everyone in our region can thrive.

A Grant Program Rooted in Community and Collective Generosity

As our region’s permanent civic endowment, the Community Opportunity Fund helps nonprofits and community groups respond to challenges, create solutions, and build a better future. In 2023, we restructured the fund to offer larger, more flexible grants—supporting not just programs, but long-term vision and systems change.

We focus on these interconnected areas:

Community Opportunity Fund: Resilience Grant Focus

Projects must enhance the ability of organizations, families, or communities to anticipate, adapt to, and recover from challenges, creating sustainable, long-term solutions that reduce risk and promote resilience.

Examples include:

• Leveraging partnerships and resources to implement scalable, lasting solutions that strengthen community resilience.
• Expanding access to knowledge, training, and tools that improve economic, social, or environmental stability for individuals and families.
• Developing community-driven solutions that address housing stability, food security, workforce resilience, or climate adaptation.
• Applying innovative or proven strategies that increase a community’s ability to prepare for and respond to systemic challenges (e.g., disaster preparedness, economic shifts, public health crises).

Community Opportunity Fund: Belonging Grant Focus 

Community Opportunity Fund: Opportunity Grant Focus

What We Fund

We support a wide range of community-driven, equity-centered work. Funding can be used for:

• Program or Project Support: To launch, expand, or sustain work in Opportunity, Resilience, or Belonging
• General Operating Support: To build strength and stability
• Capacity Building: To grow organizational effectiveness or leadership
• Community-Led Solutions: Especially those involving lived experience and cross-sector collaboration
• Systems Change and Upstream Impact: Projects that address root causes—not just symptoms

The Promotion of Doctoral Studies Scholarships, offered by the Foundation for Physical Therapy Research, provides a $7,500 annual scholarship for doctoral students completing coursework at accredited institutions. Applicants may receive up to $15,000 in pre-candidacy scholarships and a total of $45,000 throughout their doctoral program. The Foundation encourages research in areas such as acute care, cardiology, pulmonary health, and PT education, fostering a new generation of skilled researchers in physical therapy.

The Community Foundation for Northeast Florida offers Supporting Neighborhoods Grants to bolster local grassroots efforts. These grants, up to $25,000, target nonprofit organizations enhancing neighborhood leadership, affordable housing access, and economic opportunities for marginalized communities in Northeast Florida. Eligible organizations must have a 501(c)(3) status, a minimum two-year operational history, and an annual budget of $100,000, and they must serve specific counties in the region.

The International Institute Funds Mini-Grant, offered by the Community Foundation of Mahoning Valley, provides grants of $500 or less to organizations in Mahoning and Trumbull counties aimed at preserving and promoting cultural heritage. Eligible activities include music, dance, art, food, and education. The foundation supports public charities as defined by the IRS and encourages collaborative efforts to enhance community well-being while ensuring integrity in resource management.

The Keystone Grant Program, funded by the Elmina B. Sewall Foundation, aims to empower grassroots and community-led initiatives focused on environmental and racial justice in Maine. With available funding of up to $1.5 million, the program supports organizations demonstrating a commitment to advocacy and civic engagement. Applicants must be eligible to receive tax-deductible donations and can include diverse groups, particularly those led by marginalized communities, to foster a sustainable and equitable future.

This funding opportunity aims to support innovative research addressing health disparities related to non-communicable and chronic diseases in Latin America. It encourages interdisciplinary teams to collaborate with institutions in Latin America, focusing on clinical and community-based interventions. The program emphasizes the importance of partnerships to improve health outcomes among U.S. Hispanics/Latinos, addressing significant health challenges within these communities. Key deadlines for applications are set from 2025 to 2027, with letters of intent encouraged.

Delta Workforce Grant Program

The Delta Workforce Grant Program (DWP) is an initiative designed to build long-term community capacity and increase economic competitiveness by providing grants to support workforce training and education programs throughout the lower Mississippi River Delta and Alabama Black Belt regions.

DWP supports projects and initiatives that create a more vibrant economic future for the Delta region by expanding opportunities to recruit, train, and retain a diverse and local workforce; aligning workforce and economic development strategies; creating sustainable talent pipelines; establishing or enhancing locally/regionally significant sector-based partnerships; and supporting enhanced workforce productivity through investments in innovative programming or services.

The Wabash Valley Community Foundation offers Seed Grants to support preliminary projects aligned with the "See You in Terre Haute" Community Plan. Grants up to $10,000 assist nonprofits in enhancing community services, including economic development and health initiatives. Applicants must match at least 25% of the funds and complete projects within 12 months. The Foundation aims to fund ten grants over the next 18 months, fostering growth and engagement in Vigo County.

The Transportation For Youth To County And Local Fairs Program aims to enhance youth participation in agriculture by providing funding for transportation to county and local fairs in New York. With a total of $350,000 available, eligible entities can apply for grants of up to $25,000. This initiative seeks to create memorable experiences for youth, fostering appreciation for local agriculture and the domestic arts during the fair season.

The More Joy Community Arts Grant supports initiatives that engage the New Orleans community through parading, public performances, and street-based activities rooted in local traditions. This grant aims to celebrate and promote the rich cultural heritage of New Orleans, particularly focusing on the contributions of Black Masking Indians and Social Aid and Pleasure Clubs. By funding exhibitions, workshops, and educational programs, the grant fosters community spirit and brings joy to neighborhoods through artistic expression.

The Jazz Touring Network (JTN) fosters the presentation of jazz across the mid-Atlantic region, supporting both novice and experienced presenters. Through an open and competitive application process, JTN members engage in professional development and collaborate on annual jazz tours. Eligible organizations must be located in specific states and maintain a strong history of presenting touring artists. The JTN prioritizes diversity and inclusivity, ensuring that programming reflects the vibrant landscape of contemporary jazz.

 Cherokee Nation Nursing and Allied Health Scholarship

The Cherokee Nation Nursing and Allied Health Scholarship is to provide financial assistance to Cherokee Nation citizens pursuing college degrees in nursing and health care fields to support their readiness to contribute to and grow within the Cherokee Nation reservation labor market. 

The Creative Engagement Grants, offered by the Lower Manhattan Cultural Council, support individual artists and nonprofit organizations in Manhattan. This funding program provides over $500,000 annually for diverse artistic projects, including performances, exhibitions, and workshops. Grants aim to foster community engagement through art, promoting a just and equitable society. First-time applicants must attend an information session to apply. This initiative highlights the importance of art in enriching local communities and cultural dialogue.

The Hellene Henrikson Fund of the Lutheran Church of the Foothills offers grants of up to $15,000 for nonprofit organizations addressing the needs of Native American communities in Southern Arizona. This fund, established through a generous donation, aims to support programs that help navigate cultural and societal challenges. With a total of $60,000 available to fund up to four applications, this initiative reflects a commitment to continuing Hellene Henrikson's legacy of philanthropy in the Tucson area.

The Highmark BluePrints for the Community grant, administered by the Delaware Community Foundation, offers funding between $51,000 and $250,000 for health-related projects that address critical community needs in Delaware. Eligible nonprofits can apply for quarterly grants focused on healthcare access, economic stability, social context, and community infrastructure. Since 2007, this initiative has contributed over $27 million to improve health outcomes and advance equity across the state.

The Tourism Private Sector Grant Program, authorized by the Illinois Promotion Act, aims to support Illinois-based organizations in attracting and hosting tourism events. Eligible projects include marketing, transportation, and event programming. Funding is available to for-profit entities, municipalities, and not-for-profit organizations. Ineligible activities encompass normal venue entertainment and permanent facility improvements. This initiative seeks to enhance the Illinois tourism landscape, creating a significant economic impact through increased visitor engagement.

The Roy Klein Education Fund, managed by the Delaware Community Foundation, provides crucial support to nonprofits working on economic development and career education initiatives in Kent County, Delaware. By focusing on projects that enhance the quality of life for residents, the fund aims to foster equity and opportunity. Eligible organizations must be 501(c)3 nonprofits, ensuring that assistance directly benefits the local community without discrimination. This initiative plays a vital role in uplifting central Delaware.

The Colorado Health Foundation aims to empower young people in Colorado, particularly those facing health inequities, including youth of color and LGBTQ+ individuals. Their funding focuses on creating equitable outdoor spaces that foster community engagement and active participation. By prioritizing planning grants for outdoor projects, the Foundation seeks to address barriers to physical activity in low-income and rural communities, encouraging holistic health through collaborative design and inclusivity.

The Inez Duff Bishop Charitable Trust, founded in 1966, supports a variety of charitable organizations in Charlottesville and Albemarle County, Virginia. The trust focuses on assistance for the visually impaired and providing medical care to those in financial need. It prioritizes 501(c)(3) organizations that align with its mission, particularly those catering to local residents and vulnerable populations. The trust aims to ensure humanitarian relief and promote health and well-being in the community.

Napa Valley Community Foundation

There are more than 800 Community Foundations in the US, each devoted to a specific region. We operate independently, with a common goal in mind: to be a platform for local people who want to pay it forward. To deliver resources to effective charitable programs. And to make our communities stronger and more successful by doing these two things.

Among our peers, Napa Valley Community Foundation ranks first on several key measures of donor satisfaction and impact, according to a recent donor survey conducted by the Center for Effective Philanthropy. Our donors say that we deeply understand their interests, and deeply understand the needs of Napa Valley. That, in a nutshell, is our job.

Ted Kohler Music Scholarship

The Ted Kohler Music Scholarship benefits Calistoga students who are committed to music and wish to advance their musical development. The scholarship can be used to pay for activities such as music lessons or summer camp, or for college tuition (where the student demonstrates their desire to continue their musical education). The Ted Kohler Scholarship was established in 1997 to promote musical participation and aspirations in honor of Ted, who upon retirement from San Francisco State University, became a full-time musician and leader of the Napa Valley Jazz Band. He encouraged people of all ages to express themselves musically.

Napa Valley Community Foundation

There are more than 800 Community Foundations in the US, each devoted to a specific region. We operate independently, with a common goal in mind: to be a platform for local people who want to pay it forward. To deliver resources to effective charitable programs. And to make our communities stronger and more successful by doing these two things.

Among our peers, Napa Valley Community Foundation ranks first on several key measures of donor satisfaction and impact, according to a recent donor survey conducted by the Center for Effective Philanthropy. Our donors say that we deeply understand their interests, and deeply understand the needs of Napa Valley. That, in a nutshell, is our job.

El Futuro Educational Scholarship

El Futuro Educational Scholarship is made possible in partnership with the Moulds Family and the Farmworker Foundation and benefits Napa County residents studying for an associate degree in viticulture and/or enology at Napa Valley College or Santa Rosa Junior College. This scholarship is geared towards students that demonstrate a drive and ambition to succeed in their community, school, or work-related functions. Recipients of the scholarship will receive funding for up to three years while working to complete their associate degree.

The Robert L. Johnson Memorial Research Grant, offered by the Midwest Aquatic Plant Management Society, supports graduate students in aquatic plant management with grants of up to $10,000. This initiative promotes research that advances the management of aquatic ecosystems and fosters educational opportunities. Recipients are required to present their findings at the annual conference, contributing to the society's mission of sustainable aquatic resource management and ecological preservation.

The Susan E. Kraus/Robert W. Gill Fund, managed by the Berks County Community Foundation, provides financial support to adults who previously lived in foster care in Berks County. Grants, capped at $1,000 per year, are aimed at assisting individuals with transitional housing costs and educational expenses, helping them achieve stability and independence as they transition to adulthood.

The Women's Endowment Fund Grant, initiated in 1993, aims to uplift women and girls in Summit County through significant financial support and empowerment programs. With a fund exceeding $5.2 million, it has distributed nearly $2.5 million in grants, focusing on economic empowerment, health and wellness, and safety from violence. The fund encourages local organizations to apply, emphasizing the advancement of women as philanthropists and community leaders.

Jayden DeLuca Foundation

Dedicated to raising awareness for children’s heart defect and disease — the number one birth defect in the nation — The Jayden DeLuca Foundation is a testament to the life of Jayden Riley DeLuca.

In Jayden’s name, we are dedicated to supporting children and families facing the challenges of congenital heart defects and disease. We are committed to building a better future by providing financial support through our patient assistance fund, building a community of like families through sharing resources and providing encouragement to those navigating pediatric heart conditions and continuing to invest in dedicated heart research programs.

Our efforts create a meaningful impact — advancing medical and scientific research, improving access to treatment and amplifying awareness of cardiac diseases.

The funds we raise directly support pediatric heart research, treatment advancements and community programs, extending Jayden’s light and legacy far into the world.

Patient Assistance Fund

Our Patient Assistance Fund is dedicated to supporting families with financial support due to complications related to congenital heart disease. Financial assistance may include, but is not limited to:

• Travel assistance related to CHD medical care
• Medical bills related to CHD and not covered by insurance
• CHD specialized equipment not covered by insurance

Eligible applicants may be reimbursed up to $1,500 quarterly for expenses related to CHD complications. Applicants must submit corresponding receipts alongside their application to be considered for this reimbursement program.