Children and Education Grants 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. Wisconsin public radio organizations with eligible youth, educational, or community service initiatives may be considered if they meet these priorities and other program criteria.
Costco Foundation
Creag Foundation Innovation Grants in Wisconsin
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations with innovative human services or social problem-solving programs in Wisconsin may be eligible for support, especially smaller or evolving groups. Focused on new approaches to societal issues, the Creag Foundation invites inquiries from organizations that are rethinking service delivery, which can include public radio entities working on community-focused initiatives.
Creag Foundation
Dan Paul Foundation Youth Grants in Wisconsin
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations serving youth programs in Wisconsin can seek funding for health, education, development, and welfare initiatives, including child advocacy, homelessness, poverty, and refugee enrichment. The Dan Paul Foundation supports child-focused work such as early childhood development, scholarships, and environmental education, offering up to US $15,000 per year for qualifying projects worldwide.
The Dan Paul Foundation
Wisconsin Social Impact Funding via Draper Richards Kaplan
Early-stage independent nonprofits and impact-first, mission-driven for-profits in Wisconsin tackling urgent social or environmental problems can access funding through Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation; awards up to US $300,000 over three years for scalable, systems-focused solutions. Public radio and other media organizations serving underserved communities may be eligible if they meet DRK’s stage, geography, and impact criteria.
Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation
Cisco Systems Foundation Grants for Wisconsin Media
Nonprofit and NGO media or public radio organizations in Wisconsin using technology to serve economically underserved communities can apply for Global Impact Cash Grants, with awards up to US $100,000. Grants from Cisco Systems Foundation help fund innovative, tech-enabled programs in crisis response, education access, and economic empowerment that reach broad community audiences.
Cisco Systems Foundation
Arts and Culture Funding for Nonprofits from Hearst Foundation
U.S. 501(c)(3) cultural institutions with audited expenses over $2 million can seek more than US $100,000 to support arts and science programming, capital projects, or limited general support, including in Wisconsin. Grants from William Randolph Hearst Foundation favor arts education, STEAM-focused science programs, and artist training that measurably engage youth and broad audiences, which may benefit public radio organizations with qualifying cultural or educational initiatives.
William Randolph Hearst Foundation
Labcorp Charitable Foundation Grants for Wisconsin Health
U.S.-based 501(c)(3) organizations in Wisconsin working in health and welfare, education, or community services can seek funding for programs like food pantries, healthcare access, STEM education, and preventive health. Labcorp Charitable Foundation supports initiatives that may benefit public radio entities engaged in these focus areas.
Labcorp Charitable Foundation
Michael & Susan Dell Foundation Education Grants in Wisconsin
Nonprofits, social enterprises, schools, and other organizations working on education, children’s health, or family economic stability in Wisconsin and other U.S. locations can seek project or scale-up support over US $50,000. Michael & Susan Dell Foundation backs initiatives serving urban low-income children and youth in the U.S., India, and South Africa, which may include public radio education programming.
Michael & Susan Dell Foundation
Early Education Funding for Nonprofits from PNC Foundation
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations supporting early childhood education or community economic development may be eligible for PNC Foundation’s Foundation Grant in Wisconsin and other PNC service areas. Focus areas include early learning for children birth to five, workforce development, affordable housing, community services, arts and culture, and revitalization in low- and moderate-income communities, which can include public radio educational initiatives.
PNC Foundation
Community and Education Funding from Roche
Wisconsin accredited charities running humanitarian, educational, environmental, or contemporary arts projects may be eligible for philanthropic support that promotes sustainable development and engages Roche employees. Focused on community, science education, environment, and arts, Roche invites local organizations to work with its Wisconsin affiliate on high-quality, locally based initiatives, which can include media and radio-related programming.
La Roche, Inc.
Semnani Family Foundation Grants for Wisconsin Media
Focused on global health, education, and humanitarian aid, nonprofits supporting marginalized communities in Wisconsin and worldwide may be eligible for Semnani Family Foundation funding. Organizations working in areas like health care access, disaster relief, literacy, and human and social services, including those connected to public radio outreach or education, can seek support.
Semnani Family Foundation
Sidney Stern Memorial Trust Grants for Wisconsin Nonprofits
U.S.-based 501(c)(3) nonprofits conducting charitable, scientific, medical, or educational work can seek funding usable in Wisconsin and nationwide. Sidney Stern Memorial Trust provides support to soundly managed organizations with broad impact and strong service to their communities, which may include public radio or other radio-related educational and public service programming.
Sidney Stern Memorial Trust
Community Development Funding from Bank of America
U.S. 501(c)(3) nonprofits supporting community development, housing, workforce education, basic needs, arts, environment, or inclusion can apply for Bank of America Charitable Foundation’s sponsorship support. Wisconsin public radio and media organizations that are tax-exempt and contribute to local economic, social, or cultural life may be eligible for these regional sponsorships.
Bank Of America Charitable Foundation Inc
Tourism Event Marketing Funding from Travel Wisconsin
Applications due Aug 2, 2026
Wisconsin nonprofit organizations promoting one-time or one-of-a-kind events that drive tourism and local economic impact can receive up to US $28,250 to reimburse qualified marketing costs. Wisconsin radio and public media outlets partnering on major events may be eligible for Travel Wisconsin’s Joint Effort Marketing (JEM) grants supporting regional and Midwest-wide promotional campaigns.
Travel Wisconsin
Jesse W Couch Foundation Support for Storytelling
Applications due Sep 25, 2026
Wisconsin public radio and other 501(c)(3) nonprofits can access funding through Jesse W Couch Charitable Foundation to produce storytelling projects that highlight their community impact. Organizations working in preservation, education, or wellness, including wildlife conservation groups eligible for unsolicited applications, may receive more than US $50,000 to share powerful, mission-driven stories.
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, youth and family services, poverty relief, disaster response, health, conservation, animal welfare, veterans, and religious initiatives. Focused on tangible impact, the Robinson Foundation invites applicants with at least three years of activity; Wisconsin public radio partners serving Southern audiences may be eligible.
Robinson Foundation
Insperity Community Services Grants in Wisconsin
Applications due Oct 16, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations providing community services in Wisconsin counties where Insperity employees live and work 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, volunteer, or in-kind support when they meet its engagement and location criteria.
Insperity
Dudley T Dougherty Foundation Grants for Wisconsin Radio
Applications due Oct 31, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in Wisconsin can apply for Dudley T Dougherty Foundation’s funding to support charitable initiatives. Programs in community services, environmental conservation, or peacebuilding that intersect with public or community radio activities may be eligible for support under this broad, change-focused grant opportunity.
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 government entities in Wisconsin communities near Georgia-Pacific manufacturing facilities can seek funding for education, environment, entrepreneurship, and community enrichment programs. Georgia-Pacific Foundation provides support to initiatives that improve long-term well-being and sustainability in the areas it serves, which may include public radio or related community media projects.
Georgia-Pacific Foundation
TJX Foundation Grants for Wisconsin Youth Programs
Letter of inquiry due Oct 31, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in Wisconsin that support basic needs, at-risk youth enrichment, workforce readiness, or domestic violence safety may be eligible for funding if located within 15 miles of a TJX site. The TJX Foundation invites aligned nonprofits to complete an eligibility questionnaire and, if qualified, submit a letter of inquiry for consideration.
The Tjx Foundation Inc
Wisconsin Community Services Funding via Lawrence Foundation
Applications due Nov 1, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations, public schools, and libraries in Wisconsin seeking support for environmental or human services programs can apply for unrestricted grants of US $5,000 - US $10,000. Focused on environment and human services, Lawrence Foundation invites eligible organizations, including those operating public radio initiatives within these areas, to request general operating or project support.
Lawrence Foundation
Community Program Funding from Dreyfus Foundation
Applications due Nov 11, 2026
Nonprofit organizations in Wisconsin and across the U.S. can seek funding for community-based programs, cultural institutions, education, health facilities, and environmental or wildlife initiatives. Max and Victoria Dreyfus Foundation awards US $1,000 - US $20,000, prioritizing projects where relatively small grants can make a significant impact, which may include public radio-related efforts.
Max and Victoria Dreyfus Foundation
Ameriprise Financial Community Grants in Wisconsin
Applications due Jan 15, 2027
Wisconsin public radio and other 501(c)(3) organizations can access funding through Ameriprise Financial for programs that meet basic needs, support community vitality, or are strongly volunteer-driven. Eligible U.S. nonprofits should demonstrate measurable outcomes, financial stability, and may be especially competitive if they engage Ameriprise employees or advisors as volunteers.
Ameriprise Financial
Community Programs Funding from Dr Scholl Foundation
Letter of inquiry due Jan 31, 2027
Wisconsin 501(c)(3) organizations seeking project support in education, social services, health care, civic and cultural, environmental, or related community programs can access funding through Dr Scholl Foundation. Grants of US $5,000 - US $25,000 are awarded annually, and public radio entities with qualifying nonprofit status and programming may be eligible.
Dr Scholl Foundation
Community Services Funding from O'Reilly Automotive Foundation
Applications due Apr 15, 2027
Wisconsin public radio and other U.S.-based 501(c)(3) nonprofits improving local quality of life can seek project, operating, or capital support for community-focused programs. The O'Reilly Automotive Foundation funds efforts in economic stability, workforce development, health and social services, and disaster relief in communities where O’Reilly Auto Parts has a business presence.
O'Reilly Automotive Foundation Inc
Union Pacific Foundation Community Safety Grants in Wisconsin
Applications due Apr 30, 2027
Wisconsin 501(c)(3) public charities running safety, workforce, community vitality, or environmental programs in Union Pacific–served communities can apply for Union Pacific Foundation’s Community Ties Local Grants, with awards of US $5,000 - US $30,000. Public radio and media nonprofits may be eligible if their programming advances these priority areas and DEI goals locally.
Union Pacific Foundation
Wisconsin Youth and Community Funding via Chick Fil A Foundation
Applications due May 1, 2027
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in Wisconsin serving youth, families, or communities can apply for Chick Fil A Foundation’s True Inspiration Awards, with grants of US $30,000 - US $350,000 for community-impact programs. Public radio or media organizations with initiatives in education, youth leadership, food insecurity, housing, or environmental stewardship may be eligible.
Chick Fil A Foundation Inc