Community Development Funding for Nonprofits from U.S. Bank Foundation
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations working on economic advancement, housing stability, or community arts and culture, including those operating food distribution alongside these services in Wisconsin, may be eligible for this funding. Grants from U.S. Bank Foundation support programs that address work, home, and play, with priority for organizations led by people of color in designated bank communities.
US Bancorp Foundation
Creag Foundation Grants for Wisconsin Human Services
Focused on innovative human services, this grant invites Wisconsin 501(c)(3) nonprofits with new approaches to social problems to seek support. Organizations operating food distribution or pantry-related programs may be eligible if they are addressing existing or previously unaddressed social issues in creative, impactful ways and have held 501(c)(3) status for at least one year.
Creag Foundation
Youth and Hunger Relief Grants from DanPaul Foundation
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations serving youth through food assistance, homelessness services, or other basic needs programs in Wisconsin and beyond can apply for DanPaul Foundation support. Grants up to US $15,000 fund projects that advance children’s health, education, development, and welfare, including work around poverty, nutrition, and support for underprivileged or refugee youth.
The Dan Paul Foundation
Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation Grants for Wisconsin Food Initiatives
Early-stage nonprofit and mission-driven for-profit organizations addressing food delivery and distribution services in Wisconsin can access funding to scale innovative solutions for underserved communities. Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation offers up to US $300,000 over three years, plus intensive capacity-building support and peer community, for scalable, impact-first social ventures in its priority geographies.
Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation
Food Security Funding from Cisco Systems Foundation
Nonprofit and nongovernmental organizations using technology to expand food security or related services for underserved communities in Wisconsin and worldwide can apply for Global Impact Cash Grants, with awards up to US $100,000. With a mission to tackle critical social challenges, Cisco Systems Foundation supports innovative, tech-enabled programs in crisis response, education, and economic empowerment.
Cisco Systems Foundation
Wisconsin Community Development Funding via State Farm
Food pantries and other 501(c)(3) nonprofits in Wisconsin can apply for State Farm Companies Foundation’s Good Neighbor Citizenship company grants to support community development, food insecurity, and safety or education initiatives. Eligible applicants also include educational institutions, government programs, and volunteer fire companies working on long-term, sustainable community impact in these focus areas.
State Farm Companies Foundation
William Randolph Hearst Foundation Grants for Culture
U.S. 501(c)(3) cultural institutions with audited expenses over $2 million can seek program, capital, or limited general support for arts and science programming from the William Randolph Hearst Foundation. Wisconsin organizations running museums, performing arts, or arts education that reach large audiences, especially youth or underserved groups, may be eligible for awards over US $100,000.
William Randolph Hearst Foundation
Michael & Susan Dell Foundation Youth Grants
Organizations running education, health, or family economic stability programs for urban low-income children can apply for Michael & Susan Dell Foundation grants of more than US $50,000; awards support project costs or scaling. Wisconsin food pantries with qualifying youth-focused services and a U.S. Federal TIN may be eligible if they meet the foundation’s criteria.
Michael & Susan Dell Foundation
PNC Foundation Grants for Wisconsin Communities
Wisconsin nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations working in early childhood education or community economic development can access funding through PNC Foundation for programs serving low- and moderate-income families. Grants may support early learning, job readiness, housing stability, community revitalization, or human services, which can complement or strengthen local food distribution and food pantry efforts.
PNC Foundation
Wisconsin Community Programs Funding via La Roche
Nonprofit charities in Wisconsin can seek support for humanitarian, social, educational, environmental, or arts and culture projects that strengthen communities and serve vulnerable people. With a mission to foster sustainable development, La Roche provides accredited charities with philanthropic funding that may benefit food pantries and other local service organizations working within the same country as a Roche affiliate.
La Roche, Inc.
Bank of America Support for Community Needs
Wisconsin food delivery and distribution services can access funding through Bank of America Charitable Foundation to support economic mobility and social progress in low- and moderate-income communities. 501(c)(3) nonprofits addressing hunger, emergency shelter, basic needs, workforce development, community development, arts and culture, environment, or diversity and inclusion may be eligible to apply.
Bank Of America Charitable Foundation Inc
Gupta Family Foundation Support for Self-Reliance
Applications due Jul 31, 2026
Nonprofit organizations working to help disadvantaged people become self-reliant, including those providing food distribution or related human services in Wisconsin, may access funding through the Gupta Family Foundation. Grants, typically for smaller organizations with $300,000–$3,000,000 in revenue, range from US $5,000 - US $250,000 and support work in select countries including the U.S.
Gupta Family Foundation
Alliant Energy Support for Wisconsin Food Access
Applications due Sep 15, 2026
Wisconsin food pantries and hunger-relief nonprofits in Alliant Energy service communities can seek support for food pantry operations, meal outreach, and related nutrition programs. Focused on basic human needs, Alliant Energy invites applications for projects addressing food access, housing and shelter, transportation assistance, and broader community safety and engagement needs.
Alliant Energy
Wisconsin Storytelling Funding via Couch Foundation
Applications due Sep 25, 2026
Food pantries and other 501(c)(3) nonprofits in Wisconsin can apply for the Jesse W Couch Charitable Foundation’s Storytelling Grant, with awards of more than US $50,000 to share their community impact. Organizations working in food delivery and distribution services may be eligible if they align with the foundation’s preservation, education, or wellness pillars.
Jesse W Couch Charitable Foundation
USDA Rural Development Grants for Wisconsin Facilities
Applications due Sep 30, 2026
With a mission to support rural development, USDA Rural Development provides Wisconsin public bodies, community-based nonprofits, and Tribes with funding to build, purchase, or improve essential community facilities and equipment. Rural food pantries and food banks may be eligible when projects serve communities under 20,000 residents and meet income-based criteria.
USDA: Rural Development (RD)
Humanitarian and Poverty Relief Funding from Robinson Foundation
Applications due Oct 15, 2026
501(c)(3) organizations serving the Southern region can apply for Robinson Foundation's grants to support poverty relief, humanitarian aid, and related community services. Food pantries and food distribution programs may be eligible if they address hardship, children and families, or poverty relief through direct, tangible impact and have been operating for more than three years.
Robinson Foundation
Dudley T Dougherty Foundation Community Grants in Wisconsin
Applications due Oct 31, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in Wisconsin working on community services, environmental conservation, or peacebuilding can access funding through the Dudley T Dougherty Foundation. This national funder supports charitable initiatives that respect people, life, and the environment, which may include food distribution or related community food programs serving local residents.
Dudley T Dougherty Foundation Inc
Wisconsin Community Programs Funding via Georgia-Pacific Foundation
Applications due Oct 31, 2026
Wisconsin 501(c)(3) nonprofits, public schools, and local government entities can seek support for education, environment, entrepreneurship, and community enrichment projects that serve communities near Georgia-Pacific facilities. Focused on strengthening local well-being, Georgia-Pacific Foundation invites organizations within 30 miles of a GP manufacturing community, including those operating food distribution or pantry services, to apply.
Georgia-Pacific Foundation
Basic Needs Funding from TJX Foundation
Letter of inquiry due Oct 31, 2026
Wisconsin 501(c)(3) nonprofits providing basic needs like food, clothing, and shelter can access funding through TJX Foundation if they are within 15 miles of a TJX store, distribution center, or office. Food pantries serving vulnerable families and children may be eligible by completing an initial questionnaire and submitting a letter of inquiry.
The Tjx Foundation Inc
Lawrence Foundation Community Services Grants in Wisconsin
Applications due Nov 1, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations, public schools, and libraries in Wisconsin can apply for Lawrence Foundation grants of US $5,000 - US $10,000 to support environmental, human services, and related community programs. Food pantries and food distribution services may be eligible for unrestricted operating or program funding if their work fits these priorities.
Lawrence Foundation
Telehealth Funding for Wisconsin Providers from DHS
Applications due Nov 15, 2026
Behavioral health providers and eligible agencies in Wisconsin can apply for Wisconsin Department of Health Services grants up to Up to US $50,000 to expand tele-behavioral health services and reduce access barriers. Grants from Wisconsin Department of Health Services help food pantries and other non-traditional community sites become telehealth access hubs through technology, internet, and space improvements.
Wisconsin Department of Health Services
Dr Scholl Foundation Support for Community Programs
Letter of inquiry due Jan 31, 2027
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations can seek US $5,000 - US $25,000 for education, social services, health care, civic, cultural, or environmental projects in Wisconsin and beyond. With a mission to improve our world, Dr Scholl Foundation provides one-year project funding; food pantries and food distribution programs may be eligible under social service priorities.
Dr Scholl Foundation
UNICO Foundation Food Bank Grants in Wisconsin
Applications due Feb 13, 2027
Food pantries, soup kitchens, and shelters in Wisconsin that are registered nonprofits can receive funding to purchase food or provide shelter directly to low-income and vulnerable people. Focused on food access and supportive housing, UNICO Foundation invites established U.S.-based programs meeting health regulations and operating outside private homes to apply; funds cannot cover salaries or general operations.
UNICO Foundation Inc
O'Reilly Automotive Foundation Hunger Grants in Wisconsin
Applications due Apr 15, 2027
Wisconsin food pantries and other 501(c)(3) nonprofits addressing hunger, poverty, and related basic needs can access funding through O'Reilly Automotive Foundation for project, general operating, or capital support. Eligible U.S.-based community organizations in O’Reilly Auto Parts service areas may also work in workforce development, health and social services, or disaster relief for underserved people.
O'Reilly Automotive Foundation Inc
Community Vitality Funding from Union Pacific Foundation
Applications due Apr 30, 2027
Wisconsin 501(c)(3) public charities running safety, workforce, 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. Food pantries and hunger-relief organizations in Union Pacific–served communities may be eligible if their projects fit these priority areas and DEI goals.
Union Pacific Foundation
Chick Fil A Foundation Support for Community Programs
Applications due May 1, 2027
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations addressing youth education, family services, housing, hunger, or environmental stewardship, including food pantries in Wisconsin, can seek US $30,000 - US $350,000 through the True Inspiration Awards. With a mission to celebrate impactful community work, Chick Fil A Foundation provides substantial grants across the U.S., Canada, Puerto Rico, the United Kingdom, and Singapore.
Chick Fil A Foundation Inc