Make a Difference in Our Community

Amplify the power of your gift by supporting MCF's Community Funds. Pooling your resources with those of other like-minded donors multiplies the difference you can make in the community.

IMMEDIATE SUPPORT 
Non-endowed funds that can respond to needs in our community

COVID-19 Priority Fund Help our community respond to the COVID-19 pandemic and support nonprofit organizations in adapting to needs it presents.

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Priority Fund Gives MCF the flexibility to respond to immediate needs and opportunities to make a difference in our community.

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ENDOWMENTS
Permanent funds to support the community in perpetuity 

Community Impact Fund Support MCF's competitive grantmaking, focused in Arts and Culture; Community Development; Environment; Learning; and Nonprofit Capacity Building.

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A Fund for Women Provide grants to organizations helping women and girls throughout Dane County thrive financially.

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Fund for Arts and Culture Help maintain a thriving arts community and provide access to the arts for all Dane County residents.

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Fund for Basic Needs/Social Services Provide grants to organizations helping our neighbors achieve a healthy and sustainable quality of life.

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Fund for Children and Youth Support organizations working to provide children with opportunities to learn and grow.

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Fund for Community Development Provide grants to organizations that strengthen our neighborhoods and support community assets.

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Fund for the Environment Invest in nature restoration and conservation projects that protect Dane County's natural beauty.

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Fund for the Elderly Provide grants to organizations working to help seniors stay independent and limit isolation.

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Fund for Learning Support tutoring and mentoring programs, alternative education, workforce development, and lifelong learning.

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Fund for Nonprofit Capacity Building Build capacity and infrastructure at Dane County's more than 2,900 nonprofits, and help these organizations thrive.

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