What is a Community Fund? A Community Fund allows individuals and groups to contribute time and money toward the betterment of a specific community. Each community fund has a volunteer advisory board comprised of local members who encourage the growth of the fund and oversee distributions in the form of grants. These grants are awarded to community projects and programs based on the changing needs of that community. The Community Foundation of Southern Wisconsin oversees 16 community funds in its nine-county service area.
- Since its founding, the South Wayne Area Community Fund has given back more than $383,842 to the community.
About the Fund
Established in 1998, the South Wayne Area Community Fund is a way for current and former residents of the South Wayne area to give lasting charitable gifts to their community. Each year a portion of the Fund’s earnings are available to be reinvested in the community.
The South Wayne Area Community Fund is a component fund of the Community Foundation of Southern Wisconsin.
About our Grants
Once per year the advisory board awards grants to non-profit organizations, the local school district, and/or local government agencies who provide charitable programs or projects serving the South Wayne community.
Recent Grant Awards
2026 South Wayne Community Fund Grants
- Black Hawk Gym Sound System Amp & Power Conditioner
- Black Hawk Warrior Pack Program – a weekend food program for Black Hawk Students
- South Wayne Bites and Beats
2026 Total: $6,490
Grant Guidelines
Tips and tools for you to use as you prepare your application. Print out this PDF as you prepare your grant for a quick checklist of your progress.
Invest In Your Community
Donations to the South Wayne Community Fund are welcome at any time of the year. All gifts are tax deductible. Mail a check to this address, or click the button to donate online.
South Wayne Area Community Fund
c/o Community Foundation of Southern Wisconsin
Gift Processing Center
P.O. Box 733
Monroe, WI 53566
c/o Community Foundation of Southern Wisconsin
Gift Processing Center
P.O. Box 733
Monroe, WI 53566
Advisory Board Members
The Fund is advised by a committee of community volunteers who initiate fundraising activities and determine grant awards:
Renita BergetRenee Buisker
Kathy Hartwig
Deb Larson
Rosann Markese
Connie Meier
Mavis Rood
Rhonda Hartwig
Debra Meythaler-Neff.