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.
About the Fund
Formerly known as the Janesville Community Fund, the Janesville Generations Fund is an endowment fund established to ensure a vibrant Janesville now, and for generations to come, with the support of donors who are inspired to leave a lasting legacy in the community.
Family of Funds
The following charitable funds have been established by individuals and organizations to support their charitable goals for the Janesville community:
- Cabin Fund
- Esther S. Geffs Advised Fund
- Marion J. and Robert C. Lietz Fund
- Karl A. and Bernice E. Samek Charitable Fund
- Mae Theisen Charitable Fund
- Richard and Nancy Belle Douglas Fund
- Dave and Trina MacDougall Fund
- Tom-Lovejoy Charitable Fund
About our Grants
The Janesville Generations Fund oversees grant distribution from five funds established to benefit Janesville. Gifts to the Janesville Generations Fund may be made by anyone in any amount. Pledges may be made over a three-year period.
Recent Grant Awards
- Boys & Girls Club of Janesville
- HealthNet of Rock County
- KANDU Industries
- Retired Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP)
- School District of Janesville – Bags of Hope project
2024 TOTAL: $37,500
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 Janesville Generations 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.
Janesville Generations Fund
c/o Community Foundation of Southern Wisconsin
121 N. Parker Dr.
Janesville, WI 53545
c/o Community Foundation of Southern Wisconsin
121 N. Parker Dr.
Janesville, WI 53545
Advisory Board Members
The Fund is advised by a committee of community volunteers who initiate fundraising activities and determine grant awards:
Steve Huth: Co-ChairMary Jo Villa: Co-Chair
Eric Schmoldt
Tess Slavin
Katie Udell
Sara Villa
Austin Watson
