About The Fund
Our Mission
To support projects, programs and services that protect, conserve, restore and improve land, water and related sources to assure the quality of the natural resource base for future generations. Grant applications should include one, or more, of the following southern Wisconsin counties: Crawford, Grant, Green, Iowa, Lafayette, La Crosse, Richland, Sauk and Vernon.
How does the fund work?
The Southwest Badger Natural Resource Conservation Fund is a component of the Community Foundation. The Advisory Board is comprised of community volunteers that assist the Foundation in the review of grant applications to the Southwest Badger Natural Resource Conservation Fund.
It is recommended that applications not exceed $3,500 per request.
About Our Awards
2024 Grant Applications
Seeking proposals from 501(c)(3) charitable organizations and municipalities offering projects or programs that serve the needs of the Southwest Badger Natural Resource Conservation Fund. Requests from individuals are not eligible. Grant applications are available here and must be submitted no later than 11:59 PM September 15.Invest In Your Community
Donations to the Southwest Badger Natural Resource Conservation 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.
Southwest Badger Natural Resource Conservation Fund
c/o The Community Foundation of Southern Wisconsin
P.O. Box 8125
Janesville, WI 53547-8125
c/o The Community Foundation of Southern Wisconsin
P.O. Box 8125
Janesville, WI 53547-8125
Advisory Board Members
The Fund is advised by a committee of community volunteers who initiate fundraising activities and determine grant awards:
