Rotary commits $50,000 in community grants

WAUPACA - The Rotary Club of Waupaca announced its Community Impact Grant Program, a one-time funding opportunity open to organizations that serve residents located in the greater Waupaca area.
“Our aim is to support organizations with initiatives that will create long-lasting impacts on our community,” says Kay Ellingson, the club’s President. “We are grateful to be part of a community whose generosity makes this grant program possible.”
The club invites proposals that will make an impact in a wide range of areas, including arts and culture, parks and recreation, environmental stewardship, health and human services, early childhood education, youth development and education, and community vitality. Applications will be evaluated on their capacity to meaningfully and sustainably enhance the wellbeing of Waupaca area residents.
With $50,000 available, proposals of any size are welcome, and there is no matching requirement. The grant process will open on August 1st and applications will be due by August 28th, 2026.
To apply, visit the Rotary Club of Waupaca website: https://www.waupacarotary.org/impact-grant-application/.
In 2025, Community Impact Grant funds supported eight local projects addressing student and family basic needs, early childhood care, crisis services, the arts, school improvements, and public safety. Past recipients included the School Districts of Waupaca and Iola-Scandinavia, CAP Services Family Crisis Center, Foundations for Living, Community Arts Hub, Trinity’s Tiny Treasures Preschool and Victory Child Care & Preschool.
The Rotary Club of Waupaca has over 100 members who represent different backgrounds, vocations, and perspectives, and who share a common commitment to serving others in our community and around the world. More information is available at www.waupacarotary.org.