Great Lakes Environmental Justice Thriving Communities Technical Assistance Center (TCTAC)
These grants are made possible by funding from the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) through its Environmental Justice Thriving Communities Grantmaking Program. Starting in 2024, the Foundation will distribute $52 million over three years. Applications are accepting on a rolling basis until November 2026.
Organization
Minneapolis Foundation
Eligibility
Nonprofit Organization
Government and Tribes
University or School
Focus
Education
Infrastructure and Acquisitions
Maintenance and Stewardship
Planning
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Serve Wisconsin
Volunteer Generation Fund
VGF funds support efforts by local agencies to run board training programs throughout the state. These programs train new leaders to serve as decision makers on nonprofit boards. Additionally, Serve Wisconsin continues to provide mini grants to agencies to help with volunteer recruitment, training, and capacity building.
Wisconsin Economic Development
Small Business Development Grant
The program offers financial incentives for these communities and organizations to develop innovative programs that directly support small businesses and small business creation
Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources
Angler R3 (Recruitment, Retention and Reactivation)
The goals of the Angler R3 grant program are to grow the numbers of anglers in Wisconsin and expand angling participation among adults, particularly from non-traditional audiences.
Explore the Trends Shaping Outdoor Recreation
Outdoor Industry Association: 2025 Outdoor Participation Trends Report
Bureau of Economic Analysis: 2024 Economic Statistics for Wisconsin
Adventure Travel Trade Association: Travel Market Sizing and the New Adventure Traveler
KOA: 2025 Camping & Outdoor Hospitality Report
American Sportfishing Association: Economic Contributions of Recreational Fishing
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