WM Charitable Giving
Waste Management offers charitable gifts to promote civic pride, economic development and revitalization. Waste Management primarily supports environmental initiatives, including promoting parklands and green spaces for people to enjoy and play, and environmental education initiatives targeted at middle and high school students. Eligible entities include 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations and public organizations. Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.
Organization
Waste Management
Eligibility
For-Profit Business
Nonprofit Organization
Focus
Education
Marketing
Related Resources
U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service
National Coastal Wetlands Conservation Program
Provides matching grant funds to assist states in the “acquisition, restoration, management or enhancement of coastal wetlands.” Wisconsin projects bordering the Great Lakes are eligible.
Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development
Wisconsin Fast Forward Grant
Funding for businesses from all Wisconsin industry sectors to reimburse the costs of customized occupational training for unemployed, underemployed and incumbent workers.
Minneapolis Foundation
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.
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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