The Community Foundation of Dunn County (CFDC) and the Women’s Giving Circle (WGC) of Dunn County are excited to announce that the WGC’s endowment fund has officially reached a quarter of a million dollars!
The WGC was established in 2013 through the CFDC to strengthen the spirit of women, children, and families through collaborative philanthropy, giving, and grantmaking. The WGC strives to empower women to become stronger and self-sufficient to improve the quality of their lives and the lives of the people for whom they are responsible.
The WGC distributes grants to nonprofit organizations that serve women, children, and families in Dunn County in August each year. In 2024, the WGC awarded grants to 6 organizations including The Bridge to Hope, Girls on the Run of the Chippewa Valley, Junior Achievement, Literacy Chippewa Valley, The Menomonie Theater Guild, and the Boys & Girls Club, totaling $12,646. In addition, they collected over $500 for Dunn County’s Birth to Three Program during their Fall Gala in October.
The WGC is currently accepting renewal and new yearly memberships. Getting involved is simple: an annual contribution of $250 is required to be an active member of the WGC. Half of each member’s membership contribution is added to the grant pool each year. The other half goes into the WGC endowment fund. The more members, the more money can be granted to the community.
Women between the ages of 18 and 40, are eligible for a half-price membership of $125/year for up to 5 years (or until you turn 41). The option to have their second-year membership sponsored may also be available. Other membership options are also available.
To learn more about the WGC, visit cfdunncounty.org. In the main menu, navigate to Initiatives & Programs and click The Women’s Giving Circle of Dunn County.
Media release from the Community Foundation of Dunn County.