Make a difference close to home.

Together, we strengthen the places and people that make our community home.

How can we help?

Whether you want to give, apply, or plan for the future, start here.

Give to a Fund

Find and support a cause you care about.

Start a Fund

Create a charitable, family, memorial, or donor-advised fund.

Apply for a Grant

Find support for local nonprofits and community projects.

Find Scholarships

Explore opportunities for local students.

Plan a Legacy Gift

Make a last difference through your estate.

Manage My Fund

Access the fundholder portal.

FEATURED FUND

Black River Falls Community Fund

A permanent, flexible resource created to meet our community's changing needs -- today and for generations to come.

Your community.
Your foundation.

The Black River Falls Area Foundation connects generous people with local causes, scholarships, and community projects. Together, we build a stronger, more vibrant future for the places we call home.

$2.4M

Grants Awarded

125

Scholarships

42

Funds Managed

30+

Orgs Supported

Community Stories & News

NEW AGRICULTURAL SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM ANNOUNCED!

AGRICULTURAL SCHOLARSHIPS  AVAILABLE for Seniors or Alumni of ANY JACKSON COUNTY SCHOOL! Tim & Kay Finch have generously announced a new scholarship program.  There are now $2,000 scholarship(s) available for: Graduating Senior OR Alumni of ANY Jackson...

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Helping Our Community Shine

Helping Our Community Shine

On Tuesday, September 17th, the annual Friends of the Foundation Luncheon honored retiring trustee Kay Finch. Kay joined the Foundation Board in 2009. She served as Secretary from 2016 until 2020, Vice-Chairperson beginning in 2020 and Chairperson from 2022 to...

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Forms & Resources

Giving Form

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Grant Form

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Scholarship Form

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Additional forms, reports, financials, and policies are available in the resource library.

Not sure where to begin?

Our team can help you make a gift, establish a fund, or find the right opportunity.