Mequon-Thiensville Community Foundation Inc Grants

Event sponsorships for one-time or recurring community events and activities by nonprofits or municipalities in Mequon and Thiensville, in exchange for promotional benefits such as name and brand awareness. Sponsorships are typically for $1,000 or less; larger requests require contacting the MTCF Board President first. The page says sponsorship funds are still available for 2026. Eligible applicants: Applicants must be located in the City of Mequon or Village of Thiensville and provide their program/activity/event/opportunity there.; Organizations must have a non-discrimination policy.; Applicant must be one of: an organization holding current tax-exempt status under Section 501(c)(3), (4), (6) or (19) of the Internal Revenue Code; a recognized government entity (state, county, or city agency, including law enforcement or fire departments) requesting funds exclusively for public purposes; or a K-12 public or private school, charter school, community/junior college, state/private college or university.; Events are one-time or special events where attendance is available to any Mequon or Thiensville resident, may occur on a scheduled (i.e. annual) basis, build name and brand awareness through publicity of the sponsor's name and logo, and may also be fundraising events.; Not funded: individuals.; Not funded: religious, labor or political organizations.; Not funded: conferences and meetings.; Not funded: organizations located outside the City of Mequon or Village of Thiensville.; Not funded: activities, events or programs outside the City of Mequon or Village of Thiensville.; Limited to one sponsorship per calendar year.; For sponsorship requests over $1,000, contact the MTCF Board President (info@mtcfgives.org) before submitting the request.; Requests are reviewed and decided by the MTCF Communications and Brand Awareness Committee and approved by the MTCF Board based on fit with MTCF's mission and pillars and within the approved MTCF budget. Once the budget for the fiscal year is spent, the website will announce that applications are no longer being reviewed.; The application asks whether the organization's governing board has authorized the request and has approved a non-discrimination policy. It also asks for event details, how the event aligns with MTCF's mission, and the amount requested. Applicants should attach information about sponsorship levels and the event.; Email the completed application and attachments to info@mtcfgives.org or mail them to Mequon-Thiensville Community Foundation, PO Box 52, Mequon, WI 53092.. Geography served: City of Mequon; Village of Thiensville. Published application deadlines: Sponsorship request deadlines: March 15, April 15, October 15, and December 15th..