Grant Application

Our goal is to create a better life in the communities we serve by helping those with the fewest resources. Funds raised at our event are used to issue grants to local nonprofits that support people with special needs, veterans, first responders, children and families in need and more!

Our grant application process is designed to gather important information to determine how your project or program aligns with our values and objectives, so we can allocate funds accordingly.

We strongly suggest reviewing the FAQs below, as there are more steps required in addition to completing the application form below.

Grant Application FAQs

The application window will be open February 1 through June 30. All applicants must submit both Part One and Part Two during the application window to be eligible for review.

We issue grants to local nonprofits that support people with special needs, veterans, first responders, children and families in need and more!

Eligible recipients must be a nonprofit charitable organization with Section 501(c)(3) status. Some exclusions apply for schools and first responders, for example.

Part One:

  • Complete the Grant Application form on our website during our open application window.

Part Two:

  • Email additional information to ALMinfo@almcharities.com, including:
    • Three years of your charity’s financials (side by side), including budget and expenses.
    • IRS Determination Letter showing that your organization is recognized as a 501(c)(3) public charity

Some exclusions apply for schools and first responders, for example.

A copy of the IRS Determination Letter stating that your organization would be exempt from Federal Income Tax under Section 501(c)(3) must be emailed to ALMinfo@almcharities.com. Current proof of supporting documentation will be required prior to approval. (Note: this is not the same letter as the State of Wisconsin Tax Exempt or EIN letter).

This grant is available to organizations with 501(c)(3) status or equivalent nonprofit designation by the State of Wisconsin Department of Regulation and Licensing and the Internal Revenue Service. Applications that do not supply the required IRS Determination Letter will not be considered.

Some exclusions apply for schools and first responders, for example.

Yes! Whether you received a grant last year or were not selected, you’re welcome to apply again this year.

Funds are typically disbursed in the Fall. An estimated timeline will be provided with the award confirmation.

Please contact ALMinfo@almcharities.com if you have additional questions.