Boreal Waters Community Foundation: Wetherby Fund Grant

The Wetherby Fund, managed by the Boreal Waters Community Foundation, aims to support underprivileged children in Duluth, MN, and Superior, WI. Funding priorities include educational programs, nature appreciation initiatives, and basic needs support. Eligible projects may involve summer camps, collaboration with local organizations, and assistance for children with disabilities. Nonprofits, governmental entities, and religious organizations may apply for grants to enhance children's well-being and promote community strength.

Funding Priorities
The fund considers both special projects and general operating support for initiatives that strengthen the community and provide for children’s well-being.
Examples of eligible projects include:

• Educational programs focused on preschool and elementary children
• Nature appreciation programs
• Summer camps like those from the Girl Scouts, Boy Scouts, YMCA, and YWCA
• Projects that help children access food, clothing, shelter, energy, and health care
• Programs co-sponsored by organizations like Hartley Nature Center, YWCA, and YMCA
• Programs that assist children with physical disabilities or visual impairments

Eligibility

Duluth, MN and/or Superior, WIA 501(c)(3) nonprofitA governmental entity or public school (under Section 170(c)(1))A tribal government (recognized under Section 7871)A church or religious organizationOr working with a fiscal sponsor that qualifies under one of the categories above