Eau Claire Community Foundation

Eau Claire Community Foundation The Eau Claire Community Foundation (ECCF) is a bridge connecting donors and charities. Your gift will benefit our community forever.

ECCF establishes endowments that are invested to provide long-term support for charitable purposes. We are widely recognized in the area as the leading community resource for promoting philanthropy, collaboration and innovation, and building endowments. We award grants annually in the following categories:

1) "Create Culture" - programs and organizations that enhance the quality of life in our co

mmunity through music, visual and performing arts, and museums

2) "Form Futures" - programs that provide instruction for children and adults offered by established institutions or non-profit organizations, as well as programs that offer learning or community development opportunities

3) "Give Green" - programs that engage children and/or adults in activities that improve or sustain the quality of our earth and all natural resources. Also, programs that provide opportunities for children and/or adults to engage in sports, fitness, and health and recreational activities.

4) "Offer Opportunities" - programs that provide for important needs for children, youth, adults, families, or community needs such as food, shelter, safety, clothing, and assistance for people with disabilities.

Charitable giving is deeply personal, shaped by the people, places, and causes that matter most to you.Through thoughtfu...
09/01/2026

Charitable giving is deeply personal, shaped by the people, places, and causes that matter most to you.

Through thoughtful charitable planning, ECCF helps individuals and families turn their values into meaningful impact, today and for generations to come.

Whether you’re supporting a favorite cause, involving your family in giving, or creating a lasting legacy, we’re here to help make your generosity go further.

A little team time outside the office! 🎳💙Yesterday, the ECCF team enjoyed an afternoon of bowling, good company, plenty ...
08/29/2026

A little team time outside the office! 🎳💙

Yesterday, the ECCF team enjoyed an afternoon of bowling, good company, plenty of laughs, and maybe a little friendly competition. 😉

We’re hiring a Marketing Manager! 📣 We are seeking a strategic, creative, and enthusiastic Marketing Manager to lead mar...
08/28/2026

We’re hiring a Marketing Manager! 📣

We are seeking a strategic, creative, and enthusiastic Marketing Manager to lead marketing, brand, and communication efforts that help advance our mission and deepen engagement across the community.

When you join ECCF, you become part of a collaborative, purpose-driven team helping generosity make a lasting difference across the Chippewa Valley. 💙

Want to be part of our team? Learn more and apply: https://eccfwi.org/careers/

🎉 Grantee Spotlight - Girls on the Run of the Chippewa Valley! 🎉This week, we are excited to highlight Girls on the Run ...
08/27/2026

🎉 Grantee Spotlight - Girls on the Run of the Chippewa Valley! 🎉

This week, we are excited to highlight Girls on the Run of the Chippewa Valley.

Through fun, evidence-based programs, Girls on the Run inspires participants to recognize their inner strength, build confidence, increase physical activity, and stand up for themselves and others. With support from trained volunteer coaches, participants learn essential life skills like managing emotions, fostering friendships, and expressing empathy.

The 2026 Community Grant Cycle funding supported curriculum books, participation kits, and program materials for 2027 programming, including an 8-week spring program and two summer camps. 💙

Thank you for helping young people grow in confidence, connection, and courage. 👏

08/26/2026

We are incredibly grateful for the outpouring of generosity following Dolly’s passing. In just a short time, more than $1,200 has already been donated to support Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library right here in Eau Claire. ❤️📚

For those who would like to honor Dolly’s legacy with a gift, one of the most direct ways to support the program locally is through the Eau Claire Community Foundation’s Imagination Fund:

https://eccf.fcsuite.com/erp/donate/create/fund?funit_id=5245

You can also mail a check made payable to ECCF Imagination Fund to:

Eau Claire Community Foundation
7 Dewey St.
Eau Claire, WI 54701

Every gift helps us continue what Dolly started: putting books into the hands and homes of young children and helping foster a love of reading from the very beginning.

We will forever be grateful to 🦋Dolly Parton🦋 for creating this extraordinary program and to The Pablo Foundation for helping bring her vision to children and families in our community.

Dolly gave us an incredible legacy to carry forward. With the support of our community, we’ll keep the books coming.❤️📖

We’re stepping away from our desks a little early tomorrow! 💙The ECCF office will close at 1:00 PM on Thursday, August 2...
08/26/2026

We’re stepping away from our desks a little early tomorrow! 💙

The ECCF office will close at 1:00 PM on Thursday, August 27 for a team outing. We’ll be back and ready to connect during regular office hours on Friday, August 28.

Thanks for understanding!

A little sneak peek behind the scenes! 🎬✨Our team has been busy gearing up for this year’s Autumn Social, and we’re exci...
08/26/2026

A little sneak peek behind the scenes! 🎬✨

Our team has been busy gearing up for this year’s Autumn Social, and we’re excited to give you a glimpse of what we’ve been working on with JSH Films.

From capturing the inspiring work of Eau Claire Sober Living and Michelle Markquart’s story, to celebrating Leadership Award recipient Mark Faanes and highlighting the Terry & Flo Sheridan Family Fund, there are so many meaningful moments coming together for this year’s event.

We can’t wait to share it all with you on Thursday, September 24, at the Eau Claire Event District! Tickets are limited, so reserve yours today. 🎟️👇
https://eccf.fcsuite.com/erp/donate/list/event?event_date_id=5364

August is National Make-A-Will Month. 💙Creating or updating your will is an important step in caring for the people and ...
08/25/2026

August is National Make-A-Will Month. 💙

Creating or updating your will is an important step in caring for the people and causes that matter most to you. It can also be an opportunity to think about the legacy you hope to leave in your community.📃

A charitable gift through your estate can help ensure your generosity continues for generations, supporting the organizations and causes that have been meaningful throughout your life.

ECCF can work alongside you and your professional advisors to help create a charitable plan that reflects your wishes and your vision for the future.✨

🎉 Happy 5-Year Work Anniversary, Brenna! 🎉Today we’re celebrating Brenna and five years with ECCF as our Program & Event...
08/23/2026

🎉 Happy 5-Year Work Anniversary, Brenna! 🎉

Today we’re celebrating Brenna and five years with ECCF as our Program & Events Coordinator!

From leading the planning and ex*****on of ECCF’s events to managing our scholarship program, Brenna brings organization, creativity, and care to everything she does. We’re grateful for all she brings to our team and community. 💙

Grantee Spotlight of the Week!! 🎉🎉🎉This week, we’re excited to spotlight Chippewa Valley Tool Library!Chippewa Valley To...
08/20/2026

Grantee Spotlight of the Week!! 🎉🎉🎉

This week, we’re excited to spotlight Chippewa Valley Tool Library!

Chippewa Valley Tool Library is working to make tools, equipment, and creative space more accessible to neighbors and partners throughout the Chippewa Valley. Through tool lending, educational programming, and shared workspace, they help individuals, families, and organizations build, repair, and create without the high cost of owning every tool themselves. 🛠️

The 2026 Community Grant Cycle funding will help launch a community tool library in Eau Claire, providing shared tools, skill-building classes, and inclusive workspace access. 💙

Thank you for helping reduce waste, build confidence, and create a welcoming space where neighbors can learn, collaborate, and bring projects to life. 👏

Address

7 S Dewey Street, Suite 200
Eau Claire, WI
54701

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 4pm
Tuesday 9am - 4pm
Wednesday 9am - 4pm
Thursday 9am - 4pm
Friday 9am - 4pm

Telephone

+17155523801

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