What is Beaver Dam Area Giving 100?

Beaver Dam Area Giving 100 is a collective giving program that brings together community-minded individuals who want to make a difference. Members pool their resources to create a significant impact for local nonprofits without a huge time or financial commitment. The concept is simple: Four times a year, 100 people each give $100, and together we grant $7,500 to a local nonprofit with an annual community impact of $30,000. It’s an easy way to make a big difference in our area.

How a Beaver Dam Area Giving 100 Event Works

1. Arrive and Connect Giving 100 meetings are hosted at unique and interesting locations, some of which are not typically open to the public. Meetings begin promptly at 5:00 p.m. Members are welcome to arrive on time, purchase a beverage if available, and spend time socializing with fellow Giving 100 members.
2. Be Inspired by a Guest Speaker Each meeting features a guest speaker who delivers a brief presentation designed to engage, inform, and energize the group.
3. Hear from Local Nonprofits Following the speaker, members will hear from three community projects presented by representatives from local nonprofit organizations. Each nonprofit is given five minutes to present their project. After each presentation, members have an additional five minutes to ask questions.
4. Cast Your Vote After all presentations conclude, members will anonymously vote for the project they would most like to see funded. Upon registration, each member receives a token. Members place their token into the bucket corresponding to their chosen project.
5. Grant Recipient Announcement The project that receives the most votes is announced immediately following the vote. The total number of votes is not disclosed.

How to Apply for a Grant

Nonprofits serving Dodge County are encouraged to apply for their chance at a $7,500 grant on a quarterly basis. This opportunity empowers local organizations to strengthen their programs, expand their reach, and amplify their impact with flexible funding.

CLICK HERE TO APPLY FOR A GRANT

To be eligible to apply, nonprofits must:

• Be a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization.
• Serve residents of Dodge County and demonstrate a clear local impact.
• Present a specific project or initiative that can be supported immediately by a one‑time grant.
• Be available to present in-person at a meeting if selected.
• Agree to deliver a five‑minute presentation followed by a five‑minute Q&A.
• Use grant funds for charitable purposes that align with community needs.

Why Apply for a Grant?

• Meaningful Funding: A $7,500 grant can help launch new initiatives, enhance existing services, or meet critical community needs.
• Community‑Powered Impact: Giving 100 grants are funded by local donors who are invested in seeing Beaver Dam and Dodge County thrive.
• Visibility and Connection: Participating organizations gain valuable exposure and build relationships within a network of engaged community leaders and philanthropists.

Become a Member

1. Click Here to Join as a Member
   Become a founding member! Commit to giving $100 per quarterly event by emailing your completed application to giving100@beaverdamacf.com.
2. Attend Giving Events
   Members gather to hear grant presentations from local nonprofits.
3. Vote & Give
   After hearing grant presentations from three nonprofit organizations, members anonymously vote on which nonprofit will receive the pooled donation.
4. See the Impact
   One nonprofit walks away with a transformative gift thanks to you and your fellow members.

Why Join?

• Minimal Time Commitment: Just a few hours each year.
• Maximum Impact: Your $100 combines with others to create a major gift.
• Local Focus: Every dollar stays in the Beaver Dam area.

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