Assets Held in Each Fund Type*

Create Culture

Supports programs and organizations that enhance the quality of life in our community through music, literature, visual arts, performing arts, and museums.

Form Futures

Enhances learning opportunities for children and adults in the Eau Claire area. Form Futures grants may also provide community development opportunities.

Give Green

Supports programs that engage children and adults in activities that improve environmental quality or provide fitness, health, and wellness opportunities. It also includes support for animals and wildlife.

Offer Opportunities

Provides children, adults, and families with basic needs such as food, shelter, clothing, health services, veterans’ programs and disability assistance.

Grants Distributed in 2022 - $2,610,393

Financial Preparation

ECCF assets are in a balanced portfolio of pooled investments that maximize fund growth and encourages, facilitates, and manages long-term philanthropy. Both the Diversified Portfolio and the Socially Responsible Portfolio are managed by Morgan Stanley. The Intermediate Portfolio is managed by Badgley + Phelps Wealth Managers.

Financial Statements are prepared by CliftonLarsonAllen, LLP, the Audit is completed by Olsen Thielen CPA’s and Advisors, LTD, and the 990 returns are prepared by Wipfli, LLP.