The Windham Foundation offers several philanthropic programs.

Most significant is the Grants Program, which allows the Foundation to identify and support likeminded nonprofits to advance its mission of enhancing the economic, cultural, and civic life in communities throughout Vermont. 

Grants are awarded twice a year to support educational programs, local food initiatives, land conservation for public use, environmental protection, social services, cultural resources, and historic preservation.

The grants program recognizes that the social and economic vitality of a community is maintained through many activities -- social, cultural, and educational. The well-being of small communities comes through the success of local organizations involved in this work and the Foundation is proud to be their partner.

Over the years the Foundation has given away over $12 million in grants. The Foundation also helps support nonprofits operating in Grafton and regularly opens its doors for activities that benefit the local elementary school and the community.

Grant application deadlines and themes for 2025:

March 15, 2025 - Theme 1: Arts, Culture, and Education
Theme 2: Agriculture, Food, Land and the Natural World.

September 15, 2025 – Theme 3: Preserving and Developing Resilient Communities
Theme 4: Healthy and Vibrant Communities.