Communications & The wisconsin DOR’s
Innovation Grant Program
What is it?
The state’s new grant program helps counties, municipalities, and tribes fund innovative partnerships that transfer existing services to another public, nonprofit or private organization.
There’s $300 million available statewide, and each municipality may receive up to $10 million per year. Participating governments can choose to transfer all or part of a service, and the Department of Revenue (DOR) will prioritize projects that improve public safety, fire protection, and emergency services.
Applications are due by March 31, 2026.
Learn more from the Wisconsin State Department of Revenue.
How can Mueller help?
Communications is one of the eligible services, and Mueller Communications qualifies as an approved partner.
We can take on communications functions such as:
community & media relations
crisis communications planning & execution
digital marketing
grAPHIC & creative services
website building & maintenance
public meetings & information sessions
social media management
what’s next?
If you are interested in discussing a contract for transferring communications services to Mueller Communications, contact connect @muellercommunications.com.
while you’re here
check out these additional resources
Proactive Communication for Community Engagement for the City of Fond du Lac
Four Tips For
Creating A Municipal Communications Program
Are You A League Member?
Did you know, the League of Wisconsin Municipalities has an ongoing relationship with Mueller Communications? Through a municipality’s membership in the League, it is eligible for initial consultation with the Mueller team relative to how to manage the public aspects of a crisis. If your municipality is experiencing a crisis, contact Jerry Deschane, Executive Director of the League, and he’ll connect you with the Mueller Communications team.