The Tuscola County Community Foundation (TCCF), established in 1997, is a nonprofit corporation dedicated to enhancing the quality of life in Tuscola County. The foundation administers donations from a diverse range of donors, preserving the principal of these gifts in perpetuity and utilizing the income generated to fund local grants. Through this process, TCCF addresses community needs and supports promising local initiatives.
TCCF places particular emphasis on projects that demonstrate innovation, offer opportunities to leverage additional local funding, and provide substantial benefits to the community in relation to the resources invested. Additionally, projects that foster cooperation and collaboration between organizations and possess the potential for sustainability beyond the grant period are favorably considered.
Grants from TCCF are awarded to a broad array of charitable, community, scientific, literary, educational, and cultural programs. Eligible applicants include 501(c)(3) organizations and other tax-exempt entities serving the citizens and communities of Tuscola County. However, grants are not awarded to sectarian religious programs, nor are they typically provided for operating budgets, previously incurred debt, endowment campaigns, or fundraising activities.
Applications for funding must present new projects, as those already initiated or completed are ineligible. Lower priority is given to requests for travel by groups such as school classes, clubs, or sports teams. Proposals from hospitals, schools, childcare services, nursing or retirement facilities, and requests for items such as computers or motorized vehicles, are considered only if they align with the foundation’s priorities, promise significant community impact, or address the needs of underserved populations.
Grants are generally awarded for a one-year period. The foundation’s Grant Committee and Board of Trustees evaluate applications based on these guidelines and the potential of proposed projects to meet the foundation’s mission of community enhancement. The foundation encourages collaborative efforts and sustainability in project planning. Specific deadlines, application questions, and contact details for inquiries are not provided in the source text.
