This grant opportunity is open to organizations of all types across the USA, including nonprofits, startups, researchers, local governments, and small businesses. However, eligibility requirements must be met. To be eligible for a grant, organizations must be recognized as tax-exempt under section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code and not a private foundation. They must also have a current financial audit conducted by an independent certified public accountant or a financial review for organizations with yearly revenues under $500,000. Additionally, organizations must have had total revenues of at least $100,000 for the preceding year and not discriminate based on certain factors.
The grant opportunity focuses on environmental health and justice in the Great Lakes region, specifically Wayne, Oakland, and Macomb counties in Michigan. It supports efforts to improve water quality in various watersheds and reduce agricultural and urban runoff. The opportunity also addresses lead hazards in housing and soil in Detroit and Wayne County, as well as asthma incidence in the same area through improved air quality. Sustainable business practices and arts/cultural initiatives are also supported.
To apply for this grant opportunity, organizations are encouraged to submit a Letter of Inquiry (LOI) describing their organization, program need, expected outcomes, and activities. LOIs can be submitted at any time and are reviewed on a rolling basis. If invited based on their LOI submission, organizations will be asked to submit a full Proposal that includes specific information outlined in the Grant Application Instructions. Grants are approved at board meetings held in January, May, and September.
For more information about this grant opportunity and to access the online application portal for LOI submission or reporting requirements if awarded a grant, please visit the provided link: [Grant Application Link](https://us.grantrequest.com/Login.aspx?ReturnUrl=%2faccountmanager.aspx%3fSA%3dAM%26sid%3d960&SA=AM&sid=960)
