Clinton Area Fund Grant

The Clinton Area Fund, a component fund of the Lenawee Community Foundation, is currently accepting applications for its 2025 grant cycle. Established to support projects that improve quality of life within the Clinton community, this fund provides small-scale grants to nonprofit organizations. The Foundation oversees the program and ensures that resources raised through community giving are directed back into local initiatives that demonstrate measurable community value. The fund reflects the Lenawee Community Foundation’s broader mission of enhancing health, happiness, and hope throughout Lenawee County by supporting local charities, programs, and projects that address pressing needs and opportunities. Grant applicants must be nonprofit organizations located in Clinton, Michigan. Projects are eligible for consideration if they clearly demonstrate community value, show tangible benefits to local residents, and align with the purpose of the fund. School projects, however, are specifically excluded from eligibility. Successful projects must also agree to help promote the Clinton Area Fund. The fund emphasizes supporting efforts that strengthen community connections, enhance the well-being of residents, and contribute positively to local life. Grants awarded through the Clinton Area Fund are modest, with a maximum of $500 available per project. There is no minimum award floor indicated. Total program funding is not specified in the announcement, though it is implied that multiple projects may be funded as determined by available resources. Funding decisions will be made based on recommendations from the Clinton Area Fund Committee and finalized by the Lenawee Community Foundation Board of Directors. Applicants are advised that submission of a request does not guarantee funding. Applications must be submitted electronically through the Lenawee Community Foundation’s grant portal at https://goapply2.akoyago.com/lenaweecf. The deadline for submissions is September 30, 2025, with all applicants notified of funding decisions by October 31, 2025. There is no pre-application process or Letter of Intent requirement. Applications opened prior to the August 29, 2025 announcement, making the opportunity currently active and open to applicants. The grant is recurring and offered on an annual basis, with future cycles expected in the fall each year. Review and evaluation of proposals will be conducted by the Clinton Area Fund Committee, which will prioritize projects demonstrating community value and alignment with fund objectives. Final approval will be made by the Lenawee Community Foundation Board of Directors. Applicants should understand that the number of awards and final funding amounts depend on the pool of applicants and resources available. The process underscores the community-driven nature of the fund, designed to respond to local needs. For questions or assistance, applicants may contact Paula Trentman at paula@lenaweecf.com or by phone at 517-263-4696. Additional information about the Lenawee Community Foundation and its programs is available through staff contacts, including Kirsten Stiver at kirsten@lenaweecf.com, or by visiting the Foundation’s office at 1440 W. Maumee St., Adrian, Michigan 49221. The Foundation encourages nonprofit partners in Clinton to consider applying and help strengthen their community through this opportunity.