Michigan grants for County governments

The Community Energy Management (CEM) Program, administered by the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE), offers grants to improve energy management, increase energy efficiency, and promote renewable energy adoption for local governments and tribes. This program is part of the EGLE Catalyst Communities Initiative, supporting Governor Whitmer’s climate change priorities. The grant period runs from January 1, 2024, to August 31, 2025, with a total of $5,850,000 available, sourced from the U.S. Department of Energy’s State Energy Program (SEP) and Energy Efficiency Conservation Block Grant Program (EECBG). Projects must focus on energy efficiency upgrades, renewable energy installations, fleet electrification, EV charging infrastructure, and clean energy workforce development. The application deadline is June 30, 2024, or until funds are exhausted.

The Food Safety Training and Education grant, offered by the Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development (MDARD), aims to provide up to $365,000 for projects focused on food safety training and education. The fund is divided into $242,500 for consumer education and $114,100 for training food service establishment employees and agents enforcing the Michigan Food Law of 2000. Grants will be awarded from October 1, 2024, to September 30, 2025, with multi-year proposals considered based on future funding. Applications are solicited from May 3 to June 24, 2024.

The Category A Economic Development Road Projects grant, administered by the MDOT Office of Economic Development, aims to promote increased economic potential and improve quality of life by supporting job creation and retention in Michigan. The program funds transportation projects that enhance the network of highway services essential to economic competitiveness, improve accessibility to target industries, support private job-creating initiatives, and encourage economic development and redevelopment efforts. Eligible recipients include MDOT, county road commissions, and city and village street agencies. Projects must address transportation needs critical to economic development, relate to target industries such as agriculture, tourism, manufacturing, and more, create or retain permanent jobs, and have an immediate positive impact on local employment and the economy. Applications are accepted year-round, and funding decisions are made up to five times a year.

This funding opportunity is designed to support K-12 schools, colleges, universities, and local governments in Michigan in enhancing educational programs about Native American history and culture, revising offensive mascots, and promoting mutual respect.

This grant provides financial support to local school districts, churches, and non-profit organizations for educational and cultural events held at the Granum Theatre in Alpena, Michigan.

The Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy’s (EGLE) Recycling Unit is offering grants to advance the research, development, or demonstration of concepts or projects intended to create innovative and practical approaches to increase the reuse and recycling of batteries and other critical minerals. Donor Name: Michigan Department of Environment Great Lakes and Energy (EGLE) State: Michigan County: All Counties Type of Grant: Grant | Matching Grants Deadline: 05/24/2024 Size of the Grant: More than $1 million Grant Duration: 5 Years Details: The Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE) protects Michigan’s environment and public health by managing air, water, land, and energy resources, and is focused on addressing climate change, diversity, equity, and inclusion. In fiscal year (FY) 2024, EGLE will provide matching grants to support public or private colleges or universities in an effort to address the research, development, or demonstration of concepts or projects intended to create innovative and practical approaches to increase the reuse and recycling of batteries and other critical minerals. Applicants must consider the following program objectives, priorities, and tasks in the planning of their proposal. Program Objective  Support research into the reuse of critical materials for clean energy production through research, development, and/or demonstration of concepts or projects intended to create innovative and practical approaches to increase the reuse and recycling of batteries and other critical minerals. Program Priorities  Research into the reuse of critical materials for clean energy production through circular economy efforts to capture and reuse critical minerals. Research, development, or demonstration of projects that recycle critical minerals from electric vehicles and other battery storage units. Funding Information A total of $4.75 million in funding is expected to be available, with the average individual grant awards ranging from $500,000 to $2,500,000. Grant Period The State anticipates the grant period will start October 1, 2024, and will end on September 30, 2029. Eligibility Criteria  Any Michigan public or private colleges or universities that grant baccalaureate degrees and that are studying the opportunities to recycle and innovate and maximize the use of critical minerals from electric vehicles and other battery storage units may apply. Preference will be provided to those institutions who have partnerships with entities involved in the research, development, or demonstration of concepts or projects intended to create innovative and practical approaches to increase the reuse and recycling of batteries and other critical minerals. For more information, visit EGLE.

The Administration of Justice Grants Program prioritizes funding of innovative projects that educate Michigan children and adults about their legal rights and responsibilities, the American Justice system, and opportunities for conflict and dispute resolution. Donor Name: Michigan State Bar Foundation State: Michigan County: All Counties Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 05/10/2024 Size of the Grant: $10,000 to $100,000 Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: The Michigan State Bar Foundation funds innovative projects through its Administration of Justice grant program. Priorities for these funds include: Educating Michigan children and adults about their legal rights and responsibilities, and the American Justice system; and Opportunities for conflict and dispute resolution; and Supporting civil legal aid to the poor. From time to time, the Foundation also may consider or seek projects of extraordinary merit in other subject areas related to improvements in the administration of justice. Funding Information The average size of recent AOJ grants is $12-$15,000. AOJ Grant Criteria  Grant proposals that include the following are favored: Demonstrate innovative approaches or new ideas; Benefit Michigan residents; Have potential for independent financial and programmatic continuity; Demonstrate community support, collaboration, partnerships, and links with other entities doing similar work; Avoid duplication of service; Have multiple funding sources; Have potential for applicability or replication in other parts of the state; Include a meaningful evaluation component; Leverage a significant volunteer commitment; Show a history of quality service and fiscal responsibility. Grants are not made: To political campaigns or for lobbying or political advocacy; To support religious activities; That jeopardize the Foundation’s tax-exempt status. Grants are generally not made:  To individuals; To endowment or capital campaigns; To repay loans; As a substitute for other funds; For continuing operating support or projects exceeding 3 years; For general overhead costs in excess of 10% of the grant amount. For more information, visit MSBF.

This grant provides funding for organizations experienced in wetland management to acquire, restore, and create wetlands in the Lake Erie and Saginaw Bay watersheds, promoting ecological health and community engagement.

This grant, under the authority of Public Act 53 of 2022, is part of the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021, designated to enhance public outdoor recreation facilities through the development, renovation, or redevelopment of local parks and trails. The funding aims to modernize these facilities and promote public recreation, equity, tourism, and economic recovery from the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic. Eligible subrecipients must maintain an active SAM registration and use the funds in accordance with the established terms, including meeting deadlines for expense obligations and expenditures by specific dates in 2024 and 2026 respectively.

This program provides funding to organizations in Michigan to help low-income households access solar energy, prioritizing projects that serve predominantly low-income subscribers.

Impact Grants are meant to increase the long-term impact of an organization or program, increase the organization’s ability to reach under-served populations, or enable two or more nonprofits to work collaboratively to create transformative and sustainable community change. Donor Name: Capital Region Community Foundation State: Michigan County: Clinton County (MI), Eaton County (MI), Ingham County (MI) Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 05/15/2024 Size of the Grant: Not Available Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: The Capital Region Community Foundation provides charitable funding to 501(c)3 nonprofit organizations and other eligible entities, for projects and programs that predominantly benefit residents of Clinton, Eaton, and Ingham Counties, Michigan. Who is eligible for a grant? Applicants must predominantly serve residents of Clinton, Eaton and Ingham Counties, Michigan. Must have or partner with a 501(c)(3). Municipalities may also apply. If required, must have a Michigan Charitable License to Solicit. They are unable to fund the following: individuals, international organizations, sectarian or religious programs, endowment funds, existing obligations, debts or expenses incurred before the grant approval date. Criteria  Impact Projects must meet at least one of the following Impact Criteria: Significantly increase the long-term impact of an organization or program, not provide for ongoing operations (routine expenses such as ongoing programming, occupancy, administration, etc.) For example, Impact Grants will not purchase food for a pantry; however, they might purchase equipment that help a pantry stock healthier options to impact the health of their clients. Significantly increase an organization’s ability to reach under-served populations, rather than simply serve more people. For example, Impact Grants are not designed to increase the number of people utilizing an existing program, but rather to help expand a successful program to have greater impact to a new, high-need population. Enable two or more nonprofits to work collaboratively to create transformative and sustainable community change. They welcome applications where two or more organizations are collaborating to implement a solution to a critical community issue. For more information, visit CRCF.

The Land and Water Conservation Fund offers matching grants to states and local governments for acquiring and developing public outdoor recreation areas and facilities. Aligning with Michigan's 2023-2027 Statewide Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan (SCORP), this grant focuses on assessing current resources and demands, evaluating trends, and setting strategic priorities for outdoor recreation improvements over the next five years. Applications are evaluated based on criteria that ensure alignment with the SCORP, and funding decisions are made by the National Park Service upon recommendation from the Michigan Department of Natural Resources. Application deadlines are set annually, with a process involving submission, evaluation, and final approval stages. Applicants must have a DNR-approved community five-year recreation plan to be eligible. Grant renewed every year. Grant Annual deadline: April 1st

The Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF) is a federal program administered in Michigan by the Department of Natural Resources on behalf of the National Park Service. It aims to develop public outdoor recreation facilities and offer matching grants to local governments for creating public outdoor recreation areas and facilities. The grant focuses on aligning with the priorities of the 2022-2027 State Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan, which includes trails, community recreation, green technology, coordination, communication, and universal access. Acquisition of land is not eligible for funding under this grant. Eligible applicants include state agencies and local government units such as cities, villages, townships, counties, and Native American Tribes. The application process is exclusively online via the MiGrants system, and the funding requires a 50% match from the applicant. Grant renewed every year. Grant Annual deadline: April 1st

This funding opportunity supports registered animal shelters in Michigan to enhance sterilization, adoption, and public education programs for dogs and cats, while ensuring compliance with state animal welfare laws.

AUTOMOBILE THEFT PREVENTION AUTHORITY (ATPA) GRANT APPLICATION OVERVIEW The Automobile Theft Prevention Authority (ATPA), established in 1986, aims to reduce motor vehicle theft in Michigan. Through competitive grants, the ATPA funds programs targeting motor vehicle theft reduction. Grant funds are exclusively allocated for this purpose. Eligibility: Law enforcement agencies, prosecutors, and 501(c)(3) non-profit organizations are eligible to apply. Grant Usage: Grants are awarded for enforcement, prosecution, community awareness, and prevention programs aimed at reducing motor vehicle theft. Match Required: Non-profit organizations: No matching funds required. All other agencies: 50% cash match of the total approved budget is required. Deadline: Applications must be received by June 3, 2024. Incomplete applications will not be accepted. Required Submissions: Completed application with signatures and supporting budget documentation. An 8 ½” x 11” map displaying the area served by the proposed project. Additional Requirements for Non-profit Organizations: Copy of the organization’s bylaws. Copy of the organization’s Articles of Incorporation filed with the State of Michigan. Copy of the organization’s determination letter from the Internal Revenue Service recognizing tax-exempt status under section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. Submission Method: Scan and email an electronic copy of the signature page along with the saved electronic version of the application and supporting documentation to [email protected]. Retain a copy of the entire application, including instructions and attachments, for your records. Paper copies are not required. For Further Assistance: Contact the ATPA at [email protected] for additional information or application assistance. Website: www.michigan.gov/atpa

This program provides $11 million to law enforcement agencies to develop community policing initiatives that strengthen partnerships with local communities and promote collaborative problem-solving.

The Public Safety Academy Assistance Program provides financial support, up to $24,000 per recruit, for law enforcement training academy costs and salaries of recruits attending the academy, with a single agency able to fund up to 25 recruits.

This funding opportunity supports nonprofit arts and cultural organizations and municipalities in Michigan to improve, expand, or construct facilities that enhance the state's arts and culture infrastructure.

This funding opportunity supports specific arts and culture projects that engage the public, promote lifelong learning, and enhance community livability across various artistic disciplines in Michigan.

This program provides funding to local governments in Michigan to develop and implement accountability-based initiatives aimed at reducing juvenile crime and improving the juvenile justice system.