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Michigan Capacity Building Grants

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2025 Miller Foundation Grant
Contact for amount
Miller Foundation (Battle Creek)
Private

Application Deadline

Oct 5, 2025

Date Added

Aug 15, 2025

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations in Battle Creek, Michigan, to support community-based projects that enhance local well-being and governance.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Apex Digital Technology Empowerment Grant
$25,000
Apex Digital Solutions
Private

Application Deadline

Sep 8, 2025

Date Added

Jul 17, 2025

This program provides up to $25,000 in professional IT services to mid-sized to large Michigan-based nonprofits, helping them enhance their technology infrastructure and security while aligning their digital strategies with their mission goals.

Science and Technology
Nonprofits
Michigan Innovation Fund Program
$3,000,000
Michigan Economic Development Corporation
Private

Application Deadline

Aug 8, 2025

Date Added

Jul 4, 2025

This funding initiative provides financial support to Michigan-based nonprofits and higher education institutions that assist startups, aiming to boost innovation and economic development in the state.

Business and Commerce
Nonprofits
Capacity Building Opportunities in Michigan
$75,000
Ethel and James Flinn Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 24, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to nonprofit organizations and government agencies in southeast Michigan that deliver mental health services, focusing on enhancing service accessibility and organizational resilience.

Capacity Building
Nonprofits
Investing in the Health of the Upper Peninsula in Michigan
$50,000
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Sep 12, 2025

Date Added

Jun 13, 2025

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations in Michigan's Upper Peninsula to improve health services and support for the region's aging population.

Health
Nonprofits
Rural Readiness Grant Program
$50,000
Michigan Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity (LEO)
State

Application Deadline

Sep 15, 2025

Date Added

Jun 9, 2025

This funding initiative provides up to $50,000 to support capacity-building projects in rural Michigan communities, focusing on local solutions for infrastructure, housing, workforce, and other development needs.

Capacity Building
Nonprofits
CFNEM Community Impact Grant Program
$5,000
Community Foundation for Northeast Michigan
Private

Application Deadline

Jan 15, 2026

Date Added

May 28, 2025

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations, public schools, and government entities in northeastern Michigan to support innovative projects that address local community needs and promote collaboration and sustainability.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Early-Stage Operations and Planning Fund
$150,000
Steelcase Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Apr 29, 2025

This grant provides $150,000 over three years to emerging nonprofit organizations in Kent County, Michigan, that focus on social change and need support in building their infrastructure and sustainability.

Arts
Nonprofits
Capital Region Community Foundation’s Impact Grants
Contact for amount
Capital Region Community Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Apr 15, 2025

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations in Clinton, Eaton, and Ingham Counties, Michigan, to support innovative projects that significantly enhance community services and collaboration for underserved populations.

Community Development
Nonprofits
BCF Alamar Nonprofit Sustainability Grant
$75,000
Berrien Community Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Apr 7, 2025

This grant provides $75,000 over three years to a single nonprofit in Berrien County, Michigan, to enhance employee well-being and organizational sustainability through innovative projects.

Capacity Building
Nonprofits
Michigan Urban and Community Forestry Inflation Reduction Act Grant Program - Round 3
$150,000
Michigan Department of Natural Resources
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Mar 3, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to local governments, tribal entities, educational institutions, and nonprofits for urban forestry projects that enhance tree coverage and benefit disadvantaged communities in Michigan.

Environment
City or township governments
Mini-Grants
$1,500
Charlevoix County Community Foundation (C3F)
Local

Application Deadline

Dec 15, 2025

Date Added

Feb 14, 2025

This program provides up to $1,500 in flexible funding for nonprofit organizations to address immediate needs, support small-scale projects, or enhance their capacity without the constraints of specific deadlines.

Capacity Building
Nonprofits
Michigan Health Endowment Fund Capacity Building Grants
$200,000
Michigan Health Endowment Fund
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Dec 30, 2024

This funding opportunity supports Michigan-based nonprofits, tribal organizations, and local governments in strengthening their operational capacity or collaborative health initiatives to better serve their communities.

Capacity Building
Nonprofits
Capacity Building Grants
Contact for amount
Capital Region Community Foundation
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Dec 12, 2024

This funding opportunity is designed to help nonprofit organizations improve their internal operations and effectiveness through expert-led initiatives in areas like leadership development, strategic planning, and diversity training.

Capacity Building
Nonprofits
2025 Share Art Genesee Community Arts Grants Program
$100,000
Greater Flint Arts Council
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Nov 13, 2024

This grant provides financial support to nonprofit arts organizations in Genesee County, Michigan, to enhance community engagement and cultural initiatives through various arts programs.

Arts
Nonprofits
2025 Rural Development Fund Grant
$100,000
Michigan Department of Agriculture & Rural Development (MDARD)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Oct 25, 2024

This funding opportunity is designed to assist rural communities in Michigan by supporting projects that enhance land-based industries and infrastructure.

Agriculture
City or township governments
Multiyear General Operations Grants
$175,000
Kalamazoo Community Foundation (KZCF)
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Sep 24, 2024

This funding opportunity supports nonprofits and community organizations in Kalamazoo County that promote racial, social, and economic justice, helping them cover essential operational costs over a three-year period.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Housing Solutions Grant
$25,000
Charlevoix County Community Foundation
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Aug 12, 2024

This funding opportunity provides financial support to nonprofits, government entities, and educational institutions in Charlevoix County to develop diverse housing options that promote mixed-income communities and align with local development goals.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Environment and Land Use Grant
Contact for amount
Charlevoix County Community Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Aug 12, 2024

This funding opportunity supports nonprofit organizations, government entities, and educational institutions in Charlevoix County to implement projects focused on environmental education, protection, restoration, and sustainability.

Environment
Nonprofits
Community Impact Grant
$5,000
Community Foundation for Northeast Michigan (CFNEM)
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 18, 2024

This funding opportunity supports non-profit organizations, schools, and government agencies in Alcona, Alpena, Montmorency, or Presque Isle County for innovative projects that benefit the community.

Community Development
Nonprofits