Michigan Education Grants

This grant provides funding to educators and coaches within the Colon Community Schools district to enhance academic programs, particularly in the arts, drama, and special education.

The Michigan Gateway Community Foundation is currently accepting grant applications for projects that benefit South Berrien and Cass Counties in Michigan. Grants are aimed at projects that promote the development or strengthening of community assets, have a long-term positive impact, lead to the prevention of recurring needs, encourage cooperation among organizations with related missions, and are financially sustainable without ongoing grant funding. Applicants are encouraged to contact the foundation before applying to understand the grantmaking process and requirements. Prior consultation with the foundation is strongly encouraged for applicants. Grant renewed every year. Grant Annual Winter deadline: February 1st

Youth Service America's (YSA) "We Serve to Remember 9/11 Day of Service Grants" program is designed to empower young changemakers aged 5 to 25. This initiative directly aligns with YSA's mission of engaging youth in service and fostering active citizenship. The grants support organizations, schools, and youth changemakers in planning and implementing service activities that honor and pay tribute to those affected by 9/11. The program emphasizes youth leadership, ensuring that projects are driven by the young participants themselves, thereby developing their leadership skills and sense of community responsibility. The program's target beneficiaries are primarily youth, with a strong focus on engaging those who are not typically asked to serve and face systemic barriers to participation. This includes young people of color, youth from underserved low-income families and neighborhoods, and youth who are often beneficiaries of service rather than participants. Specific groups identified include youth in rural communities, those experiencing homelessness, youth in foster care, youth with disabilities, youth in the juvenile justice system, immigrants or refugees, youth from military families, LGBTQ+ youth, and English language learners. The impact goal is to create a more inclusive service environment and empower a diverse group of young people to contribute to their communities. A key priority of this grant program is the engagement of at least 100 youth volunteers per project, with 80% of these volunteers identifying as youth facing systemic barriers to participation. Projects must include elements to honor and pay tribute to those who lost their lives on 9/11, their families, and those who responded in service. All activities must take place on or around September 11th National Day of Service and Remembrance (September 11, 2024). This specific timing reinforces the program's focus on remembrance and national service. YSA expects to award up to 100 grants of $1,000 each. The expected outcomes include a significant increase in youth engagement in service, particularly among marginalized groups, and the successful execution of service activities that commemorate 9/11. Measurable results will include the number of grants awarded, the number of youth volunteers engaged, and the percentage of those volunteers who identify as facing systemic barriers. The program also aims to foster a sense of civic duty and historical awareness among participants. The foundation's strategic priorities are centered on youth empowerment and inclusive participation in service. YSA's theory of change posits that by providing resources and opportunities, particularly to underserved youth, they can develop leadership skills, strengthen communities, and create a lasting impact. By focusing on youth-led projects and ensuring diverse representation, YSA aims to build a generation of civically engaged individuals who are committed to addressing community needs and remembering significant historical events. Applicants must be based in the United States, with activities benefiting people in the U.S., including its territories. This geographical focus ensures that the grants support local communities across the nation. The emphasis on reaching youth who face systemic barriers aligns with a broader strategic goal of promoting equity and inclusion within the service sector, demonstrating YSA's commitment to a more representative and impactful youth service movement.

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations in northwest Ohio and southeast Michigan for projects that promote understanding of Muslims and the Islamic faith through education, dialogue, and community cooperation.

The Ann Arbor Area Community Foundation (AAACF) is launching a grant program designed to bolster arts and culture nonprofits within Washtenaw County, with a dedicated focus on racial equity. This initiative directly aligns with AAACF's broader mission to activate the artistic and cultural identity of all residents and ensure universal access to arts and culture. The program seeks to invest in both new and existing community-based projects that serve diverse communities through arts and culture, while intentionally addressing racial equity. The primary beneficiaries of this program are Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC) communities within Washtenaw County, as well as arts programs and organizations with BIPOC leadership. The program also targets marginalized communities for vocational training in the arts. The impact goals are to strengthen arts and culture infrastructure, promote racial equity within the arts sector, and foster greater community engagement and access to artistic and cultural experiences for all residents. The program's priorities and focuses include supporting community-driven art programs that engage and collaborate with BIPOC communities, fostering BIPOC leadership in arts organizations, advancing equity in arts education, empowering organizations with digital capacity to reach BIPOC communities, and providing vocational training in the arts for marginalized communities. These focus areas are strategically chosen to address systemic inequities and build a more inclusive and vibrant arts and culture landscape in Washtenaw County. Expected outcomes include an increase in the number and capacity of arts and culture organizations serving BIPOC communities, enhanced representation and leadership of BIPOC individuals within the arts, improved access to high-quality arts education, and greater digital reach for organizations engaging diverse audiences. While specific measurable results are not explicitly detailed beyond the types of projects supported, the emphasis on community engagement and racial equity suggests a commitment to qualitative and quantitative assessments of community impact and equitable access. This grant program exemplifies AAACF's strategic priority of investing in initiatives that promote racial equity and enhance community well-being through cultural enrichment. The foundation's theory of change appears to be that by strategically funding arts and culture projects that center racial equity and empower marginalized communities, they can foster a more inclusive, vibrant, and accessible cultural environment for all residents of Washtenaw County. With available grant dollars of $120,000 and individual grant requests up to $15,000, AAACF is committing significant resources to achieve these transformative goals within the county.

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.

Grant Opportunity: Saginaw Bay Watershed Pollution Prevention/Chemical Collection Program Description: This grant opportunity is for the construction of a permanent facility to collect pesticides from farmers, homeowners, nurseries, etc. The facility will allow any end user of pesticides to dispose of unwanted materials at no cost. The project was completed in 1999 and is a joint project of the Saginaw County Department of Health and the Michigan Department of Agriculture. Grant Opportunity: Demonstrate Effectiveness of Biodegradable Two-Cycle Engine Oil Description: This grant opportunity is for field testing a soy-based oil that can be used as an alternative to petroleum-based oil in engines such as jet skis, outboard motors, and snowmobiles. The soy-based oil is environmentally preferable as it is 96% biodegradable and does not emit pollutants into the air and water. The funding will be used to demonstrate the safety and performance of the oil and document reductions in emissions into the environment. Grant Opportunity: Saginaw Bay Watershed Native Planting Preserve at Saginaw Valley State University Description: This grant opportunity aims to fund the development of a native planting preserve on the campus of Saginaw Valley State University. The preserve will include plants, signage, and walking trails. The project intends to encourage the use of native plantings in the general public and serve as a demonstration/research site at the university. Grant Opportunity: Alternative Energy from Agriculturally-Derived Pellet Fuel Description: This grant opportunity involves analyzing the technical and economic viability of manufacturing renewable pellet fuel derived from agricultural sources. The research includes studying the economic and environmental impact of using biomass combustion furnaces for heating residential and light industrial buildings. The project also includes developing a web-based interface for real-time telemetry information. Grant Opportunity: Conservation Tillage Risk Protection Program Description: This grant opportunity aims to demonstrate the use of conservation tillage in two subwatersheds of the Tittabawassee River. The

The Arc Fund, an initiative by CultureSource, is a $1.5 million grant program designed to support culture-workers of color in Southeast Michigan. Its core mission aligns with addressing historical disadvantages, underrepresentation, and oppression faced by these professionals due to their race. The fund aims to spur growth and provide opportunities for career advancement, contributing to a more equitable and vibrant arts and culture ecosystem in the region. The program specifically targets culture-workers of color living and working full-time in Livingston, Macomb, Monroe, Oakland, St. Clair, Washtenaw, and Wayne counties in Southeast Michigan. Eligible beneficiaries include arts administrators, artists, arts organizers, curators, and arts programmers whose primary professional focus is advancing arts and culture in the region. The impact goal is to empower these individuals to make significant career leaps, fostering professional development and reducing financial or other obligations that limit their flexibility and growth. The Arc Fund prioritizes individuals prepared to invest in new skills, pursue novel artistic endeavors, or address financial burdens that hinder their career trajectory. It focuses on providing unrestricted awards, professional development experiences, and social networking opportunities. This comprehensive approach reflects a strategic priority to not only offer financial support but also to build capacity and community among culture-workers of color. The expected outcomes include the distribution of 74 unrestricted awards of $15,000 each, enabling recipients to fund various aspects of their professional growth. Measurable results will likely involve tracking the number of awards distributed, the engagement in professional development, and the overall career advancement reported by the awardees. While a formal theory of change is not explicitly detailed, the initiative implicitly operates on the theory that targeted financial support, skill-building, and networking will directly counter historical inequities, leading to significant career progression and a more inclusive cultural landscape.

This program provides financial support to small nonprofit organizations with annual budgets under $200,000 to enhance their operations and community programs.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to schools and organizations to promote safe walking, biking, and rolling to school, fostering healthier transportation habits and improving community infrastructure for students in grades K-12.

This grant provides financial support and recognition to innovative K-12 public school programs in Michigan that positively impact students and their communities.

The Public Welfare Foundation's Grant Program aims to support community-led, restorative, and racially just approaches to justice in the United States. The focus areas include innovative criminal justice reform in specific states and cities, dismantling structures that have harmed people of color, investing in community-based solutions to reduce mass incarceration, and reframing the narrative around the U.S. criminal justice system through storytelling and journalism.

This program provides financial assistance to homeowners in Dearborn for the rehabilitation, repair, or replacement of damaged porches and outdoor steps.

The Community Funds, managed by the Grand Traverse Regional Community Foundation (GTRCF), are designed to broadly support the region by funding a diverse array of organizations, including environmental nonprofits, arts and culture groups, Tribal organizations, and educational institutions. This program aligns with the GTRCF's mission to strengthen the community by providing financial resources to a wide range of initiatives that address various needs and opportunities within its service area. The foundation aims to foster a vibrant and thriving community by empowering organizations that contribute to the region's overall well-being. The target beneficiaries for these grants include nonprofit, educational, governmental, and Tribal entities operating across Antrim, Benzie, Grand Traverse, Kalkaska, and Leelanau Counties in Michigan. The impact goals are to support projects that have a significant community benefit, can leverage other funding sources, and ultimately contribute to the region's development. The program encourages organizations to apply for amounts ranging from $1,000 to $30,000, with a total of $300,000 available for Community Funds grants in 2024, indicating a commitment to flexible and accessible funding. A key priority for the GTRCF in this grant program is to provide unrestricted general operating support, allowing recipient organizations the flexibility to allocate funds where they are most needed. Furthermore, consideration is given to grant awards that can demonstrate a larger impact for the grant partner and the community. Grant requests that are informed by data on the Community Development Regional Scorecard or address community issues highlighted on this scorecard are prioritized in the review process. This strategic focus ensures that funding is directed towards evidence-based needs and initiatives that are aligned with documented regional challenges and opportunities. The expected outcomes include strengthened community organizations, significant community benefits, and the ability of grant partners to leverage additional funding. By prioritizing data-informed requests and those addressing issues on the Community Development Regional Scorecard, the GTRCF aims for measurable results that contribute to tangible improvements in the region. This approach reflects the foundation's strategic priorities, which likely involve a theory of change centered on empowering local organizations to drive positive change and address critical community issues through targeted and impactful investments.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to nonprofit organizations, government units, and educational institutions in Charlevoix County, Michigan, to improve youth mental health and foster a positive school atmosphere.

Grant Opportunity: Mason County Teacher Grants Funding Organization: Mason County Foundation for Education Contact Information: Please visit the following link to apply: [https://www.grantinterface.com/Home/Logon?urlkey=cffmc] Award Details: Grants of up to $500 are available for specific projects or programs that enhance the curriculum, expand existing units, provide student awards, support special events, facilitate professional development, bring artists in residence, or promote parent involvement. However, grants are not awarded for basic supplies. Each classroom and teacher are eligible for one grant per school year. Eligibility: This grant opportunity is open to public and private school teachers and counselors in Mason County. Only one application per individual is allowed. Application Availability: Applications will be available starting from August 4th.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to government entities, non-profit organizations, and universities in Michigan for projects aimed at preventing, detecting, managing, and eradicating invasive species in both terrestrial and aquatic environments.

The Skillman Foundation President's Youth Council is offering a grant opportunity designed and implemented by youth, from concept development to funding decisions. This initiative aligns with the foundation's mission by fostering youth leadership and voice, empowering young people to shape their communities. The program aims to support Detroit-based and/or Detroit-serving organizations that are youth-led or actively increase youth leadership within their structures. The target beneficiaries of this grant are Detroit youth, with a particular interest in supporting grassroots organizations. The program's impact goals are centered on developing youth leadership and providing opportunities for young people to express their voice. While all eligible applications will be considered, the youth council members specifically prioritize identifying and supporting these grassroots efforts, recognizing their potential for deep community impact and authentic youth engagement. To be eligible, organizations must be a 501(c)(3) publicly supported charity (or apply through a fiscal sponsor), be based in Detroit or serve Detroit youth, and offer opportunity and service inclusively, regardless of age, race, creed, gender, religion, disability, sexual orientation, and ethnicity. These requirements ensure that the grants support legitimate organizations committed to equitable service delivery within the Detroit community. The expected outcomes of this grant program include strengthening youth-led initiatives, enhancing the leadership capacity of Detroit youth, and empowering young people to drive positive change in their city. While specific measurable results are not detailed in the provided information, the youth council's direct involvement in designing the decision-making process suggests an emphasis on effective program delivery and meaningful impact for Detroit's youth. This initiative reflects the Skillman Foundation's strategic priority of investing in the potential of young people and their capacity for leadership and community transformation.

This program provides funding for innovative projects that address substance abuse, mental wellness, and violence among teens aged 12-18 in Michigan's tri-county capital region.

The EmpowerMENt Fund grant program, supported by the Ann Arbor Area Community Foundation, aims to uplift young Black males in Washtenaw County, Michigan, by promoting their educational success. This initiative aligns with the foundation's mission to foster community well-being and addresses critical needs identified through extensive community input. The fund's holistic approach demonstrates a commitment to supporting individuals and networks that share common goals, reflecting a strategic priority to invest in community-led solutions. The primary beneficiaries of this grant are young Black males in Washtenaw County, specifically high school students and those beyond. The program's impact goals center on enhancing educational success through various support mechanisms. By focusing on this specific demographic and geographic area, the grant seeks to create targeted and meaningful change within the community, addressing systemic barriers to educational attainment and personal development. The EmpowerMENt Fund prioritizes a 1-year collaborative effort that includes programs offering mentorship, vocational and skills trade training, and college readiness initiatives. This multi-faceted approach reflects a strategic theory of change that believes in equipping young individuals with a diverse set of tools and guidance necessary for both academic achievement and future career pathways. The emphasis on collaboration indicates a strategic priority for collective impact and leveraging diverse expertise to achieve common goals. Expected outcomes include improved educational attainment, enhanced skill development, and increased preparedness for higher education or vocational careers among young Black males in Washtenaw County. While specific measurable results are not explicitly detailed in terms of quantifiable targets (e.g., percentage increase in graduation rates), the focus on mentorship, skills training, and college readiness provides clear indicators of the desired positive changes. The available grant dollars of $120,000, with requests up to $20,000, indicate the scale of investment in these crucial programs.