Michigan Recreation Grants

This grant provides financial assistance to state and local governments, regional recreation authorities, and federally recognized Native American tribes for acquiring land to enhance public outdoor recreational opportunities in Michigan.

This grant provides financial support to nonprofit organizations hosting livestock and commodity events in Michigan, helping to enhance educational and competitive experiences for the public.

This grant provides financial support to exceptional artists in the metro Detroit area, enabling them to further their creative practice and community impact.

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.

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

This funding opportunity is designed to help Michigan communities develop resilience against coastal hazards, improve public access to coastal areas, and restore natural resources through projects that prioritize environmental justice and nature-based solutions.

This grant provides funding for research and training projects that help protect Michigan's horticulture industry from pests and safeguard plant products.

This funding opportunity provides up to $25,000 for projects that improve recreational access and enhance habitats in the Groveland Mine Pond or Pine Creek Basin area, targeting nonprofits and organizations focused on community development and environmental stewardship.

This grant provides financial support to non-profit organizations, educational institutions, governmental entities, and religious organizations for community-focused initiatives in Baraga, Houghton, Keweenaw, and Ontonagon Counties, Michigan.

This grant provides funding for community programs held at specific Howard-named facilities in Berrien County, Michigan, benefiting local residents through educational, recreational, and cultural activities.

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.

The Huron County Community Foundation is seeking applications for its fall grant cycle. Donor Name: Huron County Community Foundation State: Michigan County: Huron County (MI) Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 08/23/2024 Size of the Grant: Not Available Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: The Huron County Community Foundation is a nonprofit, community corporation created by and for the people of Huron County to make a positive impact on the community. Huron County Community Foundation will focus on Prosperity by supporting Community & Economic Growth with a focus in the following Strategic Priority areas: Retaining and attracting a talented, trained workforce Creating vibrant and dynamic communities Cultivating an environment for business development. Focus Areas  Projects addressing one or more of the Strategic Priority areas will be given preference for unrestricted grantmaking dollars, however, HCCF also holds funds to benefit numerous interest areas. Projects addressing these areas are encouraged to apply:  Arts and Culture Education Health & Medicine Basic Needs Services Beautification of Huron County Natural Areas Preservation Disadvantaged Youth Recreation Women in STEM  Application Guidelines  To apply for a grant, please complete and return the attached application form along with a less than two page project narrative outlining the following topic areas as they relate to the project: Project Description  A description and purpose of the project, including location How many people will be served? What is the project’s long-term impact? Are there measurable results? How would a grant from HCCF be recognized before/during/after the project? Applicant Organization  A brief description of the history of the applicant organization, including when it was founded and who it serves. Only one application per application organization will be considered per grant cycle Project Team  List the names and responsibilities of persons and organizations involved Evaluation Describe how you will determine if you accomplished your purpose. Budget  Provide estimated project income and expenses, include other income sources and their approval status, as well as any fundraising. If partial funding from HCCF was awarded, would the project continue as presented? For more information, visit HCCF.

The Skillman Foundation President’s Youth Council is accepting grant applications from Detroit-based and/or Detroit-serving organizations that are youth-led or that increase youth leadership and voice. Donor Name: The Skillman Foundation State: County: All Counties Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 08/15/2024 Size of the Grant: Not Available Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: The youth council is designing this grant opportunity from concept to completion, from determining what programs they wish to fund to designing their decision-making process.  While all applications from organizations that are youth-led and support Detroit youth to develop their leadership and voice will be considered, youth council members are particularly interested in helping to identify and support grassroots organizations. Eligibility Requirements There are some eligibility requirements to keep in mind before you consider applying for a President’s Youth Council grant. Your organization must: Be a 501(c)(3) publicly supported charity with a designation of 509(a)(1) or (2); or, you may apply through a 501c3 charity serving as fiscal sponsor or fiduciary. Be based in Detroit or serve Detroit youth. In policy and practice, offer opportunity and service to all, regardless of age, race, creed, gender, religion, disability, sexual orientation, and ethnicity.  For more information, visit The Skillman Foundation.

The Michigan Department of Lifelong Education, Advancement, and Potential (MiLEAP) is pleased to announce the availability of $57 million in grant funds to provide inperson before-school, after-school, before-and-after-school, and/or summer programming to children in any of grades K to 12. Donor Name: Michigan Department of Lifelong Education, Advancement, and Potential State: Michigan County: All Counties Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 08/25/2024 Size of the Grant: Not Available Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: MiLEAP prioritizes education from preschool through postsecondary with a focus on preparing children for kindergarten and helping more people earn a skill certificate or degree to help them get a good-paying job.  Out-of-School Time (OST) Programs must provide educational programming in core subject areas, including, but not limited to, mathematics, reading, and science. Allowable Activities Allowable activities may include:  Expansion of existing program: number of weeks and hours, number of children served, summer programming, new site(s). Establishment of a new program  Hands-on academic enrichment in core subject areas  Field trips related to the academic and enrichment activities.  Professional learning and training related to the improvement of the program(s)  Development of school-community partnerships  Support expanded learning opportunities such as:  mentoring  leadership  community engagement  agriculture  visual and performing arts  financial literacy  science, technology, engineering, mathematics (STEM)  health and wellness  recreation  career and college exploration  youth voice  21st century skills  Social-emotional learning Cultural engagement programming  other innovative programming Eligibility Criteria To be eligible for a grant under this legislation, the applicant must meet, at a minimum, all of the following criteria: Be a community-based organization that is exempt from federal income tax under section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code, 26 USC 501, including but not limited to, faith-based organizations and indigenous/tribal organizations, an institution of higher education, a public library, a local government, or an intermediate district. Must be a licensed child care organization (for before/after school, school-age program, or camp license), an entity that has an active application in process to be a licensed child care organization, or an exempt entity from child care licensing by the State of Michigan Licensing Bureau 1973 PA 116, MCL 722.111 to 722.128. Upon award, programs with an active child care or camp licensing application must complete the process before the entity starts service and funds will be released. Upon completion, the entity must submit a copy of the approved license to the MiLEAP-OST Team. At least 80 days of program services during the school year for at least 15 students 1 hour before school, or 2 hours after-school, or 3.5 hours for both (before-and after-school), and/or at least 4 hours per day for a minimum of 24 days during the summer for at least 15 students.  Must be used to support expanded learning opportunities, including, but not limited to, mentoring, leadership, community engagement, agriculture, visual and performing arts, literacy, science, technology, engineering, mathematics, financial literacy, health and wellness, physical fitness, recreation, career and college exploration, youth voice, 21st-century skills, conflict resolution, and social engagement programming. Provide educational programming in core subject areas, including, but not limited to, mathematics, reading, and science. Must address measurable goals, including, but not limited to, improved school attendance, academic outcomes, improved attitudes toward the school, improved positive behaviors, skill development and retention, higher education aspirations, improved family engagement, and include activities linked to research or quality practices. For more information, visit MiLEAP.

The Ingham County is excited to announce the 2025 Juvenile Justice Community Agency Grants. Donor Name: Ingham County State: Michigan County: Ingham County (MI) Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 08/16/2024 Size of the Grant: Not Available Grant Duration: 1 Year Details: The Ingham County will provide financial support to community agencies that are primarily non-profit organizations. The Board of Commissioners reserves a small portion of the Juvenile Justice Millage proceeds ($240,000 in 2025) to further the goals and objectives of the County’s Juvenile Justice Millage. This grant process supports the Board of Commissioners’ intent of seeking proposals from qualified vendors to increase the capacity of the county juvenile justice system for the treatment of delinquent and disturbed youth, with the intent to reduce the involvement of youth in the formal adjudication process. Funding Information This cycle, $240,000 will be available to local organizations and agencies to support this program. Grant Period The grant awards are from January 1, 2025 – December 31, 2025. For more information, visit Ingham County.

This grant provides funding for projects that enhance community and economic growth in Huron County by supporting workforce development, vibrant community initiatives, and business development, among other areas of interest.

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations, schools, and government entities in Bay County, Michigan, to support a variety of community-enhancing projects in areas such as arts, education, health, and recreation.

The Gratiot County Community Foundation in Michigan is accepting grant applications for projects that improve the quality of life in Gratiot County, focusing on areas such as community development, arts and culture, education, and health, with preference given to innovative, sustainable projects with wide-reaching benefits and strong local support.

This grant provides financial support to organizations within a designated service area in Michigan to address various community needs and initiatives.

This funding opportunity supports nonprofit organizations, schools, churches, and government entities that provide youth programs in Berrien County, particularly at designated Howard facilities in St. Joseph and the Maud Preston Palenske Memorial Library.