Michigan Private Grants

This grant provides funding for future projects that benefit organizations serving Lapeer County, Michigan, including non-profits, educational institutions, and government entities.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to individual artists facing unexpected costs or last-minute chances to showcase their work to the public.

This grant provides funding to eligible organizations focused on improving environmental health and justice in the Great Lakes region, particularly addressing water quality, lead hazards, and air quality in Wayne, Oakland, and Macomb counties in Michigan.

The Historical Society of Michigan's U.P. Centennial Farms grant opportunity is available for Upper Peninsula farming families who have owned and operated a working farm of 10 or more acres continuously for at least 100 years. This program aims to recognize the historical significance of these farms and their contribution to the culture and development of Michigan. Once certified through the Michigan Centennial Farm Program, owners will receive a certificate and a display marker for their farm. The green-and-yellow markers are sponsored by UPPCO in their Upper Peninsula service area. The following Centennial Farms have been recognized by UPPCO: - Augustus Schaffer Farm (1857) in Ontonagon, certified on 02/01/1962 - James Daniels Farm (1865) in Ontonagon, certified on 01/18/1966 - Jermiah Penegor Farm (1850) in Ontonagon, certified on 06/16/1966 - Alex Rheault Farm (1866) in Houghton, certified on 9/22/1969 - Patrick DeLoughary Farm (1882) in Menominee, certified on 04/15/1982 - August and Sophia Krans Farm (1882) in Iron, certified on 03/08/1985 - Joel David and Anna Millard Farm (1857) in Ontonagon, certified on 05/10/1985 - Peder Olaus Olsen Farm (1884) in Iron, certified on 09/23/1985 - Fred A. and Regina Hall Farm (1889) in Iron, certified on 05/20/1986 - Carl Kunde Farm (1881) in Marquette, certified on 11/24/1986 And many more farms have been recognized.

A pioneer for women in business, Olga Loizon persevered through every obstacle to create one of metro Detroit’s most iconic restaurant concepts, Olga’s Kitchen. In honor of Olga Loizon and her legacy, TEAM Schostak Family Restaurants and Olga’s Kitchen have founded the Olga Loizon Memorial Foundation. The foundation focuses on entrepreneurial women who would be unable to attain the resources necessary to start a business or otherwise continue with their business development.

The Catholic Community Foundation of Mid-Michigan (the “Foundation”) was incorporated in 2006 for the purpose of advancing the outreach of the Church in central Michigan. By supporting individual parishes, Catholic institutions and Diocesan ministries, the Foundation is able to help the Church better serve the needs of its parishioners. The Foundation is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that is governed by an independent board of trustees. Most of the funds of the Foundation are “restricted” endowments, with distributions designated by donors to specific ministries or organizations. The Foundation’s endowments support parishes and individuals across the Saginaw Diocese by providing ongoing funding for religious education, priest retirement, seminarian education, cemeteries, faith formation, and other ministries. The Foundation has a modest amount of grant money available for distribution. The following policies and procedures have been adopted in managing grant distributions.

HCCF Launches Emergency Grant Round to Support Community Organizations In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Huron County Community Foundation (HCCF), in partnership with the Greater Huron County United Way, is providing emergency assistance funding to local organizations that are going above and beyond their typical operations to assist the community during this time. These grants can be used for operations costs, which is typically not a qualified grant per HCCF policies. We know that many food pantries/food banks are feeding more people, food delivery services have been enacted to feed school children who are at home, and numerous other groups have stepped up to fill gaps and support our citizens. Our goal is to “help the helpers”. The funding for these grants is made possible by a generous contribution from Meijer to the United Way and the Health and Medical endowment funds at HCCF.

The EmpowerMENT fund grant program supports efforts that uplift young Black males in Washtenaw County while promoting their educational success. Donor Name: Ann Arbor Area Community Foundation State: Michigan County: Washtenaw County (MI) Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 05/17/2024 Size of the Grant: $10,000 to $100,000 Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: The EmpowerMENt Fund was established based on extensive community input and advice. The fund’s initiative is taking a holistic approach to support people, groups, and networks that share goals. The EmpowerMENt Fund is seeking to invest in a 1-year collaborative effort for programs that support students in high school and beyond through mentorship, vocational and skills trade training, and college readiness. Funding Information Available Grant Dollars:$120,000 Grant Request: up to $20,000 Geographic Reach  Washtenaw County For more information, visit AAACF.

Applications are now being accepted for the Worthington Family Foundation Grant. Donor Name: Worthington Family Foundation State: Michigan Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 05/17/2024 Size of the Grant: Not Available Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: Eligible Requests The grants support: Programs supporting children through young adults. Performing and Visual Arts endeavors or organizations and/or Programs that demonstrate environmental stewardship. Programs which are based in the United States (mandatory). Funds must be spent in the United States. Michigan-based non-profit organizations will be given preferred but not exclusive consideration. The grants support projects specified in the request only. Foundation does NOT contribute to General Funds. Eligibility Criteria  Applicant’s organizations must meet the following criteria: Non-profit organizations with proof of 501(c)(3) tax-exempt status. Strong board involvement and competent leadership. A proven track record of relationships fostered with other organizations, the community, etc. For more information, visit Worthington Family Foundation.