Our Menu of Grants
Organizational
Organizational grants are for nonprofit programs, organizations and community groups either located in the greater Battle Creek area or implementing projects/programs directly affecting the citizens of the greater Battle Creek area.
Neighborhood
Small Things Matter
Engage in Change
Community Connections
The goal of a neighborhood grant is to get local residents involved in building a healthy and vibrant community. These grants are neighborhood-based and driven by residents.
Special Opportunities
- Arts & Culture Operating
- Livable Community Innovation
- Doty Native Flower Garden Association
- Youth-Led Service Project Mini Grants
- Innovation in Education
- Other Opportunities
Special funding opportunities have a specific purpose, separate guidelines and applications.
Donor Advised
Nonprofit organizations that have an organizational endowment fund held at the Community Foundation are eligible to apply for a donor advised grant. The choice to recommend a grant is up to the donor advisor of the fund. There are no guarantees that an organization will receive a grant but it is a great opportunity!
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