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Michigan Community Development Grants

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Food Rescue Grant
$250,000
Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE)
State

Application Deadline

Aug 14, 2026

Date Added

Jun 30, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support to Michigan-based organizations and businesses focused on rescuing surplus food for human consumption, helping to reduce food waste and improve food donation systems across the state.

Environment
Nonprofits
Boating Infrastructure Grants
Contact for amount
Michigan Department of Natural Resources
State

Application Deadline

Apr 1, 2027

Date Added

Jun 12, 2025

This program provides funding to local governments and private harbors in Michigan for infrastructure improvements that enhance access and services for transient recreational boaters using vessels 26 feet or longer.

Recreation
City or township governments
CMSA Foundation Mini-Grant
$3,000
Kent County Medical Society Alliance (KCMSA) Foundation
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Nov 27, 2023

This funding opportunity provides financial support to nonprofit organizations in the greater Grand Rapids area for projects that enhance health and well-being, particularly addressing critical health issues like mental health, substance abuse, obesity, and poor nutrition.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Outdoor Recreation Legacy Partnership Program
$15,000,000
Michigan Department of Natural Resources (DNR)
State

Application Deadline

Sep 1, 2026

Date Added

Feb 5, 2025

This program provides funding to local governments and Native American tribes in Michigan to improve access to public outdoor recreation spaces in underserved urban communities.

Recreation
City or township governments
Community Impact Grant
$5,000
Community Foundation for Northeast Michigan
Private

Application Deadline

Jul 15, 2026

Date Added

Jun 18, 2024

This funding opportunity supports nonprofit organizations, public schools, and government agencies in Alcona, Alpena, Montmorency, and Presque Isle counties, providing seed money for innovative projects that benefit local communities.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Source Water Protection Grants
Contact for amount
Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 17, 2024

This program provides financial assistance to local public water supplies in Michigan for activities that protect and enhance the quality of drinking water sources.

Environment
City or township governments
Small Business Advertising Grant Program
$10,000
Beasley Media Group
Private

Application Deadline

Aug 31, 2026

Date Added

Jul 7, 2026

This program provides advertising resources to small, for-profit businesses in the Detroit Metro Area that demonstrate community impact, helping them enhance visibility and growth opportunities.

Business and Commerce
Small businesses
Building Investment Grant Program
$20,000
City of Monroe
Local
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 25, 2026

This program provides financial assistance to property owners in Downtown Monroe for improving the facades and certain interior elements of existing commercial buildings, promoting economic vitality and historic preservation.

Community Development
For profit organizations other than small businesses
Safety First Grant Program
Contact for amount
Norfolk Southern
Private

Application Deadline

Aug 3, 2026

Date Added

May 4, 2026

This program provides funding to nonprofit organizations and government entities within 30 miles of Norfolk Southern's rail lines to improve community safety through targeted projects and initiatives.

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

Application Deadline

Jul 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
Learning Fund
$2,000
Rotary Charities
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Oct 10, 2024

This funding initiative provides financial support for professional development opportunities to individuals and teams working in organizations that serve five counties in Northern Michigan.

Capacity Building
Individuals
Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Foundation Grant Program
Contact for amount
Ralph C. Wilson Jr. Foundation
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Dec 6, 2023

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations in Southeast Michigan and Western New York that focus on community health, youth development, caregiver support, entrepreneurship, and nonprofit capacity building.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Tuscola County Community Foundation Grant Program
Contact for amount
Tuscola County Community Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Oct 1, 2026

Date Added

Sep 13, 2024

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations in Tuscola County for innovative projects that enhance community quality of life and demonstrate potential for sustainability and collaboration.

Community Development
Nonprofits
City of Warren Lead Hazard Control and Healthy Homes Program
Contact for amount
City of Warren
Local
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 26, 2026

This program provides funding to homeowners and landlords in Warren to identify and eliminate lead hazards in older homes, ensuring safer living environments for families, especially those with young children.

Housing
Individuals
ACC Foundation Granum Grant
$5,000
ACC Foundation
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 3, 2024

This grant provides financial support to local school districts, churches, and non-profit organizations for educational and cultural events held at the Granum Theatre in Alpena, Michigan.

Education
Nonprofits
Freight Economic Development Program (FEDP)
$2,000,000
Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT)
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 1, 2024

This program provides financial assistance to businesses, municipalities, and railroads in Michigan for upgrading rail infrastructure to boost economic growth and increase rail freight usage.

Transportation
For profit organizations other than small businesses
Emergency Project Grant
Contact for amount
Berrien Community Foundation
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 29, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to nonprofit organizations, religious groups, and schools in Berrien, Cass, or Van Buren counties, enabling them to quickly address urgent community needs related to the COVID-19 pandemic, such as food assistance and shelter support.

Disaster Prevention and Relief
Nonprofits
Community Investment Program
$25,000
TC Energy Corporation
Private

Application Deadline

Nov 16, 2026

Date Added

May 5, 2025

This program provides funding to community organizations near TC Energy's operations in North America to support projects that promote equity, sustainable development, and community engagement.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Facade Grant Program
Contact for amount
City of Newaygo
Local
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Dec 11, 2023

This program provides matching funds to commercial and mixed-use property owners or lessees in designated economic development zones of Newaygo for permanent improvements to building facades.

Community Development
For profit organizations other than small businesses
Public Spaces Community Places (PSCP)
$50,000
Michigan Economic Development Corporation (MEDC)
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 17, 2024

This program provides matching funds to Michigan municipalities and nonprofits for community-driven projects that enhance public spaces, promoting local engagement and inclusivity.

Community Development
City or township governments