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Applications due June 1 annually (per page). Reviewed once a year; board approval ~6 weeks after deadline.
Community Impact Grants is a grant from the Community Foundation for Northeast Michigan (CFNEM) that funds nonprofits, schools, and government agencies serving residents of Cheboygan County and Mackinaw City, Michigan.
Awards of up to $1,000 per cycle support new and dynamic projects in priority areas including substance abuse, mental health, early childhood development, workforce development, environmental stewardship, and arts programs. Religious organizations are eligible only if they serve the general public without sectarian overtones. Applications are due June 1 each year, with board approval typically within six weeks.
No funding is provided for routine operating needs, budget deficits, or projects already completed before approval.
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Community Impact Grants : Straits Area Community Foundation We have switched to a new online grant application system through Foundant Technologies. All of our deadlines and guidelines remain the same, but the application process has received a long-overdue boost. Applications are due June 1.
*Please note: Previous, older versions of grant applications will no longer be accepted. Your organization must provide benefits to those within the geographic area of Cheboygan County and Mackinaw City. Your organization must be recognized as a non-profit charitable organization under section 501 (c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Service code.
(Schools and government agencies are also eligible. Grants to religious organizations will be considered only if they serve the general public and do not have religious overtones of a sectarian nature.) No grants are made to individuals.
Grants are made for future projects only. No funding will be given for projects completed before final board approval. Board approval is usually within six (6) weeks of the grant deadline.
Grants are not made for routine operating needs or budget deficits. Proposals seeking "seed money" for projects that are new, dynamic, and that show funding support from additional organizations are given stronger consideration. The Community Foundation discourages repeated applications for sustained funding of programs.
Applicants may submit requests up to a maximum of $1,000 per application cycle unless otherwise indicated. For accounting purposes, all allocated funds are disbursed upon receipt of documentation of the expenditures. A portion of funds awarded during this grant cycle is set aside specifically for programs addressing health for youth under the age of 18 and senior citizens.
Community Impact Grant applications are reviewed once a year. Applications must be completed and submitted (or postmarked) by June 1. Grants are normally paid within one year of approval.
If necessary, a written request may be submitted for a six (6) month extension. The SACF Board has identified several grantmaking priority areas.
While applications for any type of program or project (not including religious programs) through an eligible nonprofit will be considered for funding, preference may be given to programs that fall within the following areas: Substance abuse (education and assistance) Mental health and counseling Health/wellness/access to healthcare Early childhood nurturing and development Post-secondary preparation (i.e. skilled trades programs, financial education, workforce development) Environmental stewardship Arts and music programs in community and schools *Your application will be considered for funding regardless of whether or not it fits into the above categories.
A Grant Screening Committee comprised of members from the SACF service area makes all allocation recommendations. No staff member votes on decisions regarding fund allocations. All recommendations for allocations must be approved by vote of the Board of Trustees at their quarterly meeting following the application deadline.
You may use our budget sample to assist you in completing the budget section of your application. ( Budget Sample PDF ) 59kb
According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Nonprofits serving Alcona, Alpena, Montmorency, and Presque Isle Counties. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
Applications for Community Impact Grants are due June 1, 2027. This is an annual program. Build your timeline backwards from this date to cover registrations, approvals, and final submission checks.
Community Impact Grants is funded by Community Foundation for Northeast Michigan (CFNEM). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
Applications go through the funder's official portal — the Apply Now link on this page goes there directly.
The solicitation lists 2 required documents: online application and expenditure documentation (for disbursement). Check the official notice for formatting and page-limit rules.
Northeast Michigan Youth Advisory Council Grant is a grant from the Community Foundation for Northeast Michigan (CFNEM) that funds youth-focused programs and projects in the counties of Alcona, Alpena, Montmorency, and Presque Isle in northeast Michigan. The grant program is administered by the Northeast Michigan Youth Advisory Council (NEMYAC), a group of approximately 50 students and seven advisors who learn philanthropy by making real grant decisions. Permanently endowed funds from the W.K. Kellogg Foundation allow NEMYAC to award approximately $50,000 annually. Grants of up to $2,500 are available, with a deadline of October 15, 2026. Eligible applicants are nonprofit organizations, schools, and government agencies serving youth in northeast Michigan.
Youth Advisory Council (YAC) Grants is a grant from the Community Foundation for Northeast Michigan (CFNEM) that funds nonprofit organizations supporting youth-related programs and projects in Alcona, Alpena, Montmorency, and Presque Isle counties. The Northeast Michigan Youth Advisory Council, made up of roughly 50 students, awards approximately $50,000 annually from a W.K. Kellogg Foundation endowment. Eligible applicants include 501(c)(3) nonprofits, schools, and government agencies serving youth in the four-county area. Grants to individuals are not allowed. Applicants may request up to $2,500 per cycle, with applications due January 15 or October 15 each year. Proposals for new, seed-funded projects with broad community support receive stronger consideration.
The Homeless Youth Program is a grant from the Illinois Department of Human Services that funds services for homeless and at-risk youth across Illinois. Administered through the Office of Community and Positive Youth Development, it supports nonprofit organizations delivering shelter, outreach, and support services to young people experiencing homelessness or housing instability. Eligible applicants are Illinois-based nonprofits with demonstrated capacity to serve youth. Awards range from $100,000 to $800,000 per year under CSFA number 444-80-0711. This is a FY 2026 funding opportunity with an application deadline of May 21, 2025.
Community Investment Tax Credit Program (CITC) is a grant from the Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development that provides state tax credit allocations to 501(c)(3) nonprofits, enabling them to attract private donations from individuals and businesses. Donors contributing $500 or more to approved projects receive tax credits equal to 50% of their contribution. The program has leveraged nearly $27 million in charitable contributions to approximately 700 projects statewide. Eligible project areas include education, housing, job training, arts and culture, economic development, and services for at-risk populations. Projects must be located in or serve residents of Maryland's Priority Funding Areas. The application period is typically held annually.
The Families First Community Grant Program is a competitive grant initiative from the Tennessee Department of Human Services (TDHS) offering approximately $27 million in funding to support nonprofit organizations serving low-income Tennessee families. Grants fund programs across four priority areas: education, health, economic stability, and family well-being, aligned with TANF goals of promoting self-sufficiency. Eligible applicants are 501(c)(3) nonprofits based in Tennessee that provide direct services to economically disadvantaged families. The 2025 application cycle closed July 10, 2025. This program reflects Tennessee's broader commitment to strengthening communities through strategic investment in local organizations that address the root causes of poverty.