FIRST in Michigan Sponsorship

FIRST in Michigan Sponsorship is sponsored by Consumers Energy. Consumers Energy invests in STEM programs, such as robotics, to expose students to future career opportunities. They support FIRST in Michigan programs for high school students, which involve designing, building, programming, and marketing a commercial product.

Foundation | Consumers Energy Please update your browser You are using an outdated browser. Please upgrade your browser to improve your experience. Payment Plans & Assistance Start, Stop or Transfer Service We’re building sustainable communities by investing in what’s most important to Michigan – its people, our planet and Michigan’s prosperity.

Count on Us to Make Michigan Communities Stronger As Michigan’s largest energy provider, it's important for us to build a better future for our state by giving back. That’s why we established the Consumers Energy Foundation in 1990. Its mission is to grow and strengthen Michigan by investing in what matters most: our people, our planet, and the prosperity of our state.

With a Consumers Energy Foundation Grant, we can work together to have a positive impact on Michigan communities. Learn More About Grants & How to Apply Choose a Tab for More Information People: Working to End Poverty in Michigan The Consumers Energy Foundation partners with nonprofits that help individuals and families who are in crisis and help pave the way to long-term self-sufficiency.

These organizations serve Michigan’s most vulnerable populations by providing vital resources such as a safe place to stay, food, clothes, and basic household items. They also help by teaching job skills to support future stability. Our investments in education focus on helping students build essential skills and thrive in school--from early learning to college and career training.

We fund programs that teach STEM, money management and reading, outdoor learning experiences, and mentoring relationships. The Consumers Energy Foundation invests in workforce readiness programs that prepare people of all ages for high-demand careers in STEM and skilled trades, especially in the energy field. These efforts support career exploration, robotics and technical training, and skill development.

Building these skillsets can lead to great jobs and long-term economic stability across Michigan. Improving Lives Statewide The Consumers Energy Foundation supports FIRST Robotics to spark STEM interest and prepare Michigan’s students for future jobs. We’re investing in the next generation of agriculture leaders and educators by supporting Michigan Future Farmers.

Foundation support strengthens food banks, community pantries, and mobile food programs that address food insecurity. Planet: Working to Improve the Environment The Consumers Energy Foundation supports nonprofits committed to reducing carbon emissions and improving air quality across Michigan.

Funded projects include large scale tree planting, urban forestry work, and other nature based solutions that help decrease air pollution and support a healthier atmosphere for future generations. The Consumers Energy Foundation supports nonprofits that aim to protect, preserve, and restore land in Michigan. This includes protecting and improving the natural beauty and wildlife habitats of the land as well.

Past grants have supported projects such as transforming former commercial properties into native habitats and restoring critical ecosystems for threatened species. Michigan’s freshwater systems require ongoing care to maintain their ecological health. The Consumers Energy Foundation supports nonprofits that are dedicated to preserving and enhancing water quality in the Great Lakes and the inland waterways that flow into them.

Recent grants have funded community-based stream monitoring efforts and programs that improve conservation practices and promote responsible water use. Improving the Environment of the State We Love Habitat restoration in the Great Lakes Bay Region supported by the Consumers Energy Foundation support. Foundation support helps improve public natural areas in West Michigan by restoring habitats and native plantings.

Consumers Energy Foundation support enables hands on environmental education and community learning about local ecosystems. Prosperity: Growing Our Local Economy and Resources Consumers Energy Foundation believes every Michigan community should be a great place to live, work, and play. Arts and culture play an important role in making that happen.

They create jobs, provide learning opportunities, and help build a strong sense of place for residents and visitors. The Foundation supports grants that strengthen these efforts and help communities feel more vibrant, welcoming and connected. Consumers Energy is committed to helping to grow Michigan’s economy.

The Consumers Energy Foundation supports nonprofits that create jobs, grow small businesses, and expand economic opportunities across the state. Investing in entrepreneurs and small business development contributes to community vitality by fostering job creation, supporting sustainable business models, and building long term economic resilience. All Michigan residents deserve a safe and affordable community in which to live and work.

The Consumers Energy Foundation supports nonprofits and local governments that champion programs aiming to transform communities into attractive neighborhoods, revitalize business districts, encourage downtown development, reduce blight, and create safe and affordable housing. Growing Michigan Communities Foundation support helps expand hands on STEM and energy learning through the MegaWatt exhibit at Impression 5 Science Center.

A celebration of a Consumers Energy Foundation Signature Grant investment supporting an accessible amphitheater. Foundation grants are hard at work helping to beautify and strengthen Michigan cities and towns. See How We're Making an Impact $7.

8 Million Grants Awarded in 2025 Our investment in people, the planet, and prosperity is a key part of our commitment to the diverse needs of Michigan communities. This commitment is reflected in all funding areas. We also back programs that promote and advance equitable access and opportunity.

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