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Kresge Innovative Projects: Detroit (KIP:D) is a grant initiative from The Kresge Foundation that supports resident-leaders, neighborhood organizations, and nonprofits in Detroit working to advance equitable community development. The program focuses on funding creative, community-engaged projects that contribute to long-term economic opportunity in Detroit neighborhoods.
Past rounds have averaged $50,000 to $150,000 per project, though specific eligibility requirements and funding amounts are issued with each round. KIP:D reflects Kresge's long-term commitment to Detroit as its hometown and its broader work in community development, arts and culture, education, health, and environment. Applicants should consult the foundation's current guidelines for round-specific eligibility details.
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Kresge Innovative Projects: Detroit Plus (KIP:D+) - Kresge Foundation Our Story at 100 Promoting human progress since 1924, expanding equity and opportunity today Our Staff Our work is made possible by a staff of mission-driven professionals Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Central to how we operate and fund, we center DEI in all we do Careers Check for new openings and learn about working at The Kresge Foundation Board of Trustees Leaders who provide governance, expertise and support to our work Press Room Resources and information for commnunications professional American Cities Effective, inclusive community development in U.S. cities Arts & Culture Positioning culture and creativity as drivers of more just communities Detroit Expanding long-term, equitable opportunity in our hometown Education Addressing postsecondary attainment and closing equity gaps Environment Helping cities with equitable climate resilience strategies Health Building equity-focused systems of health to achieve well-being Human Services Increasing social-economic mobility for people with low incomes Social Investment Practice Unlocking capital for community development Strategic Learning, Research & Evaluation Building a culture of learning across the organization and support community learning priorities Initiatives Our time-bound funding programs can bring multiple Kresge teams together to co-create strategies Grants & Social Investments Grants Awarded A database of grants dating back to 2009 Social Investments Made A database of PRIs, guarantees and other investments How to Apply Details on eligibility, FAQs, Fluxx guidance and more For Current Grantees FAQs for partners, communicating about your work and more Kresge Innovative Projects: Detroit Plus (KIP:D+) An evolving initiative to support transformative projects to tap the vision and creativity of residents to improve quality of life in their neighborhoods in Detroit — and now — Highland Park and Hamtramck.
WHAT WE SUPPORT / KEY STRATEGIES Detroit-, Highland Park- and Hamtramck-based nonprofits serving residents & neighborhoods Projects to improve quality of life for residents Projects reflecting neighborhood priorities & culture Visions shaped by community members In 2014, Kresge’s Detroit Program launched Kresge Innovative Projects: Detroit to support nonprofits in their work to improve the quality of life and strengthen the fabric of community.
In 2021, the initiative (by then a collaboration of Co. act Detroit, Michigan Community Resources and Kresge) became Kresge Innovative Projects: Detroit Plus (KIP:D+), expanding its grantmaking footprint to Highland Park and Hamtramck. The 2023 round of KIP:D+ brings the total of granted projects and planning efforts to 184 – along with $13.
7 million in total grant support dollars – since the effort launched in 2014. In 2019, Kresge’s American Cities Program adapted the initiative’s principles to create Kresge Innovative Projects: Memphis (KIP: M) in that city. Grantee by Year: All Years 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2022 2023 All Kresge Innovative Projects: Detroit Plus (KIP:D+) Grantees 9 nonprofits to share $1.
3M for neighborhood projects in Detroit, Hamtramck and Highland Park Excerpt: Focusing on neighborhoods beyond the city’s core became an imperative $1. 3M in grants available for community organizations through Kresge Innovative Projects: Detroit Plus 2023 KIP:D+ grantees awarded $1. 5M for Detroit-area place-based community projects $1.
3 million in grants fund 28 community-based projects in Detroit, Highland Park and Hamtramck through KIP:D+ All KIP:D Plus News & Views An Evaluation of Kresge Innovative Projects: Detroit, Brief for the Community Development Sector Launched in 2014, Kresge Innovative Projects: Detroit (KIP:D) has made six rounds of grants to date, 127 grants in all, across the city to plan and implement transformative neighborhood projects… An Evaluation of Kresge Innovative Projects: Detroit, Brief for the Philanthropic Sector Launched in 2014, Kresge Innovative Projects: Detroit (KIP:D) has made six rounds of grants to date, 127 grants in all, across the city to plan and implement transformative neighborhood projects… An Evaluation of Kresge Innovative Projects: Detroit, Brief for Organizational Partners Launched in 2014, Kresge Innovative Projects: Detroit (KIP:D) has made six rounds of grants to date, 127 grants in all, across the city to plan and implement transformative neighborhood projects… Michigan Community Resources MCR advances nonprofits that serve low-income individuals and communities through pro bono and low-cost professional services, organizational development and trusted guidance.
Co. act Detroit is hub to accelerate transformative impact with nonprofits and community organizations through collaborative idea generation, cross-sector resources, programming and learning opportunities. Grants Manager, Co.
act Detroit Co-Chief Executive Officer, Michigan Community Resources Director of Organization Impact & Analysis, Michigan Community Resources General Counsel and Director of Legal Programs, Michigan Community Resources Director of Resource Navigation, Michigan Community Resources Senior Program Manager, Resource Navigation, Michigan Community Resources Intake Coordinator, Michigan Community Resources
Based on current listing details, eligibility includes: Resident-leaders, neighborhood organizations, and nonprofit organizations in Detroit with community engagement focus. Specific eligibility guidelines issued with each round. Applicants should confirm final requirements in the official notice before submission.
Current published award information indicates Varies; past rounds averaged $50,000 - $150,000 per project Always verify allowable costs, matching requirements, and funding caps directly in the sponsor documentation.
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Grants for Arts and Culture (Kresge Foundation) is sponsored by The Kresge Foundation. The Kresge Foundation's Arts & Culture Program supports place-based activities where creativity is valued as an integral resource for healthy and sustainable places. While many grants are by invitation, they occasionally issue open calls for letters of inquiry.
Equitable Community Development is a grant program from The Kresge Foundation's Detroit Program that funds long-term, equitable opportunity and neighborhood-level change across Detroit. The foundation supports project grants, planning grants, operating support, and program-related investments for organizations working on inclusive community development. Priorities include resident engagement, racial equity, and initiatives that create lasting economic and social opportunity for Detroit residents. Eligible applicants are nonprofit organizations in Detroit focused on community development with a demonstrated commitment to centering diversity, equity, and inclusion in their work. The Kresge Foundation does not accept unsolicited proposals and engages organizations through its own strategic process.
VGF grants will be used to develop and/or support community-based entities to recruit, manage, and support volunteers. CNCS seeks to fund effective approaches that expand volunteering, strengthen the capacity of volunteer connector organizations to recruit and retain skill-based volunteers, and develop strategies to use volunteers effectively to solve problems. Specifically, the VGF grants will support efforts that expand the capacity of volunteer connector organizations to recruit, manage, support and retain individuals to serve in high quality volunteer assignments.Applicants that receive funding under this Notice may directly carry out the activities supported under the award, or may carry out the activities by making sub-grants to community-based entities, supporting volunteer generation at these entities.). Funding Opportunity Number: AC-05-25-21. Assistance Listing: 94.021. Funding Instrument: G. Category: O. Award Amount: $6.1M total program funding.
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.