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Mini-Grants Program is sponsored by Capital Region Community Foundation. Offers grants to nonprofit organizations with annual operating budgets under $200,000, focusing on various community needs.
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Capital Region Community Foundation | Mini-Grants Grants at the Community Foundation The next Mini-Grant application period will open December 1, 2026 and the deadline is February 1, 2027. Mini-Grants help smaller organizations make a big impact in our community.
If you're a 501(c)3 nonprofit or other eligible entity with an annual budget below $200,000, and your program primarily serves residents of Clinton, Eaton, and Ingham Counties, Michigan, we encourage you to apply. Your grant request will be included in a catalog presented to Community Foundation fundholders and donors throughout the year. Fundholders may choose to support requests that align with their giving interests at any time.
All requests close on December 31, whether or not they've been funded. Eligibility is verified using the Federal Tax ID number you provide Requests may be up to $5,000 for programming, operations, or project support Event or festival sponsorships and other time-sensitive programs are not eligible Tips for a Successful Application Our donors review 35-40 Mini-Grant requests. To stand out, be clear and compelling in your application.
Be specific about impact. Tell us exactly what the money will do for your organization or the people you serve. Skip vague phrases like "helping those in need," "empowering youth," or "feeding the hungry."
Use numbers. How many people will you help? How often?
For how long? Example: "This grant will provide 10 meals per month to 100 low-income Lansing residents for one year." The more specific you are, the easier it is for donors to understand and support your work.
2027 MINI-GRANT TIMELINE: The 2027 Mini-Grant application period is December 1, 2026 through February 1, 2027. Grant applicants will be notified right away if their project is selected for partial or full funding. All current Mini-Grant requests will close out on December 31, whether they have received funding or not.
SAMPLE Mini-Grant Application (for review only, do not submit) Vice President of Community Investment Director of Community Engagement Community Investment Administrator Share Email Facebook Twitter LinkedIn
According to the current listing, eligibility includes: 501(c)(3) or eligible entity with budget under $200,000 serving Clinton, Eaton, Ingham counties, MI. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows up to $5,000. Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
Applications for Mini-Grants Program are due February 1, 2027. Build your timeline backwards from this date to cover registrations, approvals, and final submission checks.
Mini-Grants Program is funded by Capital Region Community Foundation. Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
This opportunity targets applicants in Michigan. If your organization operates elsewhere, check the official notice for location requirements.
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