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Letter of Intent due June 1; selected applicants receive full application due August; winner announced in September at Annual Meeting.
The Stephen E. Upton Love Your Community Grant is a grant from the Berrien Community Foundation that funds nonprofit organizations serving Berrien County, Michigan. Established in 2016 through a generous donation from Steve Upton, the program awards a single annual grant of $50,000 to an organization that exemplifies community love and civic dedication.
Eligible applicants are nonprofit organizations operating within and directly serving Berrien County. The program honors organizations whose work strengthens local communities. Applications are accepted with a deadline of June 1, 2026 for the current funding cycle.
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Stephen E. Upton Love Your Community Grant | Berrien Community Foundation Stephen E. Upton Love Your Community Grant The Stephen E.
Upton Love Your Community Grant through the Berrien Community Foundation is available to nonprofit organizations serving Berrien County, Michigan. Each year, a grant of $50,000 will be awarded to a nonprofit organization that exemplifies the spirit of the Stephen E. Upton Love Your Community Grant.
This grant program began in 2016 with a generous donation from Steve and Elizabeth Upton. The winning organizations have served the community in so many ways but all have shown the kind of care and compassion that is synonymous with Steve and Elizabeth Upton.
The winning project will: Address a crucial community need Make a positive impact in the lives of Berrien County residents Demonstrate the ability to be sustainable when funding is concluded Demonstrate collaboration Award recipients to date include: 2024 - Emerge Innovation Hub 2020 - YMCA of Greater Michiana 2019 - Ferry Street Resource Center 2018 - Boys & Girls Club of Benton Harbor 2016 - Therapeutic Equestrian Center Submit a letter of intent by June 1 by clicking this button : This letter should be no more than two pages in length (double spaced) and contain the following: A brief overview of your agency The total amount requested An overview of the proposed project Why this project would have a positive impact on Berrien County residents How this project demonstrates love of community An estimate of the number of people who will be served A select number of applicants will be asked to submit full grant proposals.
Agencies selected will receive a standard grant application due in August. The winning project will be announced at the Berrien Community Foundation Annual Meeting in September. For further information, contact the Berrien Community Foundation by clicking here .
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Key questions and narrative sections extracted from the solicitation.
Brief overview of your agency
Total amount requested
Overview of the proposed project
Why this project would have a positive impact on Berrien County residents
How this project demonstrates love of community
Estimate of the number of people who will be served
Scoring criteria used to review proposals for this grant.
Based on current listing details, eligibility includes: Nonprofits serving Berrien County, MI Applicants should confirm final requirements in the official notice before submission.
Current published award information indicates $50,000 Always verify allowable costs, matching requirements, and funding caps directly in the sponsor documentation.
The current target date is June 1, 2026. Build your timeline backwards from this date to cover registrations, approvals, attachments, and final submission checks.
Federal grant success rates typically range from 10-30%, varying by agency and program. Build a strong proposal with clear objectives, measurable outcomes, and a well-justified budget to improve your chances.
Requirements vary by sponsor, but typically include a project narrative, budget justification, organizational capability statement, and key personnel CVs. Check the official notice for the complete list of required attachments.
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