1,000+ Opportunities
Find the right grant
Search federal, foundation, and corporate grants with AI — or browse by agency, topic, and state.
Urgent Needs Grants (Ice Storm Recovery) is sponsored by Community Foundation for Northeast Michigan. Provides emergency assistance via local nonprofit partners (including faith-based 501(c)(3)) offering support such as clothing, food, hotel stays, utility assistance etc. , to individuals and families impacted by the March/April 2025 ice storms in northeast Michigan.
Get alerted about grants like this
Save a search for “Community Foundation for Northeast Michigan” or related topics and get emailed when new opportunities appear.
Search similar grants →Extracted from the official opportunity page/RFP to help you evaluate fit faster.
Urgent Needs Grants : Community Foundation for Northeast Michigan When to Update Your Will or Trust Agency Funds for Nonprofits Community Impact Guidelines Agency Funds for Nonprofits History of Youth Advisory Councils Youth Advisory Council Grants North Central Michigan Community Foundation Straits Area Community Foundation Iosco County Community Foundation In response to the devastating ice storms that have affected much of northeast Michigan, the Community Foundation for Northeast Michigan (CFNEM) has reactivated its Urgent Needs Fund to support those most impacted across the region.
Grants from the Urgent Needs Fund will be directed to nonprofit organizations providing vital services such as access to food and basic hygiene, care for senior citizens, and assistance with other essential needs in response to the ice storm and its aftermath. While CFNEM cannot provide aid directly to individuals , it supports the work of local nonprofit partners who are on the front lines of crisis response.
VIEW ICE STORM URGENT NEEDS GRANTS Eligibility requirements: Your organization is playing an active role in helping individuals and families affected by the ice storm of March/April 2025 . Your organization must be a 501c3 nonprofit, government agency, church, or school in order to receive funding.
*Note: If applicant is a school, please include a letter of support from the superintendent that includes why funds are not included in the school budget/how this request fits into the overall school district plan. Your organization must serve one or more of the following counties in northeast Michigan currently under the State of Emergency: Alcona, Alpena, Cheboygan, Crawford, Montmorency, Presque Isle, and Oscoda.
Nonprofits serving Mackinaw City and Bois Blanc Island are also eligible. This grant cycle is ongoing and grant awards will be based on the merit of the proposal and the availability of funds. The purpose of the Urgent Needs Fund is to fill unexpected or emergency needs arising for individuals and families due to the impact and aftermath of the northern Michigan ice storms.
Grants will be paid upon approval and receipt of a fully signed grant agreement. This agreement may be submitted by submitting a photo or fax of the signed grant agreement.
Organizations providing direct support to individuals Gas, groceries/food, utility assistance, transportation assistance, hotel stays, and other direct support needs Tree removal, brush and debris removal services, and other cleanup needs Property/equipment repairs or replacement, permit fees, electrical work, flooding damage, and other property/equipment needs Reimbursements for organizational expenses Unexpected costs incurred during the immediate emergency Direct support, cleanup, property/equipment repairs Requests for direct support to individuals will be prioritized.
Other services as determined eligible by CFNEM staff If your organization fits the eligibility criteria and you would like to move forward with an Urgent Needs Fund grant application, please email CFNEM Development & Marketing Director Christine Hitch at chitch@cfnem. org.
Based on current listing details, eligibility includes: 501(c)(3) nonprofits, government agencies, churches, or schools serving individuals and families affected by the March/April 2025 ice storm in specified NE Michigan counties. Applicants should confirm final requirements in the official notice before submission.
Current published award information indicates Funding amounts vary based on project scope and sponsor guidance. Always verify allowable costs, matching requirements, and funding caps directly in the sponsor documentation.
The current target date is rolling deadlines or periodic funding windows. 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.
Yes — AI tools like Granted can help research funders, draft proposal sections, and check compliance. However, always review and customize AI-generated content to reflect your organization's unique strengths and the specific requirements of the solicitation.
Review timelines vary by funder. Federal agencies typically take 3-6 months from submission to award notification. Foundation grants may be faster, often 1-3 months. Check the program's timeline in the official solicitation for specific dates.
Many federal programs offer multi-year funding or allow competitive renewals. Check the official solicitation for continuation and renewal policies. Non-competing continuation applications are common for multi-year awards.