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YAC Mini-Grants — Jackson Community Foundation | Grantable Jackson Community Foundation Foundation Grants for K-12 Schools Grants for Youth Programs Grants for Education Funder: Jackson Community Foundation Last Updated: February 15, 2026 The YAC Mini-Grants program, managed by the Jackson Community Foundation, offers K-12 students the opportunity to submit proposals for classroom projects.
This unique initiative encourages youth involvement and enhances educational experiences. Applications can be written by students with adult support and must focus on projects that benefit their peers. Funding is available for materials and programs that foster volunteerism and improve the school environment, with a review process conducted by the Youth Advisory Committee.
NOTE: The mini-grant application may be emailed, brought or mailed to the Jackson Community Foundation’s office from October – March of each school year. All proposals will be reviewed by the Youth Advisory Committee and notification of awards will be made within 8 weeks of receiving the minigrant proposals.
Youth Advisory Committee Mission Statement We are a diverse group of students uniting our voices and using our time and resources to better the lives of youth in Jackson County! The YAC Mini-Grant program accepts K-12 student written grants for classroom projects. This unique program originated here at JCF and is now replicated around the state.
Designed to introduce the concept of a community foundation and our work, students complete a grant proposal and budget. Funds can be used for materials, projects or programs that benefit youth, encourage volunteerism and enhance the school environment. You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website.
What can be funded: Proposals that are school or student oriented will be considered for funding. These include special classroom projects planned by students, or extracurricular activities such as student newspapers, special sports or music projects. Who can apply:Grades K - 1 - Teachers can either help students write the application or write it for them after class discussion for proposal ideas has occurred.
Grades 2 - 6 - Any student(s) and an adult advisor/teacher of a school club, organization or classroom in grades 2- 6 can apply for a grant. All applications must be hand written by the student(s) and MUST be signed by the teacher AND principal. If an application is written by someone other than a student(s), it will be disqualified.
However, teachers are encouraged to have students work on the proposal as a total class project, help them to investigate the cost of budget items, answer questions about the form, and give suggestions about appropriate responses. No teacher or classroom may submit more than ONE application during each school year.
Grades 7 – 12 - Any student(s) and an adult teacher/advisor of a school club, organization or classroom in grades 7 – 12 can apply for a grant. All applications must be handwritten by the student(s) and must be signed by the teacher AND principal. Teachers are encouraged to have their class or organization work on their proposal as a total class project and help them to investigate the cost of budget items.
No teacher or classroom may submit more than ONE application during each school year. As this is a student program, teacher or administration projects/programs will not be considered for funding.
Focus Areas & Funding Uses k-12-schools youth-programs education Browse similar grants by category Grants for K-12 Schools Grants for Youth Programs Grants for Education Similar grants from this funder and related organizations Minneapolis Educator Leadership Awards (MELA) Grant Adams 14 Education Foundation Scholarships Colorado Mesa University Scholarship Adams State University Scholarship Western State University Scholarship Ready to apply for YAC Mini-Grants?
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Based on current listing details, eligibility includes: K-12 students in Jackson County, Michigan. Applicants should confirm final requirements in the official notice before submission.
Current published award information indicates Up to $500 Always verify allowable costs, matching requirements, and funding caps directly in the sponsor documentation.
The current target date is September 1, 2026. Build your timeline backwards from this date to cover registrations, approvals, attachments, and final submission checks.
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