YAC Youth Mental Health Grant

YAC Youth Mental Health Grant is sponsored by Jackson Community Foundation. Supports mental health projects for youth in Jackson County, Michigan.

Search Results | Jackson Community Foundation | Jackson MI 31 results found with an empty search Local Non Profit Organizations | Jackson Community Foundation | Jackson MI Explore the Jackson Community Foundation's mission to uplift our community with endowment funds, scholarships, and grant opportunities in Jackson, MI. Check out our 2025 totals! Congrats 2026 Scholarship Recipients!

October Newsletter DONATE NOW ABOUT US The Jackson Community Foundation, a nonprofit with over 70 years of service to our community! Since 1947, we have been working hard to make Jackson an even better place to live and work. Together, we can make a difference.

DONATE Our Donate portal shares fund information. We welcome suggestions. JCF prioritizes donors and community by managing gifts effectively.

SCHOLARSHIPS To learn more about any of our scholarship history, eligibility requirements, or to donate to an individual scholarship GRANTS Grant opportunities are available to Jackson County, Michigan: 501(c)3 Nonprofits Governmental Agencies School Districts Churches Community Groups Out of County organizations serving Jackson County GRANTS | Jackson Community Foundation | Jackson MI Discover grant opportunities in Jackson, MI!

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GRANTS Grant opportunities are available to Jackson County, Michigan: 501(c)3 Nonprofits Governmental Agencies School Districts Churches Community Groups Out of County organizations serving Jackson County Competitive grant funding comes from our Community Needs Fund which includes many named unrestricted funds from individuals and families that chose the Jackosn Community Foundation in their giving plans.

We honor the following individuals that chose to support our community in perpetuity: Named Unrestricted Funds GRANT REPORT 2024 ALL GRANTS IN ALPHA ORDER 2023 ALL GRANTS IN ALPHA ORDER MEDIA LIST & PRESS RELEASE INFORMATION COMMUNITY NEEDS ENDOWMENT FUND GRANTMAKING PRIORITY, AIMS, AND GUIDELINES GRANT RESOURCES: Program Grant Budget Operational Grant Budget Sample Financials You Matter Grant for Driver's Education The You Matter Fund, a component fund of the Foundation, is hosting a grant round focused on driver's training for students.

The grant will give low-income students access to Driver's Training programs. Eligibility: 501(c)3 nonprofit organizations and school districts providing Driver's Training programs for students in Jackson County, Michigan.

Grant Amount: Up to $5,000 Deadline: November 20th at 5PM APPLICATION Youth Impact Grant The Youth Advisory Committee (YAC) is a youth-focused and youth-administered grant committee within the Jackson Community Foundation. YAC addresses the needs of youth in Jackson County by awarding grants to community organizations that benefit youth.

At the same time, it provides the students involved in the program an opportunity to volunteer their time and talents to better their community while developing philanthropic leadership skills and valuable experience.

Eligibility: 501(c)3 nonprofit organizations, school districts, churches and units of government impacting youth in Jackson County, Michigan for youth related programs and projects Grant Amount: Up to $3,000 Deadline: Currently not accepting applications Teachers Fund Teachers Fund was established in 1992 with a grant from the Hurst Foundation.

Grant proposals are reviewed by an advisory committee consisting of educators representing public and private schools in Jackson County. The Teachers Fund is dedicated to rewarding creative and innovative K-12 (public, private and home school) classroom educational projects up to $3,000. The Teachers Fund is dedicated to rewarding creative and innovative K-12 classroom educational projects.

Grant Amount: Up to $3,000 Deadline: Currently not accepting applications Community-Building Grants The Jackson Community Foundation (JCF) focuses a small amount of grantmaking dollars each year to support local community-building events that also align with our Mission, Vision, Values, and our Community Needs Endowment Fund Grantmaking Priority, Aims, and Guidelines.

Grant Amount: Typically between $200 - $500 Deadline: Currently not accepting applications. Check back in 2027. Systems Change The Jackson Community Foundation will support coalitions of organizations actively and authentically collaborating with Jackson County’s most economically challenged communities and neighborhoods and working together to find solutions to our most persistent and complex problems.

We are looking to support systems change efforts that align with one or more of our “Grantmaking Aims”: We Are Healthy We Reach Our Full Potential We Live in a Socially Just Community We Are Safe Our Basic Needs Are Met Grant Amount: Up to $35,000 Deadline: Currently not accepting applications Communities in Action Purpose: To support the determination and passion of Jackson County’s grassroots, “boots on the ground,” community-based organizations, neighborhood groups, etc. that help residents actively join together to improve their city block, neighborhood, or community.

Eligibility: Grassroots, community-based organizations, or neighborhood groups that meet several criteria. Grant Amount: up to $3,000 Deadline: Currently not accepting applications Jackson Young Professionals This Fund was created with collaborative grants from the Consumers Energy Endowment Fund, the Asset Map Special Project Fund and the President’s Discretionary Fund, all component funds of the Foundation.

The Jackson Young Professionals grew out of the Anchor Initiative, a program that supports living, buying and innovating in downtown Jackson. The group was established to promote social & career development as well as encourage community outreach and volunteerism. Grant focus are programs designed to improve the quality of life for Jackson County residents.

Eligible Applicants: Nonprofit 501(c)3 organizations serving Jackson County, Michigan Grant Amount: Up to $1,000 Deadline: Currently not accepting applications I Love My Community Grant The "I Love My Community Endowment Fund" was established in memory of Barbara Ramp. "My grandmother, Barbara Ramp, was one of the most genuine, giving people I have ever known.

While thinking about setting up this fund I was reminded of her generous spirit," said Carolyn Moser, Fund Representative. Does your nonprofit organization have a great idea? If so, the "I Love My Community Endowment Fund" wants to hear all about it!

Grant Amount: Up to $1,000 Deadline: Currently not accepting applications. YAC Youth Mental Health Grant The Youth Advisory Committee (YAC) is a youth-focused and youth-administered grant committee within the Jackson Community Foundation (JCF). The MiPHY survey is administered to 7th, 9th, and 11th grade students every other year.

This county-wide survey showed youth mental health is a top concern, so YAC dedicates its yearly grant round to funding mental health projects for Jackson County youth.

Eligible Applicants: 501(c)3 nonprofit organizations, school districts, churches and units of government impacting youth mental health in Jackson County, Michigan Grant Amount: Up to $3,000 Next Grant Round: December 2026 So All Youth Can Play Sports This grant round made possible by the Wirebaugh Family Youth Sports Fund.

"Our family has always been active in sports, both participating and watching, and feel these activities contribute to becoming a successful, well-rounded person. It helps keep kids out of trouble and some companies like to hire those kids who have played sports because they have learned how to get along with others and become team players."

-The Wirebaugh Family To support youth (up to age 18) of Jackson County, Michigan in their active participation in sports, whether organized by schools, youth leagues, or local nonprofits. These grants are intended to help youth to participate in sports who may not otherwise be able to afford to play.

Grant Amount: Up to $500 Deadline: Until all fund are spent APPLICATION YAC Mini-Grant 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. Grant Amount: Up to $500 Deadline: Applications accepted October 2026 through March 2027 To Apply: Email mnorris@jacksoncf.

org for an application Program & Operational Support Grants The Jackson Community Foundation is awarding Operational Support and Program grants to cover the short-term operating needs of 501(c)3 nonprofit organizations and the programmatic expenses of 501(c)3 nonprofit organizations, school districts, and governmental entities serving Jackson County. Grant Amount: Up to $20,000 Deadline: Currently not accepting applications.

*For Program Budget, Operational Budget, and Sample Financials, please see Grant Resources above. Program & Operational Support Grants | jacksoncf-website < Back Program & Operational Support Grants Previous Next Jackson Strong Fund | Jackson Community Foundation | Jackson MI Support local initiatives with the Jackson Strong Fund. Explore scholarship and grant opportunities through the Jackson Community Foundation in Jackson, MI.

JACKSON STR NG Supporting JACKSON COUNTY Michigan OVERVIEW The Jackson Strong Fund will provide financial resources to support the immediate and long-term recovery needs for the people and places affected by future disasters in Jackson County, Michigan.

The Jackson Strong Fund grants will align with the Jackson Community Foundation’s four-phase approach to disaster response : risk reduction and disaster readiness, rapid relief and response, recovery and stabilization, and rebuilding resilience.

Click for PDF Flyer DONATE TO JACKSON STRONG JACKSON STRONG FAQ'S APPLY FOR ASSISTANCE ELIGIBILITY & REQUIREMENTS 1st Responder Agencies such as fire departments, police departments, county sheriff, and the Jackson County Department of Homeland Security and Emergency Management 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations based in Jackson County Churches directly involved in response and support School Districts directly involved in response and support Grass-roots neighborhood organizations directly involved in response and support Non-governmental organizations, and those nonprofits without their own 501(c)(3) designation, may be required to collaborate with a “fiscal sponsor” that is a unit of government or a 501(c)(3) organization In the immediate aftermath of a formally-declared disaster, individuals directly impacted by the disaster may seek financial support through our Application page.

APPLICATION PROCESS Click here for more information and to access the applications. Only complete applications will be accepted. The application has fillable boxes with limited space.

Please be sure your text fits the space provided as reviewers will not be able to read beyond it. If need be, you may attach additional pages. WHO & WHAT DETERMINES A DISASTER?

A disaster is an event, natural or man-made or economic, which causes death and/or destruction on a scale that overwhelms the ability of the community’s resources to maintain stability, save lives and preserve property. The disaster may or may not receive a county, state or federal disaster declaration, but may also be determined by the Jackson Community Foundation.

The Foundation’s Disaster Responses should be initiated if there is: Significant loss of life, injury, or displacement Significant impact on community members and/or property and assets Significant impact on a community’s capacity to respond THE FOUNDATION'S DISASTER RESPONSE COMMITTEE In the event of a disaster somewhere in Jackson County, the Jackson Community Foundation shall create a task force or committee, which will have responsibility for all funding decisions to both responding organizations and the individuals impacted by the disaster.

The task force for any individual disaster shall be composed of; 2 - 3 Community Foundation staff. 2 - 3 Members of the Foundation’s Executive Committee and/or Board. Jackson County’s Director of Homeland Security & Emergency Management and/or their designee.

3 - 5 members of the community directly impacted by the disaster, including but not limited to local 1st responders and/or local government. Donate | Jackson Community Foundation | Jackson MI Support local non-profit organizations and community endowment funds in Jackson, MI. Your donation helps create scholarship and grant opportunities for all!

Secure Credit Card Donation DONATE IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS: DO NOT ADD A DOLLAR SIGN ($) IN TH E "AMOUNT". Use the "Description Box" to indicate Fund name. If you would like your gift designated to be In Memory or In Honor of someone, add IMO or IHO in the description box and we will email you for details.

ATTN: FUND REPRESENTATIVES We have a new Donate portal with more information about your fund. While we made every effort to accurately show the intent of your fund, we understand you may like changes to your fund's display. If you would like to discuss different options, please email lmcdaniel@jacksoncf.

org Mail in Donation To pay by check, complete the gift designation form and mail to: 100 S. Jackson Street, Ste 200, Jackson, MI 49201 Mail in gift designation form Looking for other ways to give? Learn more in our Gift Acceptance Policy.

The policy is to serve the best interests of the Jackson Community Foundation (JCF), its donors, and the community at large by providing guidelines for accepting various types of gifts for various types of funds, and in establishing funds.

Given the increasing popularity of a wide range of gifts as well as an equally wide range of planned giving options, JCF recognizes the value of carefully crafted policies and procedures that will allow us to effectively work with donors to ensure that their gift results in the greatest value to JCF, the Donor, and the community we serve. To request a copy, email jcf@jacksoncf.

org CREATE YOUR LEGACY | Jackson Community Foundation | Jackson MI Build your legacy today! Support local non-profit organizations and explore scholarship and grant opportunities with the Jackson Community Foundation in Jackson, MI. CREATE YOUR FUND CREATE YOUR LEGACY Our Funds are tailored to you and what you wish to accomplish.

We have options from having no involvement at all to more hands-on involvement in grantmaking. It's your choice. And whatever you choose, ALL funds provide the opportunity to create a lasting legacy that carries on your name or the name of a loved one.

FUND OPTIONS GIVING WORKSHEET DO YOU WANT TO SIMPLIFY YOUR GIVING WHILE MULTIPLYING YOUR IMPACT? Consider the Community Needs Fund. COMMUNITY NEEDS FUND DID YOU KNOW THERE IS AN OPTION TO RETAIN YOUR INVESTMENT ADVISOR?

Gifts of $250,000 or more may qualify for an Individually Managed Fund allowing you to keep your investment advisor while getting the tax advantages and resources at a community foundation. Please refer to our Individually Managed Funds Policy. If you have any questions, we would be happy to set up a personal meeting.

Please call the office or email us today! SIX EASY STEPS TO START YOUR FUND AND LEGACY TODAY! 1.

Choose your fund name 2. Choose your fund purpose 3. Select which type of fund 4.

Sign a fund agreement describing your charitable intent 5. Make a gift of cash, securities, etc. to establish a fund or provide a gift through a bequest 6.

Watch you fund grow by investment and additional contributions CARING FOR OUR COMMUNITY'S FUTURE NEW FUND RESOURCES INVESTMENT ADVISORS Your Partner in Philanthropy Carter Wickwire Society First Codicil Community vs. Private foundations Endowment Fund Policies Donor Advised Brochure Investment Policy Bequest Form COUNCIL OF MICHIGAN FOUNDATIONS RESOURCES Planned Giving Guide Tax Planning Issues Charitable Contributions LEGAL DOCUMENTS Articles of Incorporation Bylaws THE CARTER WICKWIRE SOCIETY CARING FOR OUR COMMUNITY'S FUTURE JCF was founded in 1948 with two special gifts.

During World War II, the families of Lt. John L. Carter and Pfc.

John Gilbert Wickwire donated proceeds from the life insurance policies in the name of their sons, both of whom lost their lives in battle, to ultimately form the Jackson Community Foundation. The Carter and Wickwire families understood the importance of planning for the future and creating a legacy for their families.

By naming the Jackson Community Foundation in your will, you can join a distinctive list of individuals and families who are doing the same. Learn more here THANK YOU MEMBERS Matthew D. and Sharon A.

Augustine Jody Bacon Mary Baird Jackie and Jerry Booth Carole Briggs and John Briggs John and Lisa Butterfield Susan Diebold Georgia and Travis Fojtasek Jim and Joyce Grace Mr. Richard Allen Iverson Mary Theresa Mills Family R. Dale Moretz Monica Moser and Steven Trosin Chad Noble Hendrik Schuur Drs. James P.

and Wendelyn A. Serino Richard Sigers Al Spiess, Jr. Sandra Svoboda Ric Walton Carlene Walz Lefere Lisa Gaynier and Hap LaRoe Myer and Lois Franklin | Jackson Community Foundation | Jackson MI Learn about the Myer and Lois Franklin Scholarship, fostering educational access for all in Jackson, MI, through the Jackson Community Foundation.

Myer and Lois Franklin Scholarship Myer and Lois Franklin, life long residents of Jackson, Michigan, were highly appreciative of the success they enjoyed as a result of the opportunities afforded them in the Jackson community. In order to give back to others, they chose to leave a legacy of education.

As strong believers in the powe r of education, the Myer and Lois Franklin Charitable Trust was established to be utilized as a vehicle for providing scholarships to residents of Jackson County. The ability to give back to the community and the right to an education for all was of extreme importance to the Franklins.

They created the trust to provide scholarships embracing all members of the Jackson community no ma tter what their background in an effort to promote acceptance and access to education to those seeking same. All s cholarship recipients are expected to be a role model for the Jackson community and to demonstrate the qualities and perform the activities which enabled them to be selected as an outstanding scholarship recipient.

Application Deadline: When we receive 200 completed applications or February 12, 2025, whichever comes first.

Eligibility Requirements: Resident of Jackson County, Michigan Those enrolled in the Jackson County Early College may apply in their 13th year of after Previous recipients are encouraged to reapply, however renewal is not guaranteed Renewable: Yes Scholarship Award: Between $1,000 - $5,000 Scholarship Use: Tuition and fees Application Scholarship Criteria at a Glance | Jackson Community Foundation | Jackson MI Explore scholarship criteria at a glance!

Find grant opportunities and community endowment funds in Jackson, MI with the Jackson Community Foundation. LEARN MORE OR DONATE! ATTENTION JACKSON COUNTY EARLY COLLEGE (JCEC) STUDENTS - JCEC has impacted the definition of who is a graduating high school senior.

Individual donors set their own eligibility criteria for our scholarships. We are working with the donors to determine which scholarships will accept applications from JCEC students. ALL SCHOLARSHIP CRITERIA AT A GLANCE Opens December 1, 2026 Whitney C.

Albertson Memorial Scholarship Award Arasim-Obuchowski Scholarship Bernice Barabash Sports Scholarship Dennis J. Beck Memorial Scholarship Erma E. Biedermann Scholarship Marvin W.

& Rosaline A. Brandau Scholarship Dorothy and Dick Burgess Scholarship Stacy Lynn Davis Youth Leadership Scholarship Antonia Dellas Memorial Scholarship John J. Dellas Memorial Scholarship Eleanor A.

Ernest Scholarship Melissa Eleanor Ernest Scholarship Robert P. Ernest Scholarship Georgia and Travis Fojtasek Scholarship James L. and Mary L.

Geisman Leadership Foundation Martha & Oliver Hansen Memorial Scholarship Henry Ford Jackson Hospital Empowerment Scholarship Henry Ford Jackson Hospital Family Scholarship Henry Ford Jackson Hospital New Beginnings Scholarship Jackson Legacy Scholarship William & Beatrice Kavanaugh Memorial Scholarship Andrew LaFaive Memorial Scholarship MACI Scholarship Lawrence & Joanne Maino Memorial Scholarship Cheryl R.

Norey Scholarship June Danby & Pat Pearse Education Scholarship Corbin Rangler Memorial Bluebird Scholarship Phillip Guy Richardson Memorial Scholarship Janet C. Rochefort Scholarship for Single Moms Dr. William A. & Marceleine J.

Sautter Hanover-Horton - H. S. Youth of Promise Scholarship Dr. Garland & Alex Scott Memorial Scholarship Eileen J.

Smith, R. N. Memorial Scholarship Faith Speckhard Scholarship J.

Sheridan Stewart Scholarship Paul Tejada Memorial Scholarship Thought 1 Scholarship Sue Walicki Nursing Scholarship Jackson Strong Application | Jackson Community Foundation | Jackson MI Apply for scholarship and grant opportunities with the Jackson Community Foundation. Support local non-profits and community endowment funds in Jackson, MI.

APPLICATION HOW TO APPLY Applications for this fund will only be accepted if it meets criteria under Who & What Determines a Disaster? , unless it is an organizational grant for Risk Reduction and Disaster Readiness (phase one of our Approach to Disaster Response).

Information needed to complete your application includes, but is not limited to the following: Program Overview Provide general information and characteristics about the program or service you provide, including program title, duration, area of disaster approach, and program location(s). Tell us specifically how your organization will respond to the disaster. Budgets for pre-disaster and long-term support.

If the budget provided on the grant application does not fit your organization’s needs, you may provide your own. If you have a fiscal sponsor (primarily used for organizations without an IRS nonprofit designation and non-governmental agencies), you will be asked to identify your sponsor and submit the agreement form below. Please note, your fiscal sponsor must have a current organizational profile with the Community Foundation.

Applications Grants to Organizations: SCC Strong Grant Application – Short Term (for use immediately after a declared disaster – phase two Rapid Relief and Response grants only) SCC Strong Grant Application – Long Term (for phase one pre-disaster readiness and in the months/years following the disaster) Fiscal Sponsor’s Agreement Form Support for Individuals: SCC Strong Request for Support – Individuals Contact Information For questions about this funding opportunity, please contact the Program Team at jcf@jacksoncf.

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