Michigan: Limitless Fund & Field of Interest Fund Grant Program

The Manistee County Community Foundation is accepting applications for its Limitless Fund & Field of Interest Fund Grant Program to meet the ever-changing needs of the community.

Donor Name: Manistee County Community Foundation

State: Michigan

County: Manistee County (MI)

Type of Grant: Grant

Deadline (mm/dd/yyyy): 04/15/2022

Grant Size: $10,000

Grant Duration: 1 year

Details:

The Limitless Fund is unique in the Foundation’s roster of over 100 funds because it is not restricted for a specific purpose. The permanent endowment can be used to strategically address the ever-changing needs of Manistee County.

Currently, the MCCF Board has decided against adopting funding priorities for the Limitless Fund in order to provide maximum flexibility in responding to pressing community needs, gaps in services and emerging opportunities.

Funding Information

Generally, the minimum grant award shall be $1,000 and the maximum grant award shall be $10,000. All projects should be completed within one year of a grant award.

Eligible Projects

Must be located in Manistee County, unless pre-approved by the MCCF, and benefit residents of Manistee County.
Must be supported by the applicant’s highest governing body as indicated by the submittal of a resolution or letter

Eligibility Criteria

Eligible Applicants
- 501(c)3 nonprofit organizations
- School districts
- Units of government, including recognized tribal governments
- Other tax-exempt organizations
Eligibility of Faith-Based and Religious Institutions
- MCCF may make grants to faith based organizations or religious institutions for services that address community needs or which enhance the quality of life for all citizens.
  - Grants must:
    - Have a clear public benefit.
    - Be fully accessible to persons regardless of their individual religious creed or convictions.
    - Respect diversity of religious and spiritual beliefs of all individuals.
    - Not directly fund religious programs or services that require adherence to a particular religious’ belief, doctrine or creed.