The Manistee County Community Foundation is seeking applications for its Limitless Fund & Field of Interest Fund Grants.
Donor Name: Manistee County Community Foundation
State: Michigan
County: Manistee County (MI)
Type of Grant: Grant
Deadline: 10/15/2022
Size of the Grant: $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.
The MCCF Board of Directors has decided to consider grant requests for any charitable purpose except for recreation (active and/or outdoor) under the Limitless Fund Grant Program which will also include several Field of Interest Funds. Grant requests for recreational (active and/or outdoor) purposes shall be considered under the Foundation’s Minger Family Endowment Fund Grant Program.
Current Funding Priorities
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.
Eligibility Criteria
- 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.
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
For more information, visit MCCF.
