Grants ranging from $1,500 to $15,000 to USA nonprofits supporting wildlife sanctuaries or refuges, to enhance the effectiveness of the organizations. Funding is intended to aid organizations in strengthening their expertise to develop and execute projects, expand and increase their capacity and skills, gain and build comm...

Grants starting at $25,000 to Michigan nonprofit organizations, federal, state, local, and tribal government agencies, and universities to detect, prevent, control, and eradicate invasive aquatic and terrestrial species. State agencies must contact the funding source before applying. Funding is intended to cover direct pro...

Grants to USA colleges, universities, and nonprofits engaged in educational or research activities to support early-career faculty members who demonstrate a strong potential to advance science and academia. This award is given to faculty who are likely to serve as academic role models in research and education and to lead ...

Grants starting at $15,000 to Michigan nonprofits, for-profits, government agencies, and individuals to enhance the populations of game species and their habitats. Funding is intended to assist with the management, development, and improvement of wildlife habitat for game species. The primary goal of this program is to enh...

In-Kind Grants of $200 gift cards to USA individuals and community, school, and nonprofit groups for youth-led community service projects. Funding is intended to support service campaigns for animals, people, and the environment. Successful applications will demonstrate elements of service learning, youth leadership, and c...

Grants starting at $1,500 to Battle Creek area, Michigan nonprofit organizations, churches, towns, public schools, and agencies for community benefit programs. Funding is intended for programs in the areas of health, education, and community enrichment. Projects and programs should positively impact the quality of life of ...

Grants to Wisconsin and Michigan nonprofit organizations in eligible communities for activities that promote economic health, education, arts and culture, and the environment. Eligible organizations must benefit communities that are served by the Funding Source. See Grant Coverage Areas below for a link to a list of eligib...

Grants to USA, Canada, and International governmental units, agencies, organizations, fire departments, and fire brigades for a wide range of fire preparedness, prevention, and control efforts, including arson prevention, fire investigation, training and education programs related to fire prevention, and pre-fire planning....

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations and government agencies for activities that benefit communities across a broad range of areas, with an emphasis on geographic locations where family members of the Funding Source reside. Request summaries are due prior to the submission of full proposals. Priority areas include arts, c...

Grants to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit organizations and academic institutions to use artificial intelligence to address current environmental issues. Funding is intended to support projects that develop and deploy open source machine learning models, algorithms, and data sets that directly tackle environmental...

Grants ranging from $20,000 to $75,000 to USA nonprofits, public school districts, and private and public elementary and secondary schools for children's and youth education programs, specifically in the areas of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM), the environment, job training, and literacy. For t...

Grants ranging from $1,000 to $4,000 to USA nonprofits, local climbing and conservation organizations, government agencies, land trusts, and individuals for projects that enhance or preserve climbing access. The purpose of funding is to conserve the national climbing environment. Applicants who have not been previously fun...

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations, schools, hospitals, government agencies, religious institutions, veterans organizations, and volunteer fire departments in eligible states for community benefit programs. Funding is intended for programs and projects that focus on the areas of workforce development, education, poverty...

Grants starting at $10,000 to USA, Canada, and International nonprofits for environmental education initiatives, access to clean water and energy for underserved areas, and developing sustainable and innovative technologies. Funding is intended to improve the quality of life in communities around the world. Priority wil...

Grants to USA, Canada, and International independent filmmakers for film projects that align with the themes of empowerment, social justice, and cultural exchange. Funding is available to both novice and experienced filmmakers for all stages of development, including development, production, post-production, as well as fil...

Grants to Michigan nonprofit organizations serving residents of north Flint and its vicinity for programs that foster strong, vibrant communities. Grants proposals must align with one of the following areas of priority: safety, neighborhoods, youth, and economic opportunity. The Foundation is committed to improving outc...

Grants of up to $1,200 plus travel expenses to USA and Russia individual professionals for collaborative efforts addressing urgent social problems. Funding is intended to support participation in 3-week exchange programs, and the subsequent presentation of newfound knowledge in the participant's home country, focusing on t...

Grants to Illinois, Indiana, Ohio, Michigan, Minnesota, and Wisconsin nonprofit organizations for public policy initiatives to advance economic mobility and racial equity in the Great Lakes region. Applicants must submit a Letter of Intent prior to applying. Program areas include culture, environment, democracy, education ...

Grants to Michigan nonprofit organizations to enhance the quality of life for residents in the Greenville and Montcalm County area. Funding is intended to support programs and projects that address the community's health, human service, educational, recreational, and environmental needs. There are two types of applicat...

Grants to Greater Lakeview Area, Michigan nonprofit organizations to enhance the quality of life for local residents. Funding is intended to support programs and projects that address the community's educational, cultural, environmental, social, health, and recreational needs.

Grants to Michigan nonprofit organizations for projects and programs addressing social, educational, cultural, environmental, health, and recreational concerns of communities in the Montcalm County Panhandle. Funding is intended to improve the quality of life in the four townships comprising the Panhandle: Winfield, Reynol...

Grants typically in the $10,000 range to USA, Canada, and International organizations and individuals for research projects that contribute to the conservation of elephants. Research may focus on African or Asian elephants and their habitats, or elephants in human care. The themes and focus areas for the current funding cy...

Grants generally ranging between $10,000 and $50,000 to Great Lakes Region, USA nonprofit organizations, museums, wildlife centers, zoos, and educational institutions for programs that improve the well-being of animals. Grant applicants are asked to contact staff and to submit a letter of inquiry. Funding is intended to pr...

Grants typically ranging from $3,000 to $20,000 to Michigan nonprofit organizations for programming and operating support. Priority will be given to organizations serving Northern areas and the Midland, Saginaw, and Bay area. First-time applicants must submit a written request before completing the formal grant application...

Grants to Mason County, Michigan nonprofit organizations, governments, schools, and churches to enhance the quality of life for local residents. Applicants must submit an LOI prior to submitting a full application. Program areas include arts, education, community development, urban revitalization, environment, health, huma...

Grants ranging from $1,000 to $8,000 to USA nonprofit organizations, land managers and agencies, local climbing organizations, and individuals to protect and restore mountain climbing areas. Funding is intended to help create healthy climbing landscapes, empower local climbing communities, and promote respect for climbing ...

Grants to Southeast Michigan nonprofit organizations, agencies, universities, and school districts in eligible counties for projects that address community issues and improve the lives of local residents. Interest areas include arts and culture, the environment, and health and human services. Projects must benefit Wayne, O...

Grants to Northwest Ohio and Southeast Michigan nonprofit organizations to enhance the quality of life for local families and individuals, with an emphasis on communities in the greater Toledo area. Funding is available for a broad range of programs in areas such as social services, education, neighborhood and urban affair...

Grants ranging between $1,000 and $10,000 to Michigan nonprofit organizations, schools, government agencies, and churches for a broad range of activities to benefit local communities in the Greater Muskegon County area. An application of intent must be submitted prior to a full proposal. The Community Foundation chart...

Grants of up to $3,000 to Oceana County, Michigan nonprofit organizations, churches, schools, and agencies for programs in the areas of arts, community development, health and human services, and education. An application of intent is required prior to submitting a full application. Funding is also available for emerging c...

Grants of up to $1,000 and grants starting at $1,000 to Lapeer County, Michigan nonprofit organizations, educational institutions, and governmental entities for projects to improve the quality of life for area residents. Projects should be planned with respect to the needs and opportunities within the community. Detaile...

Grants to Michigan nonprofit organizations, government agencies, schools, and churches in the Lowell area for programs in the areas of education, arts and culture, health, community development, human service, environment, and recreation. Priority will be given to educational projects and those serving a broad segment of t...

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations and universities for scholarly research on public policy issues that impact on the personal and economic liberties of the nation's citizens. Funding is intended to support scholarship resulting in the publication of policy papers, journal articles, and books. The Foundation will also f...

Grants of up to $25,000 to USA nonprofit organizations for projects that advance environmental protection, promote healthy ocean ecosystems, and improve water quality in all geographical areas. Funding is intended for all types of programs and subject areas, but strong priority will be given to projects that improve water ...

Grants typically ranging between $10,000 and $20,000 to USA grassroots organizations for programs that preserve the environment. Funding is intended to assist local activist groups in protecting frontline communities and local habitats. Eligible programs will be original, bold, action-directed, and committed to long-term c...

Grants typically ranging between $15,000 and $30,000 to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit organizations that use film and media as part of a campaign tool to promote environmental activism. Funding is intended to support campaigns that inspire audiences to become environmental activists through film and media. P...

Grants typically ranging between $5,000 and $15,000 to USA, Canada, and International environmental nonprofit organizations for programs that protect and restore wild fish and their natural habitats. Funding is intended to support original programs that address the root causes of the problem and provide long-term solutions...

Grants starting at $10,000 to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit organizations for environmental sustainability initiatives to improve ocean health. Funding is intended to support innovative projects that meet challenges faced by the marine and sailing industries. Eligible projects will promote the adoption of clean ...

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations for innovative projects to educate and inspire individuals, communities, and organizations to engage in environmental activism. Funding is intended for pilot, model, and demonstration projects that seek to change attitudes and behaviors about environmental issues. The Foundation par...

Fellowships to USA and Japan scholars and professionals to support multidisciplinary research related to topics of global concern. Possible research themes include security, sustainable development, governance and civic participation, and social, cultural, and scientific trends and transformations. The purpose of this pro...

Grants to Osceola County, Michigan nonprofit organizations to promote community spirit and improve the quality of life for local residents. Program areas include education, arts and culture, health, social welfare, and the environment. Examples of supported projects include library materials, cancer screenings, outreach pr...

Grants of up to $10,000 to USA nonprofit organizations and government agencies to ensure the future of all-terrain vehicle (ATV) riding. Funding is available to local, state, and national organizations working to preserve trail access and promote safe and responsible riding. Organizations can apply for either monetary gran...

Grants ranging between $5,000 and $50,000 to USA nonprofit organizations and academic or research institutions for projects that will advance and safeguard the organic industry and the livelihood of organic farmers. Applicants are required to submit an LOI prior to submitting a full application. This fund provides a way fo...

Grants of up to $2,500 to Michigan organizations for programs that address community needs in Leelanau, Kalkaska, Grand Traverse, Benzie, and Antrim counties. Funds are specifically intended to support programs in the areas of arts and culture, youth, health and human services, environment, and education. The Endowment off...

Grants to Greater Albion Area, Michigan nonprofit organizations to improve the quality of life for local residents. Applications may also be accepted from public agencies, schools, and faith-based institutions; however, these applicants must contact program staff prior to applying. Applicants requesting support for economi...

Grants ranging from $150 to $10,000 to Oregon local governments and charitable organizations in eligible counties and to USA Native American organizations for programs that benefit Native American communities. Funding is provided for programs in the areas of alcohol and drug treatment, cultural activities, the arts, educat...

Grants to Michigan nonprofit organizations, schools, municipalities, and other government agencies to benefit communities in the greater Holland and Zeeland area. Applicants must contact program staff prior to applying. Funding may be requested for a broad range of areas, including community and economic development, arts ...

Grants of up to $2,500 to USA, Canada, and International investigators affiliated with academic institutions, nonprofit or conservation organizations, or accredited zoos for wildlife conservation efforts. The purpose of this program is to enhance understanding of endangered, threatened, and rare species and their habitats,...

Grants to Michigan nonprofits for projects that enhance the lives of residents in Grand Rapids and the surrounding areas. Funding is intended for programs that align with the focus areas of arts and culture, environment, education, community service, and health care. The Foundation seeks to support collaborative, sustaina...

Grants of up to $1,000 and grants of up to $10,000 to Michigan nonprofit organizations, schools, faith-based organizations, and government agencies for community projects in Berrien County. Funding may be used to support programs in the areas of arts and humanities, health, children, youth development and leadership, senio...