Allison K Short Foundation

Consumers Energy Foundation

Jackson, MI

Consumers Energy Foundation funds Michigan projects focused on basic needs, education and workforce readiness, environmental protection, economic development, neighborhood revitalization, and arts and culture, mainly in Lower Peninsula communities served by Consumers Energy. Its 2024 grants ranged from $100 to $500,000, with a median of $5,000; its 2026 Community Impact program offers up to $20,000 per project. The profile does not state whether it accepts unsolicited requests.

Russell H & Maxine E Smith Charitable

Bay City, MI

Midland Area Community Foundation

Midland, MI

The Midland Area Community Foundation funds nonprofits, educational institutions, and government entities serving Midland County across economic development, education, health and human services, arts, culture, recreation, and the environment. Community Investment requests may be up to $60,000, though its 2025 grants had a median of about $15,000. It accepts applications through its grant opportunities, with quarterly deadlines.

Gougeon Employees Foundation

Bay City, MI

The foundation supports community, service, and education organizations in Michigan. Its 2024 grants ranged from $100 to $13,000, with a median of $1,100. It accepts unsolicited written requests by mail, email, or hand delivery; no deadline is stated.

United Way of Bay County

Bay City, MI

To engage and empower our community to collectively impact lives. United way of bay county envisions a thriving community where every person has access to equitable opportunities that lead to an enhanced quality of life.

Central Indiana Community Foundation Inc

Indianapolis, IN

CICF supports a range of charitable work through its funds and partner entities, including youth programs, housing, social services, environmental equity, and services for older adults, primarily in Central Indiana. Its 2024 grants had a median award of $25,000, though amounts varied widely. CICF does not award grants directly; most competitive opportunities use its grants portal, while the Hamilton County Multi-Year Partner Grant is invitation-only and does not accept unsolicited requests.

Ernst & Young Foundation

New York, NY

The Ernst & Young Foundation funds higher education and career preparation in business, along with educational projects, equity initiatives, and disaster relief; in 2024, grants ranged from $5,025 to $312,700, with a median of $12,500. It supports organizations across the United States, including matching gifts to U.S. colleges and universities; the profile does not state whether it accepts unsolicited requests.

Saginaw Community Foundation

Saginaw, MI

Saginaw Community Foundation funds charitable programs and projects in education, arts, human services, health and welfare, and civic improvement that benefit Saginaw County. Its 2024 grants ranged from $5,112 to $307,559, with a median of $14,967. Applicants for general competitive grants must contact program staff before applying; applications are due February 1, June 1, and October 1.

WK Kellogg Foundation

Battle Creek, MI

The W.K. Kellogg Foundation funds community-led work focused on children’s health and education, good food, family economic security, racial equity and equitable opportunity. It gives across the United States, with long-term commitments in Michigan, Mississippi, New Mexico and New Orleans, and also funds in parts of Mexico and Haiti; its 2024 median grant was $100,000. It accepts proposals at any time through its website and does not limit giving to preselected organizations.

The Karen and Paul Schaefer Foundation

Travelers Rest, SC

The foundation supports arts and cultural organizations, charitable and humanitarian causes, and child and family services, with most funding going to South Carolina organizations. Its 2025 grants ranged from $25 to $12,040, with a median of $200. It funds only preselected organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests.

The Kantzler Foundation

Bay City, MI

Here to Help Foundation

Royal Oak, MI

Here to Help Foundation provides direct assistance to people returning from prison, including help with basic needs, housing costs, transportation, work clothing, tools, and furniture. Its 2025 awards ranged from $6 to $3,530, with a median of $150, for eligible individuals in southeastern Michigan, primarily Wayne and Oakland counties. It requires an initial application; the profile does not state whether unsolicited requests are accepted.