How much funding does Bridging Generations Fund (formerly Elderly Needs Fund) provide?

The listing does not state a funding amount. Check the funder's announcement for specifics.

When is the deadline for Bridging Generations Fund (formerly Elderly Needs Fund)?

The funder has not published a deadline for this grant.

Who is eligible for Bridging Generations Fund (formerly Elderly Needs Fund)?

Eligible applicants: Nonprofit organizations. Geography: In Newaygo County; Located in or directly serving Newaygo County older adults.

Bridging Generations Fund (formerly Elderly Needs Fund)

The Fremont Area Elderly Needs Fund

Foundation Grants for Nonprofits Grants for Seniors

Funding Amount

Not stated

Deadline

Deadline not published

Grant Type

Foundation

Can we apply?

Check your organization against each line. Taken from the listing; confirm with the funder's guidelines.

Eligible organizations

Nonprofit organizations

Geography

In Newaygo County
Located in or directly serving Newaygo County older adults

Overview

Bridging Generations Fund

Previous Name: Elderly Needs Fund

Geographic Scope: Newaygo County, Michigan

Focus Areas: Programs benefiting and enriching life for older adults

The Bridging Generations Fund is a supporting organization of Fremont Area Community Foundation. Since 1992, the fund has made grants to benefit and enrich life for older adults in Newaygo County.

Name Change Rationale:
Name changed from "Elderly Needs Fund" to "Bridging Generations Fund" in December 2020 to reflect a more inclusive and positive approach to intergenerational programming and support.

Grant Focus

Programs that improve quality of life for older adults
Intergenerational programming and connections
Services addressing needs of older adults in Newaygo County

Eligibility

Organizations located in or directly serving Newaygo County older adults
Nonprofit organizations

Contact Information

Phone: 231.924.5350
Address: 4424 W 48TH STREET, FREMONT, MICHIGAN 49412
Website: facommunityfoundation.org

Additional Notes

The fund is listed under "Types of Grants" on the Community Foundation website alongside Community Grants, Amazing X Charitable Fund, and YAC Grants.

How to Apply

Application Process

How to Apply:
Applications for Bridging Generations Fund grants are submitted through the Community Foundation's standard grant application process via Grants Central portal.

General Application Requirements:

Access Grants Central portal
Complete agency profile or online application
Provide organization and program information
Demonstrate alignment with fund's mission
Submit by applicable deadline

Contact for More Information:

Phone: 231.924.5350
Email: Community Investment Team
Website: facommunityfoundation.org/grants

Note: Specific application deadlines and detailed requirements not specified in available materials; contact Community Foundation for current grant guidelines and timeline.

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What The Fremont Area Elderly Needs Fund actually gave

Source: IRS Form 990, 2024

Grants in 2024: 8
Total given: $382K
Median grant: $22K
Range: $10K–$188K

By dollars: Michigan 91%, New York 9%. Top recipient cities: Fremont, MI; Grand Rapids, MI; Wyoming, MI.
0% of grants with a stated purpose were for general or operating support.

Example grants

Catholic Charities West Michigan · Grand Rapids, MI

Senior companion program, foster grandparent program, one township at a time

$188K
Truenorth Community Services · Fremont, MI

Community connections

$82K
Grantmakers in Aging · White Plains, NY

2024 annual conference sponsorship

$35K
Reeman Christian Reformed Church · Fremont, MI

Wellspring adult day services, grandfriends program

$24K
Bellwether Harbor Animal Shelter · Fremont, MI

Fostering for a better life

$21K