Carolyn’s Kids Grant

Carolyn’s Kids Grant

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: Berrien Community Foundation
Amount: US $50,000
Last Updated: January 19, 2026

Summary

The Carolyn’s Kids Grant, offered by the Berrien Community Foundation, aims to enhance the lives of children in Benton Harbor, St. Joseph, and Stevensville. With two grants of $50,000 each, this initiative supports programs that address various needs, from basic necessities to educational and emotional well-being. It reflects Carolyn Hanson’s commitment to nurturing children for a stronger future. Eligible applicants include nonprofits, schools, and community organizations dedicated to improving children's lives.

Overview

Berrien Community Foundation Mission The mission of Berrien Community Foundation is to connect the power of people who care with causes and organizations that strengthen our communities. Vision The vision of Berrien Community Foundation is to build strong, vibrant, and sustainable communities. For Good. For Ever. Carolyn’s Kids Grant Carolyn’s Kids grant opportunities support programs in the Benton Harbor, St. Joseph and Stevensville areas that improve the lives of children and youth. This grant program is a reflection of Carolyn Hanson’s love for children and belief that helping to strengthen children is crucial to the future of our community and our world. These grants are for new or existing programs that meet the emerging and ever-changing needs of children. This grant is a partnership between the Hanson Family Foundation and the Berrien Community Foundation. Two $50,000 grants will be awarded to support children’s programming in the Benton Harbor, St. Joseph and/or Stevensville areas. What Kind of Programs? The needs of children in our community are always changing. Carolyn’s Kids will look for programs that improve the lives of children by: Meeting basic needsEnhancing educational experiencesAddressing mental and emotional well beingContributing to their safety and securityPreparing them for the future

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. This grant is open to 501c3 nonprofits, schools, churches doing community work and governmental agencies that wish to improve life for children and youth in the Benton Harbor, St. Joseph and/or Stevensville areas.Winning projects will include some or all of the following characteristics:Improve the lives of children and youth in Benton Harbor, St. Joseph and/or Stevensville areas.Be a single or multi-year project. (For example, the budget could be used as $25,000 per year for two years)$50,000 grant amount requested is a significant portion of the total project budget.Demonstrate collaboration or partnerships.Please submit only one grant application annually.