Community Foundation of Marquette County - Competitive Grant Cycle

Q: How much funding does Community Foundation of Marquette County - Competitive Grant Cycle provide?

Funding amounts vary. Check the grant details for specifics.

Q: When is the deadline for Community Foundation of Marquette County - Competitive Grant Cycle?

This grant has a rolling deadline or the deadline has not been announced.

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF MARQUETTE

Foundation Annual Grants for Nonprofits Community Development Grants Seed Grants

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Funding Amount

Varies

Deadline

Rolling / Open

Grant Type

foundation

Overview

Community Foundation of Marquette County - Competitive Grant Cycle

Geographic Scope: Marquette County, Michigan

Focus Areas: Grants focus on improving the quality of life for citizens of Marquette County. The foundation considers grants for innovative projects and community needs.

Funding Priorities: In reviewing grant applications, the foundation gives careful consideration to:

The potential impact of the request and the number of people who will benefit

An imaginative and experimental approach

The extent of local volunteer involvement and support for the project

The commitment and composition of the requesting organization's directors and trustees

Assist with innovative projects that might not otherwise receive financial support

The organization's fiscal responsibility and management qualifications

The possibility of using the grant as seed money for matching funds from other sources

The ability of the organization to obtain the necessary additional funding to implement the project

The ability of the organization to provide ongoing funding after the term of the grant has expired

The fulfillment of widely perceived community needs

The degree to which the applicant works with or complements the services of other community organizations in an attempt to eliminate duplication of services

Affiliate Funds: Grants are distributed through five Affiliate Boards: Big Bay, Greater Ishpeming Area, Negaunee Area, Marquette Area, and the Gwinn-Sawyer Area. These boards help to discover needs and distribute funds in each area.

Contact Information:
Community Foundation of Marquette County
228 W. Washington St. Suite 6
Marquette, MI 49855
906.226.7666
Email available on website