Funding Amount

Varies

Deadline

Rolling / Open

Grant Type

foundation

Overview

Community Grant Program

Geographic Scope: Otsego County, Michigan

Overview: A collaborative grant program that streamlines the grant-seeking process for nonprofits by using a common application reviewed by multiple funding partners. Since 2015, over $353,000 has been awarded to local organizations for projects and programs to advance their missions.

Funding Partners:

  • Kiwanis Club of Gaylord

  • Munson Healthcare Otsego Memorial Hospital

  • Otsego Community Foundation

  • Otsego County United Way

  • Otsego Wildlife Legacy Society

  • Rotary Club of Gaylord

  • Treetops Resort
  • Key Features:

  • Single application process reviewed by all funding partners

  • Applicants make brief presentations before potential funders

  • Funding can come from one or multiple partners

  • Over $106,000 awarded in 2019
  • Eligibility: Nonprofit organizations in Otsego County

    Contact Information:

  • Phone: (989) 731-0597

  • Email: karin@otsegofoundation.org

  • Address: 316 W Main Street, Gaylord, MI 49735

  • Hours: T-TH: 8 a.m. – 3 p.m. (M&F by appointment)
  • How to Apply

    Application Process

    • Application Type: Online submission
    • Platform: www.otsegofoundation.org
    • Required Materials:
    • - Common grant application form - Project description and budget - Brief presentation before funding partners (as part of review process)

    Information Sessions

    The foundation conducts grant-seeker information sessions for nonprofits considering applications. Participants hear from Community Grant Funding Partners and can ask questions.

    Contact for Questions

    Karin Beyer

  • Phone: (989) 731-0597

  • Email: karin@otsegofoundation.org
  • Focus Areas & Funding Uses

    Fields of Work

    nonprofitsfoundation

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