How much funding does Community Grants provide?

Community Grants provides Up to $18,000 in funding.

When is the deadline for Community Grants?

The funder has not published a deadline for this grant.

Who is eligible for Community Grants?

Eligible applicants: Charitable nonprofit organizations; Schools; Units of government.

How often is Community Grants offered?

Community Grants runs on a twice a year cycle.

Community Grants

Mt Pleasant Area Community Fnd

Foundation Semi-annual Grants for Nonprofits Human & Social Service Grants Grants for Arts Grants for Education

Funding Amount

Up to $18,000

Deadline

Deadline not published

Grant Type

Foundation

Deadline history & next window

Cycle: Twice a year
Tracked since: April 2026

Source: the cycle recorded on this listing. Confirm dates with the funder.

Can we apply?

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

Eligible organizations

Charitable nonprofit organizations
Schools
Units of government

Overview

Geographic Scope: Isabella County, Michigan

Mission: Enhance the quality of life for all citizens of Isabella County, now and for generations to come, by attracting and holding permanent endowed funds from a wide range of donors, addressing needs through grant making and providing leadership on key community issues.

Focus Areas:

Human services
Cultural arts
Education
Recreational activities
Environmental issues
Civic affairs
Childcare
Food and shelter
Mental health services
Clothing and books
Medical support for families
Autism services

Eligibility:

Charitable nonprofit organizations
Schools
Units of government

Award Information:

Up to $18,000 per grant
Nearly $145,000 awarded in fall 2024 to nearly two dozen grants
Approximately $125,961 awarded in 2020 to 24 organizations
Nearly $59,000 awarded in competitive grants (July 2020)

Grant Frequency: Twice a year (semi-annual)

Process:

Applications assessed by Grants Review Committee
Voted on by Board of Trustees
Funded by investment earnings on more than 330 endowments created by local donors

Contact Information:

Mt. Pleasant Area Community Foundation
306 South University Avenue
Mount Pleasant, MI 48858
Phone: (989) 773-7322
Website: mpacf.org

Funding Sources: Multiple endowed funds including:

Community Impact Fund
Kellogg Youth Fund
Women's Initiative Fund
Isabella County Health Improvement Fund
Various named family and community funds

How to Apply

Visit mpacf.org for complete grant guidelines and application requirements
Submit application materials to the Foundation
Applications are assessed by the Grants Review Committee
Board of Trustees votes on approved applications
Grants are awarded twice per year

For specific application deadlines and detailed instructions, contact the Foundation at (989) 773-7322 or visit the website.

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What Mt Pleasant Area Community Fnd actually gave

Source: IRS Form 990, 2025

Grants in 2025: 24
Total given: $518K
Median grant: $13K
Range: $5,971–$109K

By dollars: Michigan 100%. Top recipient cities: Mt Pleasant, MI; Shepherd, MI; Midland, MI.
21% of grants with a stated purpose were for general or operating support.
38% of recipients were new grantees, not repeat recipients.