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Emerging Leaders United Microgrant Fund

Q: How much funding does Emerging Leaders United Microgrant Fund provide?

Emerging Leaders United Microgrant Fund provides Approximately $3,000-$5,000 per award (based on historical data showing $30,000+ distributed to 8 nonprofits over 5 years) in funding.

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Funding Amount

Approximately $3,000-$5,000 per award (based on historical data showing $30,000+ distributed to 8 nonprofits over 5 years)

Deadline

Rolling / Open

Grant Type

foundation

Overview

Emerging Leaders United Microgrant Fund

Overview: A grassroots philanthropy initiative administered by Heart of West Michigan United Way's Emerging Leaders United (ELU) group that supports small, local nonprofits making a difference in West Michigan communities.

Geographic Scope: West Michigan (Allegan, Kent, and Ottawa counties)

Focus Areas:

Education

Youth empowerment and development

Mental health and wellness

Family support services

Homelessness prevention

Equine/therapeutic learning programs

Program History:

Celebrating 5 years of funding (as of 2024)

Distributed more than $30,000 to 8 deserving local nonprofits since inception

2024 recipients: Girls Growing II Women and The Barn for Equine Learning

Eligibility:

Small, local nonprofit organizations

Organizations serving West Michigan region

Additional Benefits:

Beyond funding, recipients gain opportunities to engage with emerging and young professionals throughout West Michigan for volunteer service and further engagement

Contact Information:

For more information: www.hwmuw.org/emergingleaders

Kevin Nelson, Sr. Donor Development Manager

Logan Waller, Treasurer of ELU and Microgrant Fund Chair

Background:
The Microgrant Fund reflects ELU's commitment as the next generation of philanthropists to invest in organizations tackling community's most pressing issues. The initiative demonstrates grassroots philanthropy principles and provides a pathway of hope for local organizations.