Freshwater Future Grants for MLSA Member Lake Associations
Funding Amount
Up to 75% of service costs (requiring 25% match from applicant)
Deadline
Deadline not published
Grant Type
Foundation
Can we apply?
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Other requirements
- MLSA (Michigan Lake and Stream Associations) member lake associations
- Lake organizations wanting to increase effectiveness
- Strategic plan development
- Board training on financial management
Overview
Award: Up to 75% of service costs (applicant provides 25% match)
Maximum Grants: Up to 3 grants available
Geographic Scope: Michigan (MLSA members)
Eligible Applicants:
- MLSA (Michigan Lake and Stream Associations) member lake associations
- Lake organizations wanting to increase effectiveness
Eligible Services:
- Strategic plan development
- Board training on financial management
- Fundraising plan development
- Organizational development
- Other technical assistance services
Funder Background:
- Executive Director: Jill Ryan
- Staff has over 60 years of combined experience in protecting rivers, lakes, and wetlands
- Focus on collaboration for aquatic invasive species control and water resource protection
Contact Information:
- Phone: 231.348.8200
- Website: www.freshwaterfuture.org
- Click on "services" for more details
How to Apply
Application Process
- Contact Freshwater Future at 231.348.8200
- Visit www.freshwaterfuture.org and click on "services"
- Inquire about service offerings and grant eligibility
- Discuss potential projects and organizational needs
- Submit application materials (specific requirements not detailed in source)
What Michigan Lakes and Streams actually gave
Source: IRS Form 990, 2024 — the most recent filing with itemized grants
- Grants in 2024
- 1
- Total given
- $5,000
- Median grant
- $5,000
- By dollars: Michigan 100%. Top recipient cities: Allendale, MI.
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