How much funding does Grand Rapids Jaycees Foundation Grants provide?

The listing does not state a funding amount. Check the funder's announcement for specifics.

When is the deadline for Grand Rapids Jaycees Foundation Grants?

The funder has not published the next deadline; based on past cycles it is expected around December.

Who is eligible for Grand Rapids Jaycees Foundation Grants?

Geography: Within Kent County; Located within West Michigan. Required: 501(c)(3) tax-exempt status.

How often is Grand Rapids Jaycees Foundation Grants offered?

Grand Rapids Jaycees Foundation Grants runs on an annual cycle. The next deadline is expected December 15, 2026.

Grand Rapids Jaycees Foundation Grants

Grand Rapids Jaycees Foundation

Foundation Annual Grants for Nonprofits Grants for Youth Programs Grants for Arts Grants for Education

Funding Amount

Not stated

Deadline

Expected ~December

Based on past cycles

Grant Type

Foundation

Deadline history & next window

Cycle: Annual
Current deadline: December 15, 2026
Tracked since: April 2026

Deadlines typically fall in: December

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.

Geography

Within Kent County
Located within West Michigan

Required status

501(c)(3) tax-exempt status

Other requirements

Note: Specific application materials, required documents, and submission instructions were not detailed on the provided webpage.
Applicants should visit the grant applications page for complete submission requirements when applications open on November 1, 2026.

Overview

Geographic Scope: West Michigan, with grant proceeds to be used predominately within Kent County

Eligible Applicants: Qualified 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organizations located within West Michigan

Funding Focus: The foundation awards grants to support various community needs. Recent grant awards (2025 cycle) have supported:

Youth services and housing stability
Technology and equipment (computers, laptops, printers, AED units)
Arts and cultural programs
Environmental initiatives (sensory gardens, greenhouse structures)
Educational resources and literacy programs
Animal welfare
Therapeutic and wellness programs

Background:

2025 Grants Awarded: $57,921 total across 11 organizations
2024 Grants Awarded: $42,139 total across 8 organizations
Representative past recipients include Brookelyn Elias Promise, Casa of Kent County, Children's Healing Center, Code on Wheels, IKUS, Kent Intermediate Schools, New City Neighbors, WGVU Public Media, West MI Center for the Arts, Arts In Motion, Camp Casey, Ele's Place, Equest Center, Friends of GR Parks, Humane Society, Mel Trotter Ministries, HSB, and School Emergency Response Coalition

How to Apply

Application Process

Timeline:

Applications available: November 1, 2026
Deadline: December 15, 2026

Requirements:

Applicant must be a qualified 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization
Organization must be located within West Michigan
Grant proceeds should be used predominately within Kent County

Note: Specific application materials, required documents, and submission instructions were not detailed on the provided webpage. Applicants should visit the grant applications page for complete submission requirements when applications open on November 1, 2026.

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