Michael Madeline Island Fund Grant

Michael Madeline Island Fund Grant

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: Boreal Waters Community Foundation
Amount: US $500 - US $5,000
Last Updated: January 19, 2026

Summary

The Michael Madeline Island Fund Grant aims to enhance the quality of life on Madeline Island by supporting nonprofit organizations that focus on educational opportunities, environmental preservation, human services, and cultural heritage. It encourages collaborative funding efforts and prioritizes projects benefiting children and youth. Eligible organizations include those classified as charitable under IRS guidelines and those serving Madeline Island residents. Key examples of funded projects include educational programs and health access initiatives.

Overview

Mission The fund sustains the quality of life on Madeline Island through support of nonprofit organizations located on or serving Madeline Island. The fund provides assistance to these project types: educational opportunities, the environment, human services and historical or cultural preservation. The fund encourages co-sponsorship or co-funding of projects, such as by corporations, regional foundations, individuals and/or organizations. Examples The following are representative but not exclusive examples of projects: Educational programs that emphasize environmental, historical and cultural awareness Projects and/or programs directly relating to La Pointe School students, preschool students and summer families’ children Projects and/or programs that enhance access to health care and promote a healthy lifestyle for all Madeline Island residents Training and equipment to provide for safety and well-being Education and educational materials Programs and/or projects that enhance Madeline Island residents’ cultural life through visual arts, music and/or history

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. To be eligible to apply for funding, an organization must:Be classified as a charitable organization under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code or classified as an organization under Section 170(c)(1) of the Internal Revenue Code or have a fiscal sponsor classified as a charitable organization under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code or an organization under Section 170(c)(1) of the Internal Revenue Code Be located on or provide service to residents of Madeline Island

Ineligibility

Ongoing program support is low priority.