[Berrien Community Foundation](https://www.berriencommunity.org)

May 2026 (Letter of Intent, projected)

$75,000 total, paid over three years; one grant awarded annually

Supports Berrien County nonprofits with projects that enhance long-term organizational sustainability and employee well-being.

--- ## Description This grant, offered by the Berrien Community Foundation, is designed to strengthen nonprofit organizations serving Berrien County, Michigan, by supporting projects that promote long-term organizational sustainability. The focus is on creative and sustainable strategies that improve employee well-being and organizational resilience, with benefits extending beyond the three-year grant period. Program-related expenses are not eligible; instead, the emphasis is on organizational capacity and staff support. --- ## Due Dates - May 2026 (Letter of Intent, anticipated/projected) *All dates are projected based on the annual cycle; check the program page for updates.* --- ## Funding Amount - $75,000 total per awardee - Funding is disbursed over three years - Only one grant is awarded annually --- ## Eligibility - Applicants must be nonprofit organizations serving Berrien County, Michigan. - The project must focus on organizational sustainability and employee well-being, not program-related expenses. - Examples of eligible projects include initiatives to provide employee benefits, hire staff for organizational growth, or implement staff wellness and retention programs. --- ## Application Process 1. **Letter of Intent:** Submit a letter of intent (max two pages, double spaced) online. The letter should include: - Agency overview - Total amount requested - Project overview - Why and how the project will positively impact employees - How the project is sustainable over time 2. **Invitation to Apply:** Selected applicants will be invited to submit a full grant proposal. 3. **Award Announcement:** The winning project is typically announced at the Berrien Community Foundation Annual Meeting in October. - Application portal: [Submit Letter of Intent](https://goapply2.akoyago.com/BERRIEN/Identity/Account/Login?ReturnUrl=/BERRIEN) --- ## Additional Information - The grant is intended to foster long-term organizational health, not to fund direct service programs. - Previous recipients have used funds for employee benefits, hiring development staff, and staff training or wellness initiatives. --- ## External Links - [Grant Program Page](https://www.berriencommunity.org/alamar) - [Berrien Community Foundation Home](https://www.berriencommunity.org) - [Contact Page](https://www.berriencommunity.org/contact-us) - [Grant Application Portal](https://goapply2.akoyago.com/BERRIEN/Identity/Account/Login?ReturnUrl=/BERRIEN) --- ## Contact Information | Type | Details | |-----------------|----------------------------------------------------| | Phone | 269-983-3304 | | Contact Form | [Contact Berrien Community Foundation](https://www.berriencommunity.org/contact-us) | ---

Alamar Nonprofit Sustainability Grant

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