Apply for a Grant
Mt. Pleasant Area Community Foundation's 'Apply for a Grant' supports research-driven projects addressing local needs in education, health, economic development, and community engagement in Isabella County, MI.
Funder: Mt. Pleasant Area Community Foundation
Due Dates: May 6, 2026 (Community Grantmaking Cycle 1 Application) | August 26, 2026 (Community Grantmaking Cycle 2 Letter of Intent) | September 2, 2026 (Community Grantmaking Cycle 2 Application) | October 31, 2026 (Youth Mini-Grant Application)
Funding Amounts: No set minimum/maximum; typical community grants range $1,000–$10,000; youth mini-grants up to $300.
Summary: Supports nonprofit, school, and government-led projects benefiting Isabella County, MI, with a focus on community needs, youth, and priority areas.
Key Information: Maximum two proposals per organization per cycle; all applications must be submitted online.
Description
The Mt. Pleasant Area Community Foundation (MPACF) manages over 300 endowed funds to support a wide range of charitable programs and projects that benefit residents of Isabella County, Michigan. The Foundation awards grants through competitive community cycles and a youth mini-grant program, matching applications to the most appropriate funding sources. Priority is given to projects addressing early care and education, basic needs and economic development, health and wellbeing, and community engagement. Funding decisions are overseen by the Foundation’s Board of Trustees to ensure alignment with community priorities and donor intent.
