[Grand Traverse Regional Community Foundation](https://www.gtrcf.org)

October 2026 (application deadline, projected)

$3,750 available; typical awards range from $500–$2,000 per grant

Supports youth programs in Grand Traverse and Leelanau Counties to foster healthy, resilient, and thriving communities.

--- ## Description This opportunity provides grant funding through the Boys and Girls Club of Grand Traverse Endowment to support youth-focused programs and initiatives in Grand Traverse and Leelanau Counties, Michigan. The endowment aims to enhance opportunities and services for young people, with the broader goal of fostering healthy, resilient, and thriving local communities. Grants are intended to bolster organizations delivering impactful youth initiatives and contributing to the well-being and development of local youth. --- ## Due Dates - October 2026 (application deadline, anticipated/projected) *All dates are projected based on the annual cycle; check the program page for updates.* --- ## Funding Amount - Total funding available: $3,750 (per cycle) - Typical grant awards: $500–$2,000 per organization --- ## Eligibility - Applicants must be organizations serving **Grand Traverse or Leelanau Counties**, including the Grand Traverse Band of Ottawa and Chippewa Indians. - Eligible organizations typically include nonprofits, educational institutions, and community groups focused on youth programming. - Projects must directly benefit youth in the specified counties. --- ## Application Process - Applications are submitted through the [Grants Portal](https://www.grantinterface.com/Home/Logon?urlkey=gtrcf). - Applicants must first complete a short eligibility quiz to determine qualification for available endowments. - A separate application is required for each grant opportunity, including the Boys and Girls Club of Grand Traverse Endowment. - Applicants should describe how their project aligns with the Foundation’s vision of “healthy, resilient, thriving communities, supported by a culture of generosity.” - Projects should also address objectives from the [Northwest Michigan Community Development Coalition’s Regional Scorecard](https://nwmicommunitydevelopment.org/scorecard/). - Grantees are required to submit a final report within one year of receiving funding. --- ## Additional Information - The endowment is part of the Foundation’s annual fall grants cycle, which supports a variety of community-focused programs. - Grant funds are limited and awards are competitive. --- ## External Links - [Program & Application Information](https://www.gtrcf.org/grants/fall-grants.html) - [Funder Homepage](https://www.gtrcf.org) - [Grants Portal (Application)](https://www.grantinterface.com/Home/Logon?urlkey=gtrcf) - [Regional Scorecard (Community Development Coalition)](https://nwmicommunitydevelopment.org/scorecard/) --- ## Contact Information | Contact | Email | Phone | Web Contact Form | |------------------------|------------------------------|-----------------|-------------------------------------------------------| | Grants Team, GTRCF | grants@gtrcf.org | (231) 935-4066 | [Contact Page](https://www.gtrcf.org/contact/) |

Boys and Girls Club of Grand Traverse Endowment

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