Community Gives Youth Service Program
The Community Gives Youth Service Program by Midland Area Community Foundation funds Midland County youth groups to complete priority projects through community volunteerism and service learning.
Funder: Midland Area Community Foundation
Due Dates: Rolling (apply any time; min. 2 weeks before project)
Funding Amounts: Up to $500 for groups of 5–9 youth | Up to $1,000 for groups of 10+ youth; one grant per group per year; funds awarded as available.
Summary: Supports Midland County K–12 youth groups’ priority projects in exchange for completing approved community volunteer activities.
Key Information: 2026 funds are nearly reserved; groups may still apply and volunteer.
Description
The Community Gives Youth Service Program, administered by the Midland Area Community Foundation, provides funding to school-aged youth groups in Midland County—including sports teams, extra-curricular groups, and service clubs—for priority projects. To earn funding, groups must complete a pre-approved community volunteer activity and submit a final report. The program is designed to foster inclusion, remove barriers to participation, and support organizational goals for youth. Emphasis is placed on the developmental benefits of youth volunteerism, including academic, social, and vocational growth.
