The Community Impact Grant funds innovative, collaborative projects that benefit communities in Alcona, Alpena, Montmorency, or Presque Isle County, Michigan.
Funder: Community Foundation for Northeast Michigan
Due Dates: July 15, 2026 | January 15, 2027 | July 15, 2025 | January 15, 2026
Funding Amounts: Up to $5,000 per application cycle; awards typically paid within one year of approval.
Summary: Supports innovative projects that significantly benefit communities in Alcona, Alpena, Montmorency, or Presque Isle County, Michigan.
The Community Impact Grant from the Community Foundation for Northeast Michigan provides funding for projects that deliver substantial benefits to the communities of Alcona, Alpena, Montmorency, or Presque Isle County. The grant is designed to support new, dynamic initiatives—especially those that demonstrate collaboration and additional funding support from other organizations. Applications for routine operating expenses or requests for ongoing, sustained funding are generally discouraged. Funding decisions are made by a board committee and must receive final approval from the Board of Trustees. Grants are intended for future projects only and are distributed within a year of approval.