Community Impact Grants Program
Community Impact Grants Program supports nonprofits and community programs in Northwest Ottawa County, funding work across six priorities to improve quality of life and strengthen nonprofit capacity.
This grant was recently updated
The spring–fall 2026 schedule was replaced by winter–summer 2027 dates: pre-applications November 4, February 3 and May 5; applications January 6, March 24 and June 30, respectively. Award notifications shift from early June, September and December 2026 to late February, May and August 2027.
Funder: Grand Haven Area Community Foundation
Due Dates: November 4, 2026 (Winter pre-application) | January 6, 2027 (Winter application) | February 3, 2027 (Spring pre-application) | March 24, 2027 (Spring application) | May 5, 2027 (Summer pre-application) | June 30, 2027 (Summer application)
Funding Amounts: Past support includes $234,507 over five years for Ottawa County’s Diversity & Inclusion office
Summary: Supports programs and nonprofits that improve quality of life and strengthen nonprofit capacity in Northwest Ottawa County across six priority areas.
Key Information: Connect with the Grants and Program Team before starting the pre-application form.
Description
The Grand Haven Area Community Foundation’s Community Impact Grants Program makes strategic investments in programs and nonprofits working within or with Northwest Ottawa County communities and people. It supports work that enhances quality of life and promotes a healthy, inclusive, collaborative, and diverse community, while increasing the capacity of the nonprofit sector.
The program organizes its investments around six priorities: Arts & Culture; Health & Human Services; Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion; Education; Economic & Community Betterment; and Environment. These priorities guide support for local programs and projects, including efforts to expand access to services and opportunities, address underserved populations’ needs, strengthen community belonging, and foster collaboration.
