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

October 2026 (Full application deadline, projected)

Up to $5,000 per project; approximately $13,070 available annually

Supports projects that enhance the beauty and vitality of the Elk Rapids community.

--- ## Description The Elk Rapids Area Community Endowment provides annual grant funding to support initiatives that enhance the beauty, vitality, and well-being of the Elk Rapids community. Grants are intended for projects that contribute positively to community life, including public spaces, environmental improvements, and programs benefiting local residents and visitors. The endowment is part of the Grand Traverse Regional Community Foundation’s broader mission to foster healthy, resilient communities through impactful local projects. --- ## Due Dates - October 2026 (anticipated/projected full application deadline for Elk Rapids Area Community Endowment) *All dates are projected based on the annual cycle; check the program page for updates.* --- ## Funding Amount - Approximately $13,070 available in total funding per year - Individual grant awards of up to $5,000 will be considered --- ## Eligibility - Eligible applicants include organizations serving the Elk Rapids area and the Grand Traverse Band of Ottawa and Chippewa Indians. - Projects must provide public benefit and align with the endowment’s focus on enhancing the beauty and vitality of the Elk Rapids community. - Typical eligible organizations include nonprofits, government units, and groups with a clear community impact. --- ## Application Process - Applications are submitted online through the [Grants Portal](https://www.grantinterface.com/Home/Logon?urlkey=gtrcf). - Applicants must complete an eligibility quiz to determine which grant opportunities they qualify for. - A separate application is required for each opportunity, including the Elk Rapids Area Community Endowment. - Applicants should describe how their project aligns with the foundation’s vision for healthy, resilient, thriving communities and may be asked to address objectives from the [Northwest Michigan Community Development Coalition’s Regional Scorecard](https://nwmicommunitydevelopment.org/scorecard/). - Awardees will be required to submit a final report within one year of receiving funding. --- ## Additional Information - Grants may support a wide range of initiatives, such as landscaping improvements for parks, transportation to healthcare for residents, or other programs that benefit the public. - Review the endowment’s [detailed fund information](https://www.gtrcf.org/give/our-funds.html/40/) for more context on supported activities. --- ## External Links - [Program Page & Application Instructions](https://www.gtrcf.org/grants/fall-grants.html) - [Elk Rapids Area Community Endowment Fund Details](https://www.gtrcf.org/give/our-funds.html/40/) - [Grants Portal (Application)](https://www.grantinterface.com/Home/Logon?urlkey=gtrcf) - [Regional Scorecard Reference](https://nwmicommunitydevelopment.org/scorecard/) --- ## Contact Information | Contact | Email | Phone | Online Contact Form | |--------------------------|-------------------------------|-----------------|----------------------------------------------------------| | Grants Team (GTRCF) | grants@gtrcf.org | (231) 935-4066 | [Contact Page](https://www.gtrcf.org/contact/) |

Elk Rapids Area Community Endowment

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