[Dickinson Area Community Foundation](https://www.dickinsonareacommunityfoundation.org)

October 24, 2025 | October 1, 2026

~$92,900 available in 2026 cycle; individual fund awards typically range from ~$1,800 to $24,600; most grants are one-year.

Supports nonprofit-led projects in health, arts, environment, youth, food security, homelessness prevention, and veterans in Dickinson County and surrounding areas.

--- ## Description The Dickinson Area Community Foundation's Field of Interest Program Grants provide targeted funding for projects that address specific community needs in Dickinson County, Michigan, and neighboring regions. Supported by dedicated endowment funds, these grants enable nonprofit organizations and agencies to implement initiatives in areas such as civic improvement, health, fine arts, environmental enhancement, youth development, hunger relief, homelessness prevention, and veterans support. Each fund focuses on a distinct area, ensuring that resources are directed to projects that align with the fund's mission and local priorities. --- ## Due Dates - October 24, 2025: Full application deadline for the 2026 Field of Interest grant cycle - October 1, 2026: Projected application deadline for the 2027 Field of Interest grant cycle --- ## Funding Amount - Total available for 2026 cycle: approximately $92,900 - Individual fund awards range from ~$963 (Crystal Falls Community Project) to $24,642 (Forest Park Kellogg Youth Fund) - Example 2026 fund amounts: - MK & RJ Debelak Foodshare Fund: up to $10,000 (min. $6,000) - Civic Improvement Fund: $3,892 - Community Health Fund: $2,330 - Environmental Fund: $2,474 - Fine Arts Fund: $2,515 - Youth Advisory Council funds: $24,129–$24,642 - Veterans Assistance Fund: $1,801 - Most grants are for one year --- ## Eligibility - 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations, agencies, and other non-taxable entities (e.g., schools, churches, city governments) - Applicants must be located in or provide services to Dickinson County, MI, or surrounding Michigan and Wisconsin areas - Some funds have specific geographic or program focus (e.g., food programs in Dickinson County, youth projects in Crystal Falls, etc.) - Grants are not awarded to individuals --- ## Application Process - Download the application form from the [grant program page](https://www.dickinsonareacommunityfoundation.org/field-of-interest-grant-cycle) - Complete the form and submit with required documents to the Dickinson Area Community Foundation by the deadline - Review the specific eligibility and focus of each fund before applying - Grant recipients are required to submit a final report by the end of the grant period (see [final report form](https://www.dickinsonareacommunityfoundation.org/_files/ugd/a44810_884312a7d689428787d27b3e3498b1e6.pdf)) - Contact the foundation with questions prior to submission --- ## Additional Information - The grant cycle typically opens in September each year, with applications due in October - Some funds have minimum or maximum award amounts (e.g., Debelak Foodshare Fund has a $6,000 minimum) - Projects must align with the specific mission of the chosen fund - Final project reports and financial documentation are required --- ## External Links - [Program Overview and Funds](https://www.dickinsonareacommunityfoundation.org/field-of-interest-program-grants) - [Current Grant Cycle and Application](https://www.dickinsonareacommunityfoundation.org/field-of-interest-grant-cycle) - [Final Report Form (PDF)](https://www.dickinsonareacommunityfoundation.org/_files/ugd/a44810_884312a7d689428787d27b3e3498b1e6.pdf) - [Funder Home Page](https://www.dickinsonareacommunityfoundation.org) - [Contact Page](https://www.dickinsonareacommunityfoundation.org/contact-us) --- ## Contact Information | Type | Details | |-------------------|-------------------------------------------------------------| | Email | [information@dickinsonareacf.org](mailto:information@dickinsonareacf.org) | | Phone | 906-774-3131 | | Address | 220A East Hughitt Street, Iron Mountain, MI 49801 | | Contact Form | [Online Contact Form](https://www.dickinsonareacommunityfoundation.org/contact-us) |

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