The Flint Neighborhoods Small Grants Program funds resident-led research and science projects to address Flint’s neighborhood challenges, supported by the Community Foundation of Greater Flint.
Funder: Community Foundation of Greater Flint
Due Dates (Anticipated): June 2027
Funding Amounts: Typically up to several thousand dollars per project; over $2.2 million granted to 377 organizations since inception.
Summary: Supports resident-led groups in Flint to develop projects that address local issues and strengthen neighborhoods.
The Flint Neighborhoods Small Grants Program, administered by the Community Foundation of Greater Flint, is designed to empower citizen-based groups and organizations in moderate to low-income neighborhoods throughout Flint, Michigan. The program funds projects that address urgent local issues, foster partnerships with community institutions, and nurture neighborhood leadership. Its goal is to enable residents to drive positive change, encouraging ongoing engagement and pride in their communities. Since its inception, the program has provided over $2.2 million in grants to 377 organizations, focusing on resident-led, grassroots solutions.