Fund for Community Good
The Fund for Community Good from Grand Rapids Community Foundation supports equity-driven research and initiatives in education, health, environment, arts, neighborhoods, and economic prosperity in Kent County, Michigan.
Funder: Grand Rapids Community Foundation
Due Dates: Rolling (Pre-applications accepted year-round)
Funding Amounts: Typical awards range from $5,000 to $800,000; multi-year funding may be considered.
Summary: Supports equity-driven initiatives in Kent County, Michigan, across education, health, environment, arts, neighborhoods, and economic prosperity.
Key Information: Pre-application required; allow at least 90 days from submission to funding decision.
Description
The Fund for Community Good, administered by the Grand Rapids Community Foundation, is the foundation’s unrestricted grantmaking vehicle supporting organizations and initiatives advancing equity and justice in Kent County, Michigan. Funding priorities include education, health, environment, arts and social engagement, neighborhoods, and economic prosperity. The fund centers anti-racist practices and seeks partners committed to dismantling systemic barriers and amplifying the voices of historically marginalized communities. Grants are available for both programmatic and systems-change work, with a particular emphasis on community-led, collaborative, and sustainable approaches.
