Fund for Community Good
The Fund for Community Good supports research-driven projects advancing equity and justice in Kent County, MI, across education, health, environment, arts, neighborhoods, and economic prosperity.
Funder: Grand Rapids Community Foundation
Due Dates: Rolling (Pre-applications accepted year-round)
Funding Amounts: Typical annual pool: ~$2.25M (Fund for Community Good); awards range from $5,000–$800,000; multi-year funding possible.
Summary: Supports organizations advancing equity and justice in Kent County, Michigan, across education, health, environment, arts, neighborhoods, and economic prosperity.
Key Information: Minimum 90 days from pre-application to funding decision; primary focus is Kent County, MI.
Description
The Fund for Community Good, managed by the Grand Rapids Community Foundation, invests in nonprofit partners, government entities, and groups with fiscal sponsors who are committed to advancing equity and justice, particularly with an anti-racist focus. The Foundation supports a wide range of community initiatives, including but not limited to education, health, environment, arts and cultural engagement, neighborhoods, and economic prosperity. Funding is delivered through both unrestricted and field of interest funds, with a strong emphasis on projects that address systemic inequities and empower those most affected by disparities. The Foundation has a longstanding history of grantmaking in Kent County, Michigan, and continually adapts its approach to meet the evolving needs of the community.
