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

October 2026 (projected)

$6,850 available; typical awards range from $500–$3,000, one-year duration

Supports integrated arts and community projects that benefit children and families in need within Leelanau County.

--- ## Description The Genuine Leelanau Charitable Endowment provides grant funding for projects that support the wellbeing of children and families in Leelanau County, Michigan. Emphasizing integrated arts and creative programming, the fund aims to enhance the lives of youth and families in need through impactful community initiatives. Priority is given to projects that address arts and culture, community development, early childhood, education, food access, health and mental health, housing, human services, and youth development. --- ## Due Dates - October 2026 (anticipated/projected) *All dates are projected based on the annual cycle; check the program page for updates.* --- ## Funding Amount - Total available for the cycle: $6,850 - Typical grant awards: $500–$3,000 per project - Grant duration: One year --- ## Eligibility - Eligible applicants must be organizations serving Leelanau County or the Grand Traverse Band of Ottawa and Chippewa Indians. - Typical eligible organizations include 501(c)(3) nonprofits, educational institutions, and government units. - Projects must directly benefit children and families in need in Leelanau County. - Individuals are not eligible to apply. - Fiscal sponsorship is permitted if the applicant is not an eligible organization. --- ## Application Process - Applications are submitted through the [GTRCF Grants Portal](https://www.grantinterface.com/Home/Logon?urlkey=gtrcf). - Applicants must complete a short eligibility quiz to determine which opportunities they qualify for. - A separate application is required for each grant opportunity. - Applications should describe how the project aligns with the foundation’s vision of healthy, resilient, thriving communities and may reference the [Regional Scorecard](https://nwmicommunitydevelopment.org/scorecard/). - Final reports are required within one year of receiving the grant. --- ## Additional Information - Only projects that have not yet begun are eligible (no retroactive funding). - Grant partners are expected to demonstrate community impact and share outcomes with the foundation. - The Genuine Leelanau Charitable Endowment is one of several fall grant opportunities stewarded by the foundation. --- ## External Links - [Genuine Leelanau Charitable Endowment program page](https://www.gtrcf.org/grants/fall-grants.html) - [About the Endowment Fund](https://www.gtrcf.org/give/our-funds.html/50/) - [GTRCF Grants Portal](https://www.grantinterface.com/Home/Logon?urlkey=gtrcf) --- ## Contact Information | Type | Details | |---------|----------------------------------------------| | Email | [grants@gtrcf.org](mailto:grants@gtrcf.org) | | Phone | (231) 935-4066 | | Address | 800 Cottageview Dr, Suite 1040, Traverse City, MI 49684 | ---

Genuine Leelanau Charitable Endowment

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