The Geographic Enrichment Grant supports innovative, collaborative projects that address community needs and enhance quality of life in Beaver Island, Boyne City, Charlevoix, and East Jordan.
Funder: Charlevoix County Community Foundation
Due Dates: October 1, 2026 (Full application deadline; annual cycle)
Funding Amounts: No set minimum or maximum; applicants request based on project needs. Typical grant period is one year.
Summary: Supports innovative, community-focused projects in Beaver Island, Boyne City, Charlevoix, and East Jordan to address local needs and enhance quality of life.
The Geographic Enrichment Grant Cycle, administered by the Charlevoix County Community Foundation, is designed to fund projects and programs that directly address the needs and enrich the communities of Beaver Island, Boyne City, Charlevoix, and East Jordan. The grant encourages collaborative proposals, new approaches to emerging or existing needs, and projects with long-term positive impact. Proposals are evaluated for organizational impact, capacity, ability to strengthen both the applicant and the community, and the comprehensiveness of proposed activities. The program emphasizes innovative solutions, prevention, and the avoidance of duplicative services to make a lasting difference in Charlevoix County.