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

October 2026 (application deadline, projected)

$6,160 available; typical awards $2,000–$5,000, one-year grant period

Supports programs helping Traverse City youth avoid substance abuse and violence through prevention, outreach, and positive alternatives.

--- ## Description This grant supports initiatives aimed at helping young people in the Traverse City, Michigan area avoid substance abuse and violence. Funding is dedicated to fostering youth health and well-being by supporting programs that provide preventative education, outreach, and positive alternatives. The goal is to reduce risk factors, promote resilience, and contribute to a safer, healthier community for local youth. --- ## Due Dates - October 2026 (anticipated/projected application deadline) *All dates are projected based on the annual cycle; check the program page for updates.* --- ## Funding Amount - Approximately $6,160 available for the current cycle - Typical grant awards range from $2,000 to $5,000 - Grants are for a one-year project period --- ## Eligibility - Applicants must be organizations serving Grand Traverse County, Michigan - Eligible organizations typically include 501(c)(3) nonprofits, local units of government, educational institutions, and Native nations - Individuals are not eligible to apply - Projects must focus on preventing substance abuse and violence among youth in the Traverse City area --- ## Application Process - Applications are submitted through the [GTRCF Grants Portal](https://www.grantinterface.com/Home/Logon?urlkey=gtrcf) - Complete an eligibility quiz to determine which grant opportunities your organization qualifies for - Each grant requires a separate application - Applications must address alignment with the foundation’s vision for healthy, resilient, thriving communities and may reference objectives from the [Regional Scorecard](https://nwmicommunitydevelopment.org/scorecard/) - Final reports are required within one year of receiving the grant --- ## Additional Information - Applicants should review each endowment's specific focus and criteria to ensure a strong fit - Save your work regularly in the online application portal - Grant funds may not be used for work completed prior to the award --- ## External Links - [Program Page: Fall Grants – GTRCF](https://www.gtrcf.org/grants/fall-grants.html) - [GTRCF Grants Portal](https://www.grantinterface.com/Home/Logon?urlkey=gtrcf) - [Regional Scorecard (Community Development Coalition)](https://nwmicommunitydevelopment.org/scorecard/) - [About the Endowment Fund](https://www.gtrcf.org/give/our-funds.html/63/) --- ## Contact Information | Purpose | Contact | |--------------------|--------------------------------------| | General Inquiries | [grants@gtrcf.org](mailto:grants@gtrcf.org) | | Phone | (231) 935-4066 | | Foundation Contact | [Contact Form](https://www.gtrcf.org/contact/) |

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