[Community Foundation of Monroe County](https://cfmonroe.org)

April 1, 2026 (Applications open; closing date not specified—see portal for updates)

Up to $5,000 per project; typically one-year awards

Supports community-driven projects that improve the lives of women and children in Monroe County.

Applications must be submitted through the CFMC online portal.

--- ## Description The GROW Grants for Women & Children program, managed by the Community Foundation of Monroe County (CFMC), funds initiatives that directly benefit women and children within Monroe County, Michigan. This annual grant opportunity is designed to empower local nonprofits and community organizations to address pressing needs through services, education, enrichment, and related efforts. Projects must demonstrate a clear, positive impact on women and/or children, with an emphasis on community-driven and locally-rooted solutions. --- ## Due Dates - Applications for the 2026 grant cycle open April 1, 2026. - No specific closing date is provided in the available information; applicants should check the [CFMC online portal](https://www.grantinterface.com/Home/Logon?urlkey=cfmonroe) for the latest submission deadline and timeline updates. --- ## Funding Amount - Maximum grant award: **Up to $5,000 per project** - Funding is typically for a one-year project cycle. --- ## Eligibility - Projects must **serve women and/or children in Monroe County, Michigan**. - Applicants are expected to be nonprofit organizations or entities eligible under CFMC’s general grantmaking standards (e.g., charitable purpose, community benefit). - All applications must clearly articulate the local benefit to women and children. - Additional eligibility criteria may be detailed within the online portal during the application process. --- ## Application Process 1. **Register Online:** Create or update your organizational profile in the [CFMC Online Grant Portal](https://www.grantinterface.com/Home/Logon?urlkey=cfmonroe). 2. **Access the Application:** Beginning April 1, 2026, select “GROW Grants for Women & Children” in the portal. 3. **Prepare Your Proposal:** Clearly describe how your project will improve the lives of women and/or children in Monroe County; request funding up to $5,000. 4. **Submit Required Documents:** Upload all necessary forms and documentation through the portal by the deadline (as listed in the portal). 5. **Grant Management:** If funded, use the portal for reporting and communication with CFMC. --- ## Additional Information - All applications for this grant must be submitted through the new online grant system. - The portal provides ongoing updates regarding deadlines, review periods, and award notifications. - Projects in any area (services, education, enrichment, etc.) are eligible if they clearly benefit women and/or children in Monroe County. --- ## External Links - [GROW Grants for Women & Children Program Page](https://cfmonroe.org/nonprofits) - [CFMC Online Grant Portal (Apply Here)](https://www.grantinterface.com/Home/Logon?urlkey=cfmonroe) - [Community Foundation of Monroe County Homepage](https://cfmonroe.org) - [CFMC Contact Page](https://cfmonroe.org/contact/) --- ## Contact Information | Name/Role | Email | Phone | |--------------------------|-------------------------------|-----------------| | General Inquiries | info@cfmonroe.org | (734) 242-1976 | | Grant Administrator | bnovak@cfmonroe.org | (734) 242-1976 | For technical assistance with the portal, contact the Grant Administrator.

GROW Grants for Women & Children

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