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

August 15, 2026 (Application opens) | October 1, 2026 (Application deadline)

$7,140 available; typical awards range from $500–$3,000 per project/program

Supports programs that improve the health and well-being of youth and seniors in select Northwest Michigan counties.

--- ## Description The Healthy Youth and Healthy Seniors Endowment, managed by the Grand Traverse Regional Community Foundation, provides targeted funding for programs or projects that enhance the physical, mental, or social health of youth and/or seniors. The grant aims to foster healthier, more resilient communities by supporting impactful initiatives within Antrim, Benzie, Grand Traverse, Kalkaska, and Leelanau Counties, as well as the Grand Traverse Band of Ottawa and Chippewa Indians. Funding is intended for organizations addressing the unique health needs of these populations, contributing to the Foundation’s vision of thriving, generous communities. --- ## Due Dates - August 15, 2026: Application window opens for Fall Grants (Healthy Youth and Healthy Seniors Endowment) - October 1, 2026: Application window closes / Full application deadline for Fall Grants --- ## Funding Amount - Total available for this cycle: $7,140 - Typical individual grant awards: $500–$3,000 per project/program --- ## Eligibility - Organizations must serve at least one of the following areas: - Antrim County - Benzie County - Grand Traverse County - Kalkaska County - Leelanau County - Grand Traverse Band of Ottawa and Chippewa Indians - Eligible applicants include nonprofit organizations and public agencies. - Projects must focus on improving the health of youth and/or seniors. --- ## Application Process - Applications are accepted via the [Grants Portal](https://www.grantinterface.com/Home/Logon?urlkey=gtrcf) between August 15 and October 1. - Applicants must complete an eligibility quiz to determine qualification for this and other Foundation grants. - A separate application is required for each grant opportunity. - Applicants should describe how their project aligns with the vision: “We envision healthy, resilient, thriving communities, supported by a culture of generosity.” - Applicants should address how their project may influence objectives on the [Northwest Michigan Community Development Coalition’s Regional Scorecard](https://nwmicommunitydevelopment.org/scorecard/). - Save your work frequently during the application process. - Grant recipients will be required to submit a final report within a year of award. --- ## Additional Information - The Traverse City Track Club Endowment has a separate application process and is not included in the regular Fall Grants cycle. - Final reports are used to assess project outcomes and share successes with the community. --- ## External Links - [Fall Grants Program Details](https://www.gtrcf.org/grants/fall-grants.html) - [Healthy Youth and Healthy Seniors Endowment Info](https://www.gtrcf.org/give/our-funds.html/73/) - [Grants Portal (Application)](https://www.grantinterface.com/Home/Logon?urlkey=gtrcf) - [Northwest Michigan Regional Scorecard](https://nwmicommunitydevelopment.org/scorecard/) --- ## Contact Information | Type | Details | |-----------|-------------------------------------------| | Email | [grants@gtrcf.org](mailto:grants@gtrcf.org) | | Phone | (231) 935-4066 | | Web Form | [Contact Page](https://www.gtrcf.org/contact/) | ---

Healthy Youth and Healthy Seniors Endowment

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