Housing Solutions Grantmaking
Housing Solutions Grantmaking supports housing organizations with pre-development and capacity-building work to expand year-round housing across price points in Charlevoix County.
Funder: Charlevoix County Community Foundation
Due Dates: Rolling applications | December 15, 2026 (Annual final deadline)
Funding Amounts: Grants up to $25,000 encouraged; one-year grant period; cash contribution required
Summary: Supports pre-development and organizational capacity building to expand year-round housing across price points in Charlevoix County.
Key Information: Applicants must discuss eligibility with Ashley Cousens before receiving access to the online application.
Description
The Charlevoix County Community Foundation’s Housing Solutions Fund supports work to increase the supply of housing units across a variety of price points in Charlevoix County. It focuses on removing barriers at the pre-development stage and partnering with others to leverage resources. Priorities include mixed-income neighborhoods and developments, greater housing choice, and development compatible with local goals and objectives.
The fund supports pre-development activities and capacity building for housing organizations. Eligible projects benefit year-round residents and maintain affordability beyond the first occupant on some or all units. Evaluation considers benefits to households earning up to 120% of area median income (AMI), accessibility for differently abled residents, proximity to community resources, and the project’s ability to strengthen the organization or community.
