Ice Mountain Environmental Stewardship Fund
This grant funds science-based projects that conserve, restore, and enhance the Muskegon River Watershed and its natural resources through research, restoration, and public engagement.
Funder: Fremont Area Community Foundation
Due Dates: July 15, 2026 (Full application deadline; annual, applications accepted June 1–July 15)
Funding Amounts: Up to $50,000 annually; typical awards range from $5,000–$20,000 per project.
Summary: Supports conservation, enhancement, and restoration projects benefiting the Muskegon River Watershed.
Description
The Ice Mountain Environmental Stewardship Fund provides grants to support projects that conserve, enhance, and restore the Muskegon River Watershed and its water-dependent natural resources. Established in 2002, the fund aims to sustain the watershed through activities such as habitat restoration, reversing environmental degradation, promoting responsible use through education, and fostering collaborative efforts that leverage additional funding. Projects may include resource restoration, public engagement, hazardous waste disposal, infrastructure planning, and initiatives benefiting local wildlife and communities.
