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

August 2026 (application window opens) | October 2026 (application window closes/full application deadline)

$83,610 available; typical awards range from $2,500–$10,000 per project.

Supports programs and projects benefiting youth in Traverse City, fostering growth, development, and positive opportunities for local young people.

--- ## Description The Jim Tompkins Endowment provides grant funding to organizations delivering programs and projects that benefit youth in Traverse City. The endowment is dedicated to enhancing the lives of young people by supporting initiatives that foster growth, development, and positive opportunities within the community. Funds are distributed through the Grand Traverse Regional Community Foundation’s annual fall grants cycle, with a focus on supporting youth-centered efforts and services. --- ## Due Dates - August 2026: Application window opens (anticipated/projected) - October 2026: Application window closes / Full application deadline (anticipated/projected) *All dates are projected based on the annual cycle; check the program page for updates.* --- ## Funding Amount - Total available funding: $83,610 (subject to annual adjustment) - Typical award size: $2,500–$10,000 per grant --- ## Eligibility - Eligible applicants are organizations serving Traverse City and the Grand Traverse Band of Ottawa and Chippewa Indians. - Projects must directly benefit youth in Traverse City. - Applicants must be nonprofit organizations, local units of government, educational institutions, or Native nations. - Individuals are not eligible to apply. - Projects must align with the foundation’s vision of supporting healthy, resilient, thriving communities. --- ## Application Process - Applications are submitted through the [Grants Portal](https://www.grantinterface.com/Home/Logon?urlkey=gtrcf). - Begin by completing a short eligibility quiz to determine suitable grant opportunities. - Submit a separate application for the Jim Tompkins Endowment if eligible. - Applications should address how the project aligns with the foundation’s vision and, where applicable, reference objectives from the [Northwest Michigan Community Development Coalition’s Regional Scorecard](https://nwmicommunitydevelopment.org/scorecard/). - Save your work frequently in the portal to avoid data loss. - Grant partners are required to submit a final report within one year of receiving funding. --- ## Additional Information - The Jim Tompkins Endowment is part of the Grand Traverse Regional Community Foundation’s fall grants cycle, which supports a broad range of community needs. - The application process is competitive and requires clear demonstration of impact on youth in the Traverse City area. --- ## External Links - [Program Page & Application Instructions](https://www.gtrcf.org/grants/fall-grants.html) - [Funder Homepage](https://www.gtrcf.org) - [Grants Portal](https://www.grantinterface.com/Home/Logon?urlkey=gtrcf) - [Regional Scorecard](https://nwmicommunitydevelopment.org/scorecard/) --- ## Contact Information | Purpose | Contact | |--------------------|----------------------------------| | General Inquiries | [grants@gtrcf.org](mailto:grants@gtrcf.org) | | Phone | (231) 935-4066 | | Funder Contact Page| [Contact Form](https://www.gtrcf.org/contact/) |

Jim Tompkins Endowment

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