Jim Tompkins Endowment
The Jim Tompkins Endowment funds programs in Traverse City that foster growth, development, and positive opportunities for local youth through community-based initiatives.
Funder: Grand Traverse Regional Community Foundation
Due Dates (Anticipated): August 2026 (application window opens) | October 2026 (application window closes/full application deadline)
Funding Amounts: $83,610 available; typical awards range from $2,500–$10,000 per project.
Summary: 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.
