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

October 1, 2026 (Fall Grants application deadline; applications open August 15–October 1)

$1,200 available; typical awards range from $500–$1,500 per project

Supports projects benefiting children and youth in the Kingsley area to foster healthy, resilient, and thriving communities.

--- ## Description The Kingsley Community Endowment provides grant funding to support children and youth in the Kingsley area, with the goal of enhancing well-being and development. The grant aims to foster healthy, resilient, and thriving local communities by supporting initiatives that align with a vision of community vitality and generosity. Projects should positively impact the lives of young people and contribute to a culture of generosity and community development. --- ## Due Dates - October 1, 2026: Fall Grants application deadline (applications open August 15–October 1) All dates are projected based on the annual cycle; check the program page for updates. --- ## Funding Amount - Total available for 2026: $1,200 - Typical award size: $500–$1,500 per project --- ## Eligibility - Open to organizations serving the Kingsley area and the Grand Traverse Band of Ottawa and Chippewa Indians. - Eligible applicants include 501(c)(3) nonprofits, Native nations, local government units, and educational institutions. - Projects must benefit children and youth in the Kingsley area. - Individuals are not eligible to apply. - Each grant opportunity has specific focus and criteria; applicants must review to ensure fit. --- ## Application Process - Applications are submitted via the [Grants Portal](https://www.grantinterface.com/Home/Logon?urlkey=gtrcf). - Complete a short eligibility quiz to determine which opportunities your organization qualifies for. - Submit a separate application for each eligible opportunity, including the Kingsley Community Endowment. - Applications must describe how the project aligns with the Foundation’s vision of healthy, resilient, thriving communities supported by generosity. - Applicants should address how their project may influence objectives on the [Regional Scorecard](https://nwmicommunitydevelopment.org/scorecard/). - Save your work as you progress through the application. - Grant partners are required to submit a final report within a year of receiving an award. --- ## Additional Information - The Kingsley Community Endowment is part of the Grand Traverse Regional Community Foundation’s Fall Grants cycle, which includes multiple endowments. - Traverse City Track Club Endowment grant applications must be submitted separately and are not included in this process. --- ## External Links - [Fall Grants Program Page](https://www.gtrcf.org/grants/fall-grants.html) - [Kingsley Community Endowment Fund Information](https://www.gtrcf.org/give/our-funds.html/86/) - [Grants Portal (Application)](https://www.grantinterface.com/Home/Logon?urlkey=gtrcf) - [Regional Scorecard](https://nwmicommunitydevelopment.org/scorecard/) --- ## Contact Information | Type | Details | |-------------|----------------------------------------------| | Email | [grants@gtrcf.org](mailto:grants@gtrcf.org) | | Phone | (231) 935-4066 | | Foundation | [Grand Traverse Regional Community Foundation](https://www.gtrcf.org/contact/) |

Kingsley Community Endowment

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