The North Bank Communities Fund supports science, education, and recreation projects in Ottawa County’s north bank areas through grants from the Grand Haven Area Community Foundation.
Funder: Grand Haven Area Community Foundation
Due Dates (Anticipated): August 2026 (Fall) | March 2027 (Spring)
Funding Amounts: Typical awards vary; over $275,000 granted since 1990.
Summary: Supports projects enhancing environment, education, and recreation in Ottawa County’s north bank communities through biannual grants.
The North Bank Communities Fund (NBCF), administered by the Grand Haven Area Community Foundation, is dedicated to supporting the long-term vitality of the Village of Spring Lake, Spring Lake Township, the City of Ferrysburg, and other north bank communities in Ottawa County, Michigan. Established in 1990, the fund seeks to enhance the environment, promote educational opportunities, and improve recreational resources in the region. NBCF offers biannual grant cycles and has awarded more than $275,000 to initiatives that contribute to the well-being and enrichment of the north bank area.