[Jackson Community Foundation](https://www.jacksoncf.org)

March 2027 (Full application deadline, projected)

Up to $20,000 per award; amount depends on grant type and organizational budget.

Supports Jackson County nonprofits, schools, and agencies with funding for short-term operating needs or programmatic expenses.

--- ## Description The Program & Operational Support Grants from the Jackson Community Foundation are designed to sustain nonprofit and public service organizations serving Jackson County, Michigan. There are two distinct funding streams: - **Operational Support Grants:** Provide funding for short-term operating needs of 501(c)3 nonprofit organizations. - **Program Grants:** Fund specific programmatic expenses for 501(c)3 nonprofits, school districts, and governmental entities. These grants aim to strengthen the capacity of eligible organizations by supporting core operations or initiatives that directly benefit the Jackson County community. --- ## Due Dates - **March 2027** (anticipated/projected full application deadline) *All dates are projected based on the annual cycle; check the program page for updates.* --- ## Funding Amount - **Maximum Request:** Up to $20,000 per grant. - **Operational Support Grants:** Amount available depends on organizational budget size: - Budgets under $150,000: up to $10,000 - Budgets $150,000–$500,000: up to $15,000 - Budgets over $500,000: up to $20,000 - **Program Grants:** Up to $20,000 for a specific program serving Jackson County residents. - Funding is typically for a 12-month period. --- ## Eligibility - **Operational Support Grants:** - 501(c)3 nonprofit organizations serving Jackson County, Michigan. - **Program Grants:** - 501(c)3 nonprofit organizations, school districts, and governmental entities serving Jackson County, Michigan. - All applicants must serve Jackson County, MI. - Out-of-county organizations may apply if their project serves Jackson County residents. --- ## Application Process - Applications must be submitted online via the Jackson Community Foundation’s [grants portal](https://goapply2.akoyago.com/mijacks/identity/account/login). - Required documents: - Completed budget form (choose [Program Grant Budget](https://www.jacksoncf.org/_files/ugd/e93852_d4d81303dd63466baa0be82c51ed017e.xlsx?dn=Copy%20of%202026%20Program%20Grant%20Budget%20Form.xlsx) or [Operational Grant Budget](https://www.jacksoncf.org/_files/ugd/e93852_8af4ebf0a7304ea2a7e2033819962796.xlsx?dn=Copy%20of%202026%20Operational%20Support%20Grant%20Budget%20Form.xlsx) as appropriate) - Sample financials ([template available](https://www.jacksoncf.org/_files/ugd/e93852_dbf0181e81cc420f9cbdfefb77dc087f.pdf)) - Applicants are encouraged to review the [Community Needs Endowment Fund Grantmaking Priority, Aims, and Guidelines](https://www.jacksoncf.org/_files/ugd/e93852_9c21a9e494fb40d39e2e20835afd7492.pdf) to align proposals with JCF priorities. --- ## Additional Information - Grants are for short-term operating or programmatic needs; not intended for capital projects unless otherwise specified. - Funding is competitive and subject to availability from the Community Needs Fund and other component funds. - Applicants should ensure clarity in distinguishing between operational and programmatic costs. --- ## External Links - [Jackson Community Foundation Grants Page](https://www.jacksoncf.org/grants) - [Program Grant Budget Form (Excel)](https://www.jacksoncf.org/_files/ugd/e93852_d4d81303dd63466baa0be82c51ed017e.xlsx?dn=Copy%20of%202026%20Program%20Grant%20Budget%20Form.xlsx) - [Operational Grant Budget Form (Excel)](https://www.jacksoncf.org/_files/ugd/e93852_8af4ebf0a7304ea2a7e2033819962796.xlsx?dn=Copy%20of%202026%20Operational%20Support%20Grant%20Budget%20Form.xlsx) - [Sample Financials (PDF)](https://www.jacksoncf.org/_files/ugd/e93852_dbf0181e81cc420f9cbdfefb77dc087f.pdf) - [Community Needs Endowment Fund Guidelines](https://www.jacksoncf.org/_files/ugd/e93852_9c21a9e494fb40d39e2e20835afd7492.pdf) - [Application Portal](https://goapply2.akoyago.com/mijacks/identity/account/login) --- ## Contact Information | Type | Details | |----------------|-------------------------------------------------| | Email | jcf@jacksoncf.org | | Phone | (517) 787-1321 | | Address | 100 S. Jackson Street, Ste. 200, Jackson, MI 49201 | | Website | [Jackson Community Foundation](https://www.jacksoncf.org) |

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