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

October 1, 2026

$3,490 available; typical awards $500–$2,500 per project

Supports programs in Grand Traverse and Leelanau Counties focused on Great Lakes maritime heritage, environmental conservation, education, and stewardship.

--- ## Description The Richard V. and Kimiko O. Williams Endowment provides grant funding for programs and activities in Grand Traverse and Leelanau Counties that promote Great Lakes maritime heritage, history, and education, as well as stewardship of the Great Lakes, environmental conservation, education, and land use. The endowment is designed to support initiatives that enhance the preservation and understanding of the region’s unique natural and cultural resources. --- ## Due Dates - Application deadline: October 1, 2026 Applications are accepted annually, typically with a window from August 15 to October 1. --- ## Funding Amount - Total available for this cycle: $3,490 - Typical grant awards: $500–$2,500 per project Award amounts may vary based on the scope of the project and available funds. --- ## Eligibility - Eligible applicants are organizations serving Grand Traverse or Leelanau Counties, including the Grand Traverse Band of Ottawa and Chippewa Indians. - Projects must relate to at least one of the following: - Great Lakes maritime heritage, history, or education - Stewardship of the Great Lakes - Environmental conservation, education, or land use - Applicants must align with the foundation’s vision of supporting healthy, resilient, thriving communities. --- ## Application Process - Applications must be submitted via the [Grants Portal](https://www.grantinterface.com/Home/Logon?urlkey=gtrcf). - Complete an eligibility quiz to determine which grant opportunities are suitable. - Submit a separate application for each eligible endowment, including the Richard V. and Kimiko O. Williams Endowment. - Be prepared to describe how your project aligns with the foundation’s vision and addresses key objectives from the [Northwest Michigan Community Development Coalition’s Regional Scorecard](https://nwmicommunitydevelopment.org/scorecard/). - Save your progress as you work through the application. - If awarded, recipients will be required to complete a final report within one year of receiving funds. --- ## Additional Information - Fall grants are administered through a competitive process among 20 different endowments. - Projects must directly benefit residents or resources in Grand Traverse or Leelanau Counties. - Final reports are required to detail project outcomes and community impact. --- ## External Links - [Program Page & Application Instructions](https://www.gtrcf.org/grants/fall-grants.html) - [Grants Portal (Apply)](https://www.grantinterface.com/Home/Logon?urlkey=gtrcf) - [Williams Endowment Fund Details](https://www.gtrcf.org/give/our-funds.html/212/) - [Regional Scorecard Reference](https://nwmicommunitydevelopment.org/scorecard/) --- ## Contact Information | Method | Details | |---------|---------| | Email | [grants@gtrcf.org](mailto:grants@gtrcf.org) | | Phone | (231) 935-4066 | | Address | 800 Cottageview Dr, Suite 1040, Traverse City, MI 49684 | | Contact Form | [Contact Page](https://www.gtrcf.org/contact/) |

Richard V. and Kimiko O. Williams Endowment

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