[Barry Community Foundation](https://www.barrycf.org)

July 15, 2026 (Application deadline)

Amount not specified; awards support projects benefiting Barry County’s agricultural heritage.

Supports projects that honor and sustain the agricultural and family farm legacy in Barry County, Michigan, especially in Irving, Carlton, Woodland, and Castleton.

--- ## Description The S.C. Blood Family Fund provides grant support for projects that celebrate, preserve, or enhance the agricultural heritage and family farm legacy of Barry County, Michigan. The fund emphasizes initiatives that benefit the communities of Irving, Carlton, Woodland, and Castleton, with a focus on fostering strong, close-knit rural communities and sustaining local traditions. Projects should demonstrate a clear impact on the agricultural or rural character of these regions and contribute to community spirit. --- ## Due Dates - July 15, 2026: Application deadline (full application due) --- ## Funding Amount - The specific award amount is not listed in available materials. - Funding is intended for projects that benefit Barry County’s agricultural heritage, with priority for Irving, Carlton, Woodland, and Castleton. - Typical awards are project-based; applicants are encouraged to propose budgets appropriate to their project’s scope. --- ## Eligibility - Projects must benefit Barry County, Michigan, with priority given to the areas of Irving, Carlton, Woodland, and Castleton. - Eligible applicants may include: - Nonprofit organizations - Community groups - Other entities proposing relevant projects (contact the foundation for clarification if uncertain) - Projects should honor, celebrate, or sustain the legacy of family farms and rural community traditions. --- ## Application Process - Applications are submitted online via the [Barry Community Foundation application portal](https://goapply2.akoyago.com/BARRY). - Prospective applicants are encouraged to contact foundation staff with questions or for guidance before applying. - Required materials and detailed instructions are provided on the portal. - Early engagement with the foundation is recommended to ensure project alignment with fund priorities. --- ## Additional Information - The fund strongly prioritizes projects that directly impact the communities of Irving, Carlton, Woodland, and Castleton. - Applicants should clearly articulate how their project will celebrate or sustain agricultural heritage and rural community values. - For specific questions or to discuss project ideas, applicants are encouraged to reach out to the foundation’s program staff. --- ## External Links - [S.C. Blood Family Fund Grant Details](https://www.barrycf.org/grant/s-c-blood-family-fund) - [Barry Community Foundation Homepage](https://www.barrycf.org) - [Application Portal](https://goapply2.akoyago.com/BARRY) - [Contact Barry Community Foundation](https://www.barrycf.org/about/contact-us/) --- ## Contact Information | Name | Role | Email/Contact Form | Phone | |--------------|-------------------|-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------|-----------------| | Sam Waller | Program Associate | [Contact Sam Waller](https://www.barrycf.org/about/contact-us/?scroll=true&departmentContact=Sam-Waller) | (269) 945-0526 |

S.C. Blood Family Fund

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