Russell and Annabelle Woodard Grant
Russell and Annabelle Woodard Grant supports organizations serving Shiawassee County, funding family, youth, animal welfare, beautification, and preservation projects to benefit the county.
Funder: Shiawassee Community Foundation
Due Dates: December 15, 2026 (Fall application and attachments)
Funding Amounts: Grant amounts vary each year depending on available funding.
Summary: Supports family, youth, animal welfare, beautification, and preservation projects in Shiawassee County.
Key Information: Applicants with an outstanding final report from a previous grant may be disqualified.
Description
The Russell and Annabelle Woodard Grant is administered by the Shiawassee Community Foundation through its Fall Grant Cycle. Established by Diane (Woodard) and Rob Collier in memory of Diane’s parents, Russell and Annabelle, the fund supports projects benefiting Shiawassee County. Its purpose encompasses family, youth, animal welfare, beautification, and preservation projects.
The fund’s scope allows projects to address one or more of these areas rather than a single project category. On the Fall Grant Application, it appears as the “Russell & Annabelle Woodard Family Fund.” The Foundation serves Shiawassee County and awards grants according to the criteria of each respective fund.
