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

March 2027 (Program & Operational Support Grants application deadline)

Up to $20,000 per grant; amount depends on applicant’s annual budget and project scope (typically for one year).

Supports short-term operating and programmatic needs of nonprofits, schools, and government entities serving Jackson County, Michigan.

--- ## Description The Jackson Community Foundation offers Program & Operational Support Grants to address the immediate operating needs of 501(c)3 nonprofit organizations and the programmatic expenses of nonprofits, school districts, and governmental entities serving Jackson County, Michigan. These grants are designed to help organizations maintain essential services and implement impactful programs that benefit the local community. Funding is available for both general operational costs and specific program expenses that are not typically covered by taxpayer dollars. --- ## Due Dates - March 2027 (anticipated/projected) *All dates are projected based on the annual cycle; check the program page for updates.* --- ## Funding Amount - Maximum grant: Up to $20,000 per award. - Organizations with annual budgets under $150,000 may request up to $10,000. - Budgets between $150,000 and $500,000: up to $15,000. - Budgets over $500,000: up to $20,000. - Funding is typically for a one-year period. --- ## Eligibility - 501(c)3 nonprofit organizations located in or serving Jackson County, Michigan. - School districts and governmental entities serving Jackson County. - For operational support: only 501(c)3 nonprofits are eligible. - For program support: 501(c)3 nonprofits, school districts, and governmental entities are eligible, provided the program is not typically funded by taxpayer dollars. - Applicants must demonstrate benefit to Jackson County residents. --- ## Application Process - Prepare required financial statements (see sample [here](https://www.jacksoncf.org/_files/ugd/e93852_dbf0181e81cc420f9cbdfefb77dc087f.pdf)). - Complete the appropriate budget form: - [Operational Support Grant Budget Form](https://www.jacksoncf.org/_files/ugd/e93852_8af4ebf0a7304ea2a7e2033819962796.xlsx?dn=Copy%20of%202026%20Operational%20Support%20Grant%20Budget%20Form.xlsx) - [Program Support Grant Budget Form](https://www.jacksoncf.org/_files/ugd/e93852_d4d81303dd63466baa0be82c51ed017e.xlsx?dn=Copy%20of%202026%20Program%20Grant%20Budget%20Form.xlsx) - Submit application via the [Jackson Community Foundation grant portal](https://goapply2.akoyago.com/mijacks/identity/account/login) during the open application period. - Review the [Community Needs Endowment Fund Grantmaking Priority, Aims, and Guidelines](https://www.jacksoncf.org/_files/ugd/e93852_9c21a9e494fb40d39e2e20835afd7492.pdf) for alignment. --- ## Additional Information - Grants are competitive and subject to available funding. - Applicants should ensure their projects or operational needs align with the Foundation’s mission and community priorities. - Only projects or expenses not typically covered by taxpayer dollars are eligible for program support grants. --- ## External Links - [Jackson Community Foundation Grants Page](https://www.jacksoncf.org/grants/community-building-grants) - [Operational Support Grant Budget Form](https://www.jacksoncf.org/_files/ugd/e93852_8af4ebf0a7304ea2a7e2033819962796.xlsx?dn=Copy%20of%202026%20Operational%20Support%20Grant%20Budget%20Form.xlsx) - [Program Support Grant Budget Form](https://www.jacksoncf.org/_files/ugd/e93852_d4d81303dd63466baa0be82c51ed017e.xlsx?dn=Copy%20of%202026%20Program%20Grant%20Budget%20Form.xlsx) - [Sample Financials](https://www.jacksoncf.org/_files/ugd/e93852_dbf0181e81cc420f9cbdfefb77dc087f.pdf) - [Community Needs Endowment Fund Guidelines](https://www.jacksoncf.org/_files/ugd/e93852_9c21a9e494fb40d39e2e20835afd7492.pdf) - [Grant Application Portal](https://goapply2.akoyago.com/mijacks/identity/account/login) --- ## Contact Information | Contact | Email | Phone | Address | |--------------------|----------------------------------|-----------------|----------------------------------------------------| | Jackson Community Foundation | jcf@jacksoncf.org | (517) 787-1321 | 100 S. Jackson Street, Ste. 200, Jackson, MI 49201 | ---

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