The Big Give
The Big Give supports Midland County nonprofits with grants for projects in economic development, education, social services, and arts, awarded by a local giving circle three times per year.
Funder: Midland Area Community Foundation
Due Dates: February 1, 2026 | June 1, 2026 | October 1, 2026
Funding Amounts: Award size varies by cycle, based on pooled member donations; no fixed minimum or maximum.
Summary: Supports Midland County nonprofits through a giving circle that awards pooled funds to a selected local agency three times per year.
Description
The Big Give is a giving circle program in partnership with the Midland Area Community Foundation (MACF), focused on supporting nonprofits serving Midland County, Michigan. Three times per year, local men contribute $100 each and collectively vote to award the pooled funds to a selected nonprofit agency. Since its inception, The Big Give has granted over $240,000 to local organizations, fostering community philanthropy and direct impact on local needs. The program is designed to empower local nonprofits working in MACF’s four focus areas: economic development, education and youth, human/social services, and arts/culture.
