[Community Foundation of Greater Flint](https://www.cfgf.org)

March 2027 (General grant application due; projected)

Typical awards range from $5,000–$32,000; total annual funding ~$470,000

Supports innovative projects and programs to improve health services, medical education, and community health in Flint and Genesee County.

--- ## Description The Tuuri Health Fund is the Community Foundation of Greater Flint’s primary unrestricted grantmaking source dedicated to improving health outcomes and services in Flint and the surrounding areas. Established in 1988 and named after Dr. Arthur L. Tuuri, the Fund honors his legacy as a leader and advocate for quality healthcare. Grants support a wide range of initiatives, including innovative health programs, medical education, outpatient and prenatal services, maternal health, and professional training for health workers. The Fund seeks to address both current and emerging health issues, with a strong emphasis on constructive and collaborative approaches to community health. --- ## Due Dates - March 2027 (anticipated/projected; general grant application due) *All dates are projected based on the annual cycle; check the program page for updates.* --- ## Funding Amount - Typical individual grant awards: $5,000–$32,000 (based on recent years) - Total annual funding: Approximately $470,000 distributed across 20–25 grants - Awards are generally one-time, but longer-term commitments may be considered for initiatives with exceptional community impact --- ## Eligibility - Applicants must be organizations classified as publicly supported charities under IRS Section 170(b)(1)(A); includes schools, universities, religious organizations (for non-sectarian activities), and governmental entities - Private charities, supporting organizations, and non-charities may be eligible under certain circumstances - Projects must have direct relevance to residents of Genesee County; if activities extend outside the county, the majority must be within Genesee County - Must provide evidence of non-discrimination in hiring and service provision - Grants are not made for: - Sectarian religious purposes or religious activities - Loans, debt reduction, or annual appeals --- ## Application Process - **Pre-application conversation required:** Prospective applicants must first speak with a program officer to discuss organizational needs and project alignment - **Online submission:** After the pre-application conversation, submit a full application through the [online portal](https://grantinterface.com/Home/Logon?urlkey=cfgf) - Required materials include a project description, evidence of eligibility, and supporting documents - Funding decisions are typically made about three months after the application deadline - Programs that emphasize partnerships, coordinated services, and collaborative efforts are especially encouraged --- ## Additional Information - The Fund supports a broad spectrum of health-related activities, including mental health, nutrition, social and emotional health supports, health care services, substance use programs, and more - Recent funding has prioritized mental health services, social/emotional health, and nutrition - The grant is highly competitive and focused on projects with measurable community impact --- ## External Links - [Tuuri Health Fund Program Page](https://www.cfgf.org/grantmaking/what-we-fund/tuuri-health-fund) - [Apply for Funding – Community Foundation of Greater Flint](https://www.cfgf.org/grant-application) - [Online Grant Application Portal](https://grantinterface.com/Home/Logon?urlkey=cfgf) - [2025 Tuuri Health Fund Grant Awards (PDF)](https://stdidcfgfprod.blob.core.windows.net/cfgf/documents/Reports/Tuuri-Grants-2025.pdf) --- ## Contact Information | Name | Title | Email | Phone | |------------------|------------------------|------------------------------------|-----------------| | Lydia Starrs | Senior Program Officer | [lstarrs@cfgf.org](mailto:lstarrs@cfgf.org) | (810) 767-8270 |

Tuuri Health Fund

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