Urgent Needs Cycle
The Urgent Needs Cycle grant supports Charlevoix County projects addressing basic needs and capacity-building for nonprofits, schools, and municipalities through innovative, impactful service and research initiatives.
Funder: Charlevoix County Community Foundation
Due Dates: December 15, 2026 (final deadline; rolling submissions until then)
Funding Amounts: Up to $50,000 total available annually; no set minimum or maximum per request; typical grant period is 6 months.
Summary: Supports Charlevoix County nonprofits, schools, and municipalities addressing urgent needs like food, shelter, healthcare, and capacity-building.
Key Information: Application requires prior discussion with staff and a cash contribution from the applicant.
Description
The Urgent Needs Cycle, offered by the Charlevoix County Community Foundation, is designed to support nonprofit organizations, schools, and municipalities serving Charlevoix County residents who are facing immediate and critical needs. The program seeks proposals that help individuals access essentials such as food, shelter, safety, healthcare, mental health services, utility assistance, transportation, and other basic needs. In addition, the cycle funds capacity-building efforts for organizations working in these areas, such as planning activities, executive coaching, DEI training, equipment, staffing, and strategies to improve service delivery or outreach.
Proposals are evaluated based on the organization’s community impact, capacity, the strength and planning of proposed activities, and the directness and duration of impact. The program encourages innovative, collaborative approaches that address new or existing needs, with a focus on prevention and self-sufficiency.
