Program & Operational Support Grants
Jackson Community Foundation grants support nonprofits, schools, and government entities in Jackson County, MI, funding essential services and programs with a focus on diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Funder: Jackson Community Foundation
Due Dates (Anticipated): September 2026 (Grant Round 2) | March 2027 (Program & Operational Support Grants) | March 2027 (Grant Round 1)
Funding Amounts: Up to $20,000 per grant; operational grants are tiered by organization budget ($10,000–$20,000); typically for a 12-month period.
Summary: Supports the short-term operating and programmatic needs of nonprofits, schools, and government entities serving Jackson County, Michigan.
Description
The Jackson Community Foundation's Program & Operational Support Grants provide funding to address the immediate operating needs of nonprofit organizations and support programmatic expenses for nonprofits, school districts, and governmental entities serving Jackson County, Michigan. The grants are designed to help organizations sustain or expand essential services and initiatives that benefit the local community, with a strong emphasis on advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion. Funding is sourced from the Community Needs Endowment Fund, and the program supports both general operations and specific projects.
