Youth Grant Program
The Youth Grant Program by Grand Haven Area Community Foundation funds research-based projects improving youth well-being and leadership in Northwest Ottawa County, Michigan.
Funder: Grand Haven Area Community Foundation
Due Dates: October 14, 2026 (Fall Grant Round) | March 17, 2027 (Spring Grant Round)
Funding Amounts: Typical awards range from $1,000–$15,000 per project; varies by proposal and available funds.
Summary: Supports local projects and programs that expand opportunities and enhance the well-being of youth in Northwest Ottawa County, Michigan.
Description
The Youth Grant Program, administered annually by the Grand Haven Area Community Foundation’s Youth Advisory Council (YAC), is designed to fund local initiatives that expand opportunities and improve programming for youth in the Tri-Cities area of Northwest Ottawa County, Michigan. The program’s strategic focus areas include community and cultural well-being, mental and emotional health, and physical well-being, with an emphasis on diversity, equity, inclusion, and empowering youth leadership. Grants are awarded to projects that demonstrate a positive community impact and align with YAC’s identified priority areas.
