Ypsilanti Area Community Fund Grant Program
Supports community-based projects in Ypsilanti focused on racial equity, public health, youth education, and economic empowerment through collaborative, measurable initiatives.
Funder: Ann Arbor Area Community Foundation
Due Dates (Anticipated): August 2026 (application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Varies by project; typical awards support community-based initiatives in Ypsilanti and Ypsilanti Township.
Summary: Funds projects advancing racial equity, economic empowerment, public health, youth support, and community services in Ypsilanti and Ypsilanti Township.
Description
The Ypsilanti Area Community Fund Grant Program supports community-based projects that promote racial equity and economic empowerment in Ypsilanti and Ypsilanti Township (zip codes 48197 and 48198). The program invests in initiatives focused on systemic transformation and revitalization, with priority given to projects addressing:
- Community public health (e.g., mental health support, violence prevention, wellness opportunities)
- Youth educational support (e.g., mentoring, leadership development)
- Community support services (e.g., homelessness prevention, assistance for those experiencing unemployment)
The fund aims to foster collaborative partnerships across sectors to measurably increase health outcomes and educational attainment, ultimately leading to improved economic well-being for families in the Ypsilanti area.
