The Jackson Community Foundation is accepting applications for its “Communities in Action” grants to support the determination and passion of Jackson County’s grassroots, “boots on the ground,” community-based organizations, neighborhood groups, etc. that help residents actively join together to improve their city block, neighborhood, or community.
Donor Name: Jackson Community Foundation
State: Michigan
County: Jackson County (MI)
Type of Grant: Grant
Deadline (mm/dd/yyyy): 10/07/2022
Grant Size: Up to $2,000
Details:
The group’s purpose is to strengthen and build community by:
- Bringing people together who are typically separated by barriers (e.g. race, economic status, disability, age, etc.) and thereby create a stronger sense of cohesion and inclusiveness within their community.
- Benefiting populations that have historically had challenges accessing resources, with particular consideration given to proposals that benefit people of color and children in poverty.
- Supporting community-building events, particularly events that build a sense of community pride and identity.
Funding Information
Grant Amount: Up to $2,000
Eligibility Criteria
Grassroots, community-based organizations, or neighborhood groups that meet several of the following criteria:
- Have a specific connection to a city block, neighborhood, park or rural community.
- Most of the work is done not only for the people involved but also by them, with little or no paid staff.
- Work is done without a big budget or other large resource reservoirs.
- Might not have 501(c)3 nonprofit status.
- Might be temporary.
- Might be focused on a single issue or task.
For more information, visit Jackson Community Foundation.