The Gerber Foundation is accepting applications for the West Michigan Youth Programs to support a variety of youth programming within a 4-county area that includes Lake, Muskegon, Newaygo, and Oceana Counties in West Michigan.
Donor Name: The Gerber Foundation
State: Michigan
Counties: Lake County (MI), Muskegon County (MI), Newaygo County (MI), Oceana County (MI)
Type of Grant: Grant
Deadline: 03/15/2023
Size of the Grant: $100 to $20,000
Grant Duration: 1 year
Details:
Grants are geared towards projects serving youth from 0-18 years of age. A special emphasis is placed on projects focused on:
- Health, Nutrition and Dental issues
- Early childhood services and Literacy
- Parenting Education
- Education (including Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts/Agriculture, and Math)
- Life Experiences (camp scholarships, Ag Science Education, 4-H and FFA)
Funding Information
Although typically under $10,000, grants may range from $100 to $20,000.
Grant Period
Grants are generally limited to one-year commitments.
Eligibility Criteria
- Agencies must be located in or directly serving youth from one of the 4 counties indicated above.
- Grantees must be a public non-profit (with a 501c3 determination letter from the IRS) or governmental entity in order to apply.
- Programs that are collaborative and that have support from the broader community are encouraged.
For more information, visit Youth Programs.