Welcome to JCF Grantmaking!
While we remain flexible in trying to address the needs of Jackson County, Michigan, we do not make grants to individuals (except scholarships); programs that advocate specific religions; services which are standard government or school obligations; nor do we do sponsor events. Find your icons to determine which grants you may be eligible for.
Please note if you have not previously applied for a grant at JCF, you are required to call 517-787-1321 or email our Program Director, Dana Ashlock, for further direction prior to applying for a grant.
To see what grants you are eligible for, look for your icon under the list of grant types:
-Classroom Teacher
-School District
-Student
Collective Impact Network
(HIO, C2C, FSN)
Church with
non-religious
program
NonProfit Organization
Governmental Entity
Grassroots
"Boots on the Ground"
Community
Organization
List of grant types
Grant Amount: TBD
Deadline: September 30, 2020 or until all funds have been awarded, whichever comes first.
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.
Deadline: This opportunity is available from February 12th until September 30, 2020 or until all funds have been awarded, whichever comes first.
A broad range of grants consistent with our "Grantmaking Guidelines" and "Community Investment Priorities."
Grant Amount: Up to $20,000
Letter of Intent Deadline: August, date to be determined.
To support local governmental entities create a Jackson County that is livable and lovable with active residents, attractive public assets, great neighborhoods, and vibrant downtowns.
Grant Amount: Up to $500
Deadline: Anytime between February 1 - October 31, 2020 or until available funds have been awarded, whichever comes first.
Grants designed to improve the quality of life for Jackson County residents.
Grant Amount: TBD
Deadline: Friday, October 9, 2020
The Teachers Fund is dedicated to rewarding creative and innovative K-12 classroom educational projects.
Grant Amount: Up to $3,000
Deadline: July 7, 2020 - Not currently accepting applications
Youth mental health concerns are a significant issue for the youth of Jackson County, therefore, YAC will conduct a grant round focusing only on youth mental health projects.
Grant Amount: Up to $3,000
Deadline: February 2020 - Not currently accepting applications
The YAC Mini-Grant program accepts K-12 student written grants for classroom projects.
Grant Amount: Up to $300
Deadline: October 1st through March 31st