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Discover grant opportunities and scholarship options for local non-profit organizations through the Jackson Community Foundation in Jackson, MI. Community Impact Program & Operational Support Grants The Jackson Community Foundation's Grant Committee prioritizes funding for programs, services, and systems change initiatives that provide opportunities for learning, action, and advocacy aimed at advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion in Jackson County. This grant is funded by the Community Needs Endowment Fund. In this grant round, we are accepting program and operating grant applications. Though they share the same deadline, each grant type has a separate application and budget form. Applicants can only submit one application in this grant round. Beginning in 2022, the JCF Grant Committee is pleased to operate under our new “Community Needs Endowment Fund Grantmaking Priority, Aims and Guidelines.” Before applying, we strongly encourage all applicants to read through this document which can be found below in “Grant Information and Resources.” Program Gra nt Bu dget Form Sample Program Grant Application PROGRAM GRANT: Limit requests to $20,000 for programs benefitting the residents of Jackson County, Michigan. Nonprofit 501(c)3 organizations, school districts, governmental entities (for programs, goods or services that are not funded through taxpayer dollars), and churches (for nonreligious purposes) are eligible to apply. OPERATIONAL SUPPORT GRANT: T he Operational Support Grant was created to address the operational needs of nonprofit organizations. Operational Grant Amounts: Nonprofits with an annual budget under $150,000 may apply for up to $10,000. Nonprofits with an annual budget between $150,000 and $500,000 may apply for up to $15, 000. Nonprofits with an annual budget over $500,000 may apply for up to $20,000. Operational Support Grant Budget Form Sample Oper ational Support Grant Application OR APPLICATION: Program & Operational Support Grants ***Please note we are using a new grant application system. You will be required to set up a user ID and password. Upon login, look under the opportunities tab to access both applications.*** Grant Information and Resources GRANT ROUND 1: Application Opens: Mid-February 2025 Deadline: March 3rd at 5PM Award Notification: By early June 2025 GRANT ROUND 2: Application Opens: Mid-July 2025 Deadline: September 8th at 5PM Award Notification: By early November 2025 General Grant Application Documentation: Whether reques ting a Program Grant or Operational Support Grant, applicants need to up load: Completed JCF Grant Budget Form. Last fiscal year-end financial statement, Form 990, or audit. This fiscal year's most recent monthly or quarterly financial statement. Community Needs Endowment Fund Grantmaking Priority, Aims and Guidelines FAQs Contact Stephanie Schiro, Grant Program Director at 517-787-1321 or sschiro@jacksoncf.org GOapply user guide

Apply for scholarship and grant opportunities with the Jackson Community Foundation. Support local non-profits and community endowment funds in Jackson, MI. APPLICATION HOW TO APPLY Applications for this fund will only be accepted if it meets criteria under Who & What Determines a Disaster? , unless it is an organizational grant for Risk Reduction and Disaster Readiness (phase one of our Approach to Disaster Response). Information needed to complete your application includes, but is not limited to the following: Program Overview Provide general information and characteristics about the program or service you provide, including program title, duration, area of disaster approach, and program location(s). Tell us specifically how your organization will respond to the disaster. Budgets for pre-disaster and long-term support. If the budget provided on the grant application does not fit your organization’s needs, you may provide your own. If you have a fiscal sponsor (primarily used for organizations without an IRS nonprofit designation and non-governmental agencies), you will be asked to identify your sponsor and submit the agreement form below. Please note, your fiscal sponsor must have a current organizational profile with the Community Foundation. Applications Grants to Organizations: SCC Strong Grant Application – Short Term (for use immediately after a declared disaster – phase two Rapid Relief and Response grants only) SCC Strong Grant Application – Long Term (for phase one pre-disaster readiness and in the months/years following the disaster) Fiscal Sponsor’s Agreement Form Support for Individuals: SCC Strong Request for Support – Individuals Contact Information For questions about this funding opportunity, please contact the Program Team at jcf@jacksoncf.org

Support local initiatives with the Jackson Strong Fund. Explore scholarship and grant opportunities through the Jackson Community Foundation in Jackson, MI. JACKSON STR NG Supporting JACKSON COUNTY Michigan OVERVIEW The Jackson Strong Fund will provide financial resources to support the immediate and long-term recovery needs for the people and places affected by future disasters in Jackson County, Michigan. The Jackson Strong Fund grants will align with the Jackson Community Foundation’s four-phase approach to disaster response : risk reduction and disaster readiness, rapid relief and response, recovery and stabilization, and rebuilding resilience. Click for PDF Flyer DONATE TO JACKSON STRONG JACKSON STRONG FAQ'S APPLY FOR ASSISTANCE ELIGIBILITY & REQUIREMENTS 1st Responder Agencies such as fire departments, police departments, county sheriff, and the Jackson County Department of Homeland Security and Emergency Management 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations based in Jackson County Churches directly involved in response and support School Districts directly involved in response and support Grass-roots neighborhood organizations directly involved in response and support Non-governmental organizations, and those nonprofits without their own 501(c)(3) designation, may be required to collaborate with a “fiscal sponsor” that is a unit of government or a 501(c)(3) organization In the immediate aftermath of a formally-declared disaster, individuals directly impacted by the disaster may seek financial support through our Application page. APPLICATION PROCESS Click here for more information and to access the applications. Only complete applications will be accepted. The application has fillable boxes with limited space. Please be sure your text fits the space provided as reviewers will not be able to read beyond it. If need be, you may attach additional pages. WHO & WHAT DETERMINES A DISASTER? A disaster is an event, natural or man-made or economic, which causes death and/or destruction on a scale that overwhelms the ability of the community’s resources to maintain stability, save lives and preserve property. The disaster may or may not receive a county, state or federal disaster declaration, but may also be determined by the Jackson Community Foundation. The Foundation’s Disaster Responses should be initiated if there is: Significant loss of life, injury, or displacement Significant impact on community members and/or property and assets Significant impact on a community’s capacity to respond THE FOUNDATION'S DISASTER RESPONSE COMMITTEE In the event of a disaster somewhere in Jackson County, the Jackson Community Foundation shall create a task force or committee, which will have responsibility for all funding decisions to both responding organizations and the individuals impacted by the disaster. The task force for any individual disaster shall be composed of; 2 - 3 Community Foundation staff. 2 - 3 Members of the Foundation’s Executive Committee and/or Board. Jackson County’s Director of Homeland Security & Emergency Management and/or their designee. 3 - 5 members of the community directly impacted by the disaster, including but not limited to local 1st responders and/or local government.

Explore scholarship and grant opportunities in Jackson, MI. The Jackson Community Foundation connects you with local non-profit organizations for support. JCF COMPETITIVE SCHOLARSHIPS CLOSED UNTIL FALL 2026 IMPORTANT: We made applying easier! Your application gives you access to 30+ different scholarships. Eligibility requirements vary from minimum GPA, area of study, new graduate or returning learner, financial need, etc. If you meet the eligibility requirements for any of our scholarships, you will automatically be added to that scholarship's pool of candidates (with the exception of the Bernice Barabash Sports Scholarship - see below) saving your time searching which scholarship you should apply for. Required Documents: 1 Letter of Recommendation Transcript Proof of FAFSA completion *Please note The Bernice Barabash Sports Scholarship (for students in grades 7-12 who play hockey, including home-schooled students) does have a separate application process. OPEN OPEN JCF COMPETITIVE SCHOLARSHIP Now Accepting Applications. To learn more about any of our scholarship history, eligibility requirements, or to donate to an individual scholarship, click here: Scholarships DEADLINE: Closed until Fall 2026 EARLY BIRD DEADLINE: FEBRUARY 2nd at 5PM. All applications received by this date will be entered into a drawing for a chance to win a $1,000 Scholarship! READ MORE ***The Jackson Legacy Scholarship Fund includes many sub funds from individual and families that chose to align their funding with this scholarship. Legacy Scholarship Sub Funds MYER AND LOIS FRANKLIN SCHOLARSHIP The Jackson Community Foundation administrates the Myer and Lois Franklin Scholarship for the Franklin family. Therefore, this scholarship have a separate application process than the JCF Competitive Scholarships. Deadline: Closed until Fall 2026 Required Documents: Two Letters of Recommendation Transcript JAMES L. AND MARY L. GEISMAN FUTURE LEADERSHIP SCHOLOARSHIP TRADES PROGRAMS Eligibility: Proof of acceptance to an accredited college or university, a trade school, or a certificate program (i.e. EMT, phlebotomy, etc.) Who can apply? Students and returning learners beginning in the ninth grade living within 50 mile radius of Jackson including home-school students. Open For TRADES ONLY APPLICATIONS February 1st - March 15th at 5PM. READ MORE Congratulations 2025 Scholarship Recipients! Check out this year's recipients here!

Stay updated on grant opportunities and community endowment funds for local non-profit organizations in Jackson, MI, with our media release for grantees. Grantee Forms & Information Press Release Press releases are a great way to share news about the grant with our community. Please email a press release announcing your grant and your upcoming work to local media. Choose at least one organization from the list that is most relevant to your organization. When sending the release to your local media contacts, we recommend including it in the body of the email instead of as an attachment. Social Media - Spread the Good News! We'd want to publicize your work! If your organization uses Facebook: 1. Like us on Facebook 2. Post your media release and any photos on your page and tag us in your message by adding @jacksoncommunityfoundation. 3. We will then share it on page as well. If your organization does not use social media, now is a great time to consider jumping on board and sharing news with your network! Pictures We love photos! We encourage you to submit photographs to the Foundation that tell the story of how your grant provided for the community. These photos may be used on our website, in annual reports and other appropriate publications which will further publicize the good work of your organization. We welcome digital (preferably high-resolution) or hard copy (which we can scan and send back to you). By sending us a picture, the Foundation will assume you have received permission for use of the photograph for marketing purposes. Logo If you would like to feature our logo on print or online materials relating to your grant, we would be happy to provide you with a high-resolution file. Please contact our Marketing & Communicatons Director, Lisa McDaniel, at lmcdaniel@jacksoncf.org . Include a note briefly describing the materials and how you plan to feature the logo, and she will send you the file Media List

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