Community Advancement and Opportunity Grant Program in Michigan (USA)
GrantID: 75003
Grant Funding Amount Low: $500
Deadline: October 31, 2025
Grant Amount High: $5,000
Summary
This grant opportunity is designed to support programs that enhance access to essential services and create opportunities for individuals and communities to thrive. The funding is intended to empower organizations and initiatives that address barriers to participation, promote equity, and foster meaningful engagement across a range of social, educational, and economic areas. Applicants are encouraged to present projects that demonstrate a clear plan for increasing access, reducing disparities, and generating measurable outcomes.
Eligible applicants generally include nonprofit organizations, educational institutions, and community-based groups that provide services or programs benefiting underserved populations. While primarily aimed at nonprofits, other entities may be considered if their projects deliver broad public benefit. The grant typically focuses on specific regions or communities where targeted interventions can have the greatest impact, although organizations operating in adjacent areas may also be considered.
Funds may be used for a variety of purposes, including program development, service delivery, outreach initiatives, capacity-building, and pilot projects that address systemic barriers to access. Support can also help organizations expand existing programs, improve operational effectiveness, or create partnerships that strengthen community engagement.
The benefits of this grant extend beyond financial support, encouraging innovation, collaboration, and strategic growth. Awards are determined based on the potential impact, feasibility, and alignment of proposed initiatives with the program’s objectives. Funding is distributed on a competitive basis, with applications reviewed according to scheduled cycles, allowing organizations multiple opportunities to apply.
By investing in programs that expand access and create new opportunities, this grant opportunity helps organizations enhance equity, build resilience, and support long-term community well-being.
This grant may be available to individuals and organizations in Michigan that are actively involved in Quality of Life. To locate more funding opportunities in your field, visit The Grant Portal and search by interest area using the Search Grant tool.
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