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Communities Foundation of Oklahoma
The Communities Foundation of Oklahoma stems from the vision of Tom McCasland Jr., and Gene Rainbolt. Two decades ago, these gentlemen formed a shared vision to create a single philanthropic organization to serve the charitable needs to rural communities across the great state of Oklahoma. Today, CFO has grown to assist hundreds of efforts in more than 45 counties.
Scholarship Opportunities
CFO offers over 100 diverse scholarship opportunities, empowering students across the state to pursue their educational goals. Each scholarship is tailored to meet unique needs, making higher education more accessible for all.
Ashley Parks Creative Scholarship
Supports continued education in the arts or creative fields for non-traditional students.
Communities Foundation of Oklahoma
The Communities Foundation of Oklahoma stems from the vision of Tom McCasland Jr., and Gene Rainbolt. Two decades ago, these gentlemen formed a shared vision to create a single philanthropic organization to serve the charitable needs to rural communities across the great state of Oklahoma. Today, CFO has grown to assist hundreds of efforts in more than 45 counties.
Scholarship Opportunities
CFO offers over 100 diverse scholarship opportunities, empowering students across the state to pursue their educational goals. Each scholarship is tailored to meet unique needs, making higher education more accessible for all.
Brian Crawford Memorial Scholarship
Provides a scholarship for Oklahomans who attended high school at Prague, Paden, Seminole, Shawnee, Meeker, Choctaw, Dale, Tecumseh, Bethel or Chandler in Oklahoma or have played in the Brian Crawford Memorial Tournament.
The Barbara Berger Clark Memorial Nursing Scholarship
The family of Barbara Berger Clark created this scholarship in her memory to support the next generation of nurses who share her commitment to public health and to serving their communities. Open to all nursing students, including those entering the field later in life or as a second career, this scholarship especially honors those who share Barbara’s commitment to public health nursing, prevention, and advancing health equity.
Number and Size of Awards
Number of recipients and individual total award amounts vary annually. Award paid in the Fall and divided equally between the Fall and Spring semesters. Award renewability varies and is dependent on the length of the recipient’s program of study. Minimum award size $5,000.
Allowed Use of Award
Awards may be used for tuition, fees, books, and other expenses associated with higher education.
Communities Foundation of Oklahoma
The Communities Foundation of Oklahoma stems from the vision of Tom McCasland Jr., and Gene Rainbolt. Two decades ago, these gentlemen formed a shared vision to create a single philanthropic organization to serve the charitable needs to rural communities across the great state of Oklahoma. Today, CFO has grown to assist hundreds of efforts in more than 45 counties.
Scholarship Opportunities
CFO offers over 100 diverse scholarship opportunities, empowering students across the state to pursue their educational goals. Each scholarship is tailored to meet unique needs, making higher education more accessible for all.
Bulldog Ben and Marcia Robinson Scholarship
Provides a scholarship to graduating seniors in Muskogee County who have a minimum GPA of 3.0 and 22 ACT score.
Communities Foundation of Oklahoma
The Communities Foundation of Oklahoma stems from the vision of Tom McCasland Jr., and Gene Rainbolt. Two decades ago, these gentlemen formed a shared vision to create a single philanthropic organization to serve the charitable needs to rural communities across the great state of Oklahoma. Today, CFO has grown to assist hundreds of efforts in more than 45 counties.
Scholarship Opportunities
CFO offers over 100 diverse scholarship opportunities, empowering students across the state to pursue their educational goals. Each scholarship is tailored to meet unique needs, making higher education more accessible for all.
Cindy's Angel Endowed Scholarship
Provides a renewable scholarship to students from Little Axe HS, Checotah HS, Seminole HS and Dallas Champions Academy. Applicants must have a minimum GPA of 2.0.
St. Julian and Adrienne Simpkins Book Award
To provide book awards to students pursuing higher education.
Number and Size of Awards
Up to five awards of $500 each; paid in one lump sum in the Fall semester.
Allowed Use of Award
Awards may be used for college textbook expenses.
Communities Foundation of Oklahoma
The Communities Foundation of Oklahoma stems from the vision of Tom McCasland Jr., and Gene Rainbolt. Two decades ago, these gentlemen formed a shared vision to create a single philanthropic organization to serve the charitable needs to rural communities across the great state of Oklahoma. Today, CFO has grown to assist hundreds of efforts in more than 45 counties.
Scholarship Opportunities
CFO offers over 100 diverse scholarship opportunities, empowering students across the state to pursue their educational goals. Each scholarship is tailored to meet unique needs, making higher education more accessible for all.
Imo Scheidt Memorial Scholarship
Provides a scholarship to graduating seniors who have been or are in the Foster Care System and have a minimum GPA of 2.5 unweighted.
Patrick Caroselli Scholarship
To provide financial assistance for college to high school seniors in Monroe County whose parents immigrated to the United States and attained citizenship.
Number and Size of Awards
Number of recipients and award amounts vary; award amount may be split between two or more recipients. Award paid in one lump sum in the Fall and divided equally between the Fall and Spring semesters. Average award $5,000; not to exceed the cost of tuition.
Allowed Use of Award
Awards must be used for costs related to enrollment in a higher education program, prioritizing tuition fees.
Molly Efron Scholarship
To support a Monroe County female high school senior planning to attend a four-year college or university to study science, technology, engineering, or math.
Number and Size of Awards
Two awards of $1,000 each; paid in one lump sum.
Allowed Use of Award
Awards may be used for tuition, fees, books, and other expenses associated with higher education.
Communities Foundation of Oklahoma
The Communities Foundation of Oklahoma stems from the vision of Tom McCasland Jr., and Gene Rainbolt. Two decades ago, these gentlemen formed a shared vision to create a single philanthropic organization to serve the charitable needs to rural communities across the great state of Oklahoma. Today, CFO has grown to assist hundreds of efforts in more than 45 counties.
Scholarship Opportunities
CFO offers over 100 diverse scholarship opportunities, empowering students across the state to pursue their educational goals. Each scholarship is tailored to meet unique needs, making higher education more accessible for all.
Kingfisher Rotary Club - John A. Francis Scholarship
Provides a scholarship to graduating seniors of Kingfisher County High Schools who exhibits a strong work ethic along with high moral character and integrity. In partnership with the Kingfisher Rotary Club.
Communities Foundation of Oklahoma
The Communities Foundation of Oklahoma stems from the vision of Tom McCasland Jr., and Gene Rainbolt. Two decades ago, these gentlemen formed a shared vision to create a single philanthropic organization to serve the charitable needs to rural communities across the great state of Oklahoma. Today, CFO has grown to assist hundreds of efforts in more than 45 counties.
Scholarship Opportunities
CFO offers over 100 diverse scholarship opportunities, empowering students across the state to pursue their educational goals. Each scholarship is tailored to meet unique needs, making higher education more accessible for all.
Kinlee Denton Memorial Scholarship
Love like Kinlee. This scholarship will honor a graduating senior from Kingfisher or Kay County who has a strong character and is a caring, forgiving person in their school and community. College acceptance required.
Communities Foundation of Oklahoma
The Communities Foundation of Oklahoma stems from the vision of Tom McCasland Jr., and Gene Rainbolt. Two decades ago, these gentlemen formed a shared vision to create a single philanthropic organization to serve the charitable needs to rural communities across the great state of Oklahoma. Today, CFO has grown to assist hundreds of efforts in more than 45 counties.
Scholarship Opportunities
CFO offers over 100 diverse scholarship opportunities, empowering students across the state to pursue their educational goals. Each scholarship is tailored to meet unique needs, making higher education more accessible for all.
McCasland Foundation Scholarship
Provides a scholarship to graduating seniors in Stephens County who has a minimum GPA of 2.5 and demonstrates character, leadership and participation in school activities. In partnership with The McCasland Foundation.
Levine Impact Lab
The Levine Impact Lab powers equitable transformation by investing in nonprofit leadership, building community organizations’ capacities, and building their capacity to accelerate positive social and environmental change.
We combine venture-capital expertise and inspired philanthropic thinking to radically amplify the value of giving.
Levine Impact Lab Operational Support Program
The Levine Impact Lab’s Operational Support Program is an 18-month, high-engagement operational partnership designed to help environmental organizations move strategic and financial priorities forward.
At the core of the program is hands-on operational support: our team works side-by-side with your leaders to drive progress on a critical project, whether it’s strengthening your financial infrastructure, increasing earned revenue, or planning for growth.
This is a working partnership. The grant funding and peer-learning community are designed to support and accelerate your momentum.
We are the best fit for organizations that:
More information about participation commitments here.
What is Operational Support?
To get the most out of this program, organizations must come prepared with a specific project, workstream, or organizational challenge they want to tackle over the 18 months with operational support.
Potential Area(s) of Support:
Find examples of what past cohorts have worked on here.
People
The success of this program relies on having the right organizational leaders at the table. Each organization must commit two senior staff members who are equipped to make key decisions, drive implementation, and stay closely involved throughout the 18-month engagement. These leaders must:
There will also be opportunities to include additional staff members in operational projects, as needed, to ensure the right voices and expertise are present.
Who this might include: Executive Director and Finance Director, Business Development Manager and Operations Lead, or Marketing Manager and Development Director, depending on the nature of your project.
What We Offer
View Program Flyer here.
About the FoundationThe Council of Michigan Foundations leads, strengthens and supports Michigan's community of philanthropy by emboldening and equipping CMF members in the relentless pursuit of equitable systems and inclusive diversity, fortifying the field through public policy action, fostering the growth of current and future philanthropy leaders and advancing exemplary philanthropic practices and field expertise. VisionA thriving philanthropic sector leading in the relentless pursuit of equitable systems and inclusive diversity. MissionWe lead, strengthen and support Michigan’s community of philanthropy.
The GrantAs community foundations leverage new and innovative partnerships and approaches to build more equitable communities for all, CMF’s Community Foundation Committee has revised the endowment funding model to ensure we are effectively supporting community foundations in growing their capacity and leadership. The committee has reserved a pool of funding within the Community Foundation Endowment Fund to inspire and support new ideas and innovative practices in community philanthropy.
In addition to the existing support offered to CMF community foundation members, funding is available on a first-come, first-serve basis for the following priority areas:
About the Foundation
The Council of Michigan Foundations leads, strengthens and supports Michigan's community of philanthropy by emboldening and equipping CMF members in the relentless pursuit of equitable systems and inclusive diversity, fortifying the field through public policy action, fostering the growth of current and future philanthropy leaders and advancing exemplary philanthropic practices and field expertise.
Vision
A thriving philanthropic sector leading in the relentless pursuit of equitable systems and inclusive diversity.
Mission
We lead, strengthen and support Michigan’s community of philanthropy. The Grant
There are several grant opportunities available for CMF community foundation members through CMF’s Technology Grants:
Louis P. and Betty A. Iacona Nursing Scholarship
To provide financial assistance to students in Monroe County pursuing a career in nursing.
Number and Size of Awards
One award of $12,000; divided into equal annual installments paid over four consecutive years of undergraduate study. Award may be split between two recipients and is paid in the Fall and divided equally between the Fall and Spring semesters. Minimum award $4,000; paid as $1,000 per year for up to four years.
Allowed Use of Award
Awards may be used for tuition, fees, books, and other expenses associated with higher education.
Lorraine Halsch Memorial Scholarship
To provide financial assistance to college-bound students who have overcome adversity (i.e., family tragedy, illness, etc.).
Number and Size of Awards
One award of $6,000; divided into equal annual installments paid over four consecutive years of undergraduate study. Award may be split between two or three recipients and is paid in the Fall and divided equally between the Fall and Spring semesters. Minimum award $4,000; paid as $1,000 per year for up to four years.
Allowed Use of Award
Awards may be used for tuition, fees, books, and other expenses associated with higher education.
KajjecK Scholarship
To provide financial assistance to Rochester City School District students pursuing a college degree.
Number and Size of Awards
One award of $4,000; paid as $1,000 per year for up to four consecutive years of undergraduate study. Award paid in the Fall and divided equally between the Fall and Spring semesters. ***Offered in even years. ***
Allowed Use of Award
Awards may be used for tuition, fees, books, and other expenses associated with higher education.
Bedford Community Health Foundation
Our Mission: The Bedford Community Health Foundation:
Scholarships
The Bedford Community Health Foundation offers a variety of scholarships for individuals pursuing certification, degrees, and advanced degrees in health-related fields. Students can be full-time nursing students, employed nurses seeking additional education, full-time allied health students, employed health providers wanting to specialize and high school students enrolled in the Governor’s Health Academy at Susie G. Gibson Science & Technology Center.
David W. and Sandra L.R. Boyes Physician Education Scholarship
The David W. and Sandra L. R. Boyes Physician Education Scholarship is for health professionals and specialists who seek continuing education in the field of gerontology. It is the only scholarship that does not require graduates to pursue employment in the Town or County of Bedford. This scholarship is open to specialists of all kinds including Chiropractors, Physical Therapists, Physicians Assistants, Osteopaths and Registered Nurses.
David and Sandra Boyes promoted health and healthy living throughout their careers and in volunteer roles during their retirements. David held a BA Degree in Math and Chemistry. He worked at Owens Corning and at Piedmont Label in Bedford. Sandra, in addition to her BSN degree, held a Ph.D. in Education which enabled her to actively pursue her two passions – education and medicine. In Bedford, she taught in the Bedford Memorial Hospital LPN school of Nursing from 1969 to 1986. She taught in Bedford County schools from 1986 to 1990. David was killed in a tragic accident in 2006. Sandra continued their shared vision of impacting health care for seniors through the creation of this scholarship.
Community Foundation of Noble County
At the Community Foundation of Noble County we are passionate about making Noble County an even better place to call home. Since 1991, area residents have been turning to the Community Foundation of Noble County to make their philanthropic giving as effective as possible, as we see it as our mission to serve as a catalyst for positive change. The Community Foundation of Noble County is a public charity 501 (c) 3 entity.
Scholarships
The Community Foundation of Noble County offers a wide range of scholarships to support local students in achieving their academic and career aspirations.
Ellenbecker, Oliver and Eleanor Education Scholarship Fund
Awards $3,500 one time to high school seniors who attend a Noble County high school and will begin a four-year bachelor’s program at an accredited college or university in the Fall, majoring in education to become a teacher. Applicants must have lived in Noble County at least one year.
Community Foundation of Noble County
At the Community Foundation of Noble County we are passionate about making Noble County an even better place to call home. Since 1991, area residents have been turning to the Community Foundation of Noble County to make their philanthropic giving as effective as possible, as we see it as our mission to serve as a catalyst for positive change. The Community Foundation of Noble County is a public charity 501 (c) 3 entity.
Scholarships
The Community Foundation of Noble County offers a wide range of scholarships to support local students in achieving their academic and career aspirations.
Kichler, Tony and Gertrude Scholarship Fund
For high school seniors or college students who reside in Green or Noble TOWNSHIPS (not county) in Noble County who are pursuing a college education in music, medicine or religion. One-time payment of $3,500. May reapply.
Community Foundation of Noble County
At the Community Foundation of Noble County we are passionate about making Noble County an even better place to call home. Since 1991, area residents have been turning to the Community Foundation of Noble County to make their philanthropic giving as effective as possible, as we see it as our mission to serve as a catalyst for positive change. The Community Foundation of Noble County is a public charity 501 (c) 3 entity.
Scholarships
The Community Foundation of Noble County offers a wide range of scholarships to support local students in achieving their academic and career aspirations.
Kile, David O. & Marjorie B. Kile Scholarship
This scholarship is available to any Noble County resident who is at least 19 years of age with a high school diploma, or GED, in pursuit of higher education in a field of their choice. This scholarship is available to applicants planning to attend, or are currently enrolled, either full-time or part-time, in an accredited vocational school, or two-year or four-year college or university. The award is given one time, with no restriction on applying in subsequent years, for educational purposes only.
Community Foundation of Noble County
At the Community Foundation of Noble County we are passionate about making Noble County an even better place to call home. Since 1991, area residents have been turning to the Community Foundation of Noble County to make their philanthropic giving as effective as possible, as we see it as our mission to serve as a catalyst for positive change. The Community Foundation of Noble County is a public charity 501 (c) 3 entity.
Scholarships
The Community Foundation of Noble County offers a wide range of scholarships to support local students in achieving their academic and career aspirations.
Mayor’s Youth Advisory Council Scholarship Fund
Awards a one time payment of $500 to a high school senior who will be accepted into a 2-year or 4-year accredited public or private institution of higher learning and is a Mayor’s Youth Advisory Council member, currently involved and having been involved for a minimum of two years, consecutively.
Community Foundation of Noble County
At the Community Foundation of Noble County we are passionate about making Noble County an even better place to call home. Since 1991, area residents have been turning to the Community Foundation of Noble County to make their philanthropic giving as effective as possible, as we see it as our mission to serve as a catalyst for positive change. The Community Foundation of Noble County is a public charity 501 (c) 3 entity.
Scholarships
The Community Foundation of Noble County offers a wide range of scholarships to support local students in achieving their academic and career aspirations.
Schermerhorn, John and Mary Memorial Scholarship Fund
For a high school senior who is a Noble County resident who will graduate from Central Noble High School or East Noble High School or West Noble High School and is pursuing a career in an agriculture-related field. One-time payment of $500.
Community Foundation of Noble County
At the Community Foundation of Noble County we are passionate about making Noble County an even better place to call home. Since 1991, area residents have been turning to the Community Foundation of Noble County to make their philanthropic giving as effective as possible, as we see it as our mission to serve as a catalyst for positive change. The Community Foundation of Noble County is a public charity 501 (c) 3 entity.
Scholarships
The Community Foundation of Noble County offers a wide range of scholarships to support local students in achieving their academic and career aspirations.
Slater, Jonah W. Memorial Scholarship Fund
For a resident of Noble County who is pursuing any sort of post-secondary education. Pays $500 one time for the fall.
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What's the typical amount funded for Michigan?
Grants are most commonly $89,949.
What's the total number of grants in Clare County Grants for Nonprofits year over year?
In 2024, funders in Michigan awarded a total of 65,465 grants.
Among all the Clare County Grants for Nonprofits given out in Michigan, the most popular focus areas that receive funding are Education, Philanthropy, Voluntarism & Grantmaking Foundations, and Human Services.
1. Education
2. Philanthropy, Voluntarism & Grantmaking Foundations
3. Human Services
How is funding for Clare County Grants for Nonprofits changing over time?
Funding has increased by 4.77%.
How does grant funding vary by county?
Wayne County, Kent County, and Oakland County receive the most funding.
| County | Total Grant Funding in 2024 |
|---|---|
| Wayne County | $1,257,959,859 |
| Kent County | $782,573,802 |
| Oakland County | $610,681,665 |
| Washtenaw County | $550,205,535 |
| Calhoun County | $444,453,435 |