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$51.9M

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Innovative Human Services Funding from Creag Foundation

Rolling deadline
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations with innovative human services approaches, including those in Michigan, can seek support to address current social problems and new or previously unaddressed social issues. Creag Foundation considers invited proposals from smaller or evolving organizations that have held 501(c)(3) status for at least one year and are pursuing creative, impactful solutions.
Creag Foundation

Up to US $15,000

DanPaul Foundation Grants

Rolling deadline
The DanPaul Foundation aims to enhance early childhood development by training teachers and parents, protecting children from abuse, and promoting social responsibility. They provide grants to non-profits for programs that focus on education, health, and welfare of youth. Key initiatives include scholarships, environmental education, and support for underprivileged children. Grant amounts range from a few hundred dollars to $15,000 annually, with a focus on impactful, community-driven projects.
The Dan Paul Foundation

Up to US $300,000

Capacity Building Funding from Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation

Rolling deadline
Early-stage, impact-first nonprofits and mission-driven for-profits in Michigan and other priority regions can access Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation’s capacity-building support and up to US $300,000 over three years. Focused on scalable solutions for underserved communities, this funding may benefit organizations strengthening operations, leadership, and growth in areas like poverty, health, education, environment, and economic mobility.
Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation

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Erb Family Foundation Support for Michigan Arts

Rolling deadline
Michigan arts and culture nonprofits focused on jazz education and organizational development can access funding through the Erb Family Foundation, with awards of More than US $10,000. Support targets Detroit’s jazz ecosystem and capacity building for arts organizations in Wayne, Oakland, and Macomb counties, including financial stability, operations, leadership, and audience development.
Fred A And Barbara M Erb Family Foundation

Up to US $100,000

Cisco Systems Foundation Grants for Michigan Capacity

Rolling deadline
Nonprofit and NGO programs using technology for crisis response, education access, or economic empowerment in Michigan and worldwide can seek Global Impact Cash Grants, with awards up to US $100,000. Grants from Cisco Systems Foundation help organizations serving mostly economically underserved communities build tech-enabled solutions that strengthen services and may support capacity-building efforts.
Cisco Systems Foundation

More than US $100,000

Hearst Foundation: Social Service Grant

Rolling deadline
The Hearst Foundation's Social Service Grant focuses on tackling chronic poverty by funding direct-service organizations that implement effective solutions for economic independence and family strengthening. With a mission to support diverse nonprofits in the U.S., the Foundation allocates approximately 15% of its total funding to social services, prioritizing scalable programs that serve significant populations. The minimum grant size is $100,000, and special consideration is given to organizations addressing affordable housing, domestic violence, and youth development.
William Randolph Hearst Foundation

Unspecified amount

Michael & Susan Dell Partnerships

Rolling deadline
The Michael & Susan Dell Foundation provides grants to organizations focused on improving the lives of children in urban poverty in the U.S., India, and South Africa. They prioritize projects in education, health, and family economic stability. Grants typically do not exceed 25% of a project's budget or 10% of an organization's annual expenses. The foundation seeks to partner with organizations already making an impact, ensuring funding supports impactful social enterprises.
Michael & Susan Dell Foundation

Unspecified amount

Michigan Nonprofit Capacity Funding via Ralph C. Wilson Foundation

Rolling deadline
Nonprofit organizations in Southeast Michigan seeking capacity building for programs in youth sports, parks and public spaces, education, caregivers, or economic development may be eligible for support. With a mission to strengthen communities, Ralph C. Wilson Foundation provides Michigan nonprofits with collaborative, often bold investments that emphasize innovative, leveraged projects and coalition efforts in its defined regional counties.
Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Foundation

Unspecified amount

Roche Corporate Donations and Philanthropy (CDP)

Rolling deadline
Roche Corporate Donations and Philanthropy (CDP) focuses on impactful projects that foster sustainable development, engage employees, and leverage Roche's expertise. Their philanthropic efforts prioritize humanitarian, educational, environmental, and cultural initiatives, aiming to build stronger communities and support innovative projects. Eligibility is limited to local organizations, while ineligible projects include those with political or religious ties. The foundation strives to create a positive societal impact through collaboration and strategic partnerships.
La Roche, Inc.

Unspecified amount

Sidney Stern Memorial Trust Grant

Rolling deadline
The Sidney Stern Memorial Trust Grant supports charitable, scientific, medical, and educational organizations that are 501(c)(3) certified. This private funder emphasizes impactful service to diverse populations without discrimination. Grants must be utilized within the United States and cannot be awarded to individuals, political candidates, or lobbying efforts. The Trust is dedicated to enhancing the general welfare through soundly-managed initiatives that contribute significantly to community needs.
Sidney Stern Memorial Trust

Unspecified amount

SJF Grant

Rolling deadline

Grantmaking

Funding Rooted in Relationships

Our grantmaking supports the work that helps people, families, and neighborhoods build healthy, equitable communities, across generations. It is strategic, relationship-centered, grounded in trust, and shaped by ongoing learning with our community partners.

We focus on work that addresses root causes, strengthens community-led solutions, and builds long-term capacity in Kalamazoo County.

Strategic Pillars

Our strategic pillars are based on what we’ve learned from community, nonprofit and elected leaders. We all share the vision for a Kalamazoo County that includes:

Stryker Johnston Foundation

Up to US $20,000

Youth Equity Grants for Nonprofits from Ann Arbor Area Community Foundation

Applications due Sep 25, 2026
501(c)(3) nonprofits in Washtenaw County, Michigan can apply for Ann Arbor Area Community Foundation’s Community Grantmaking Program; awards up to US $20,000 for youth equity and education initiatives. Funding supports literacy, mental health, mentoring for marginalized youth, and educational programming for people facing unemployment or economic hardship, which can include organizational capacity-building efforts.
Ann Arbor Area Community Foundation

More than US $50,000

Jesse W Couch Foundation Capacity Grants in Michigan

Full proposal due Sep 25, 2026
Michigan 501(c)(3) nonprofits and aligned for-profit organizations seeking to strengthen storytelling and communications capacity may be eligible for the Storytelling Grant, which supports work in preservation, education, and wellness. Jesse W Couch Charitable Foundation funds U.S. organizations, and Michigan groups in areas like wildlife conservation, historic preservation, education, and mental health can apply for more than US $50,000.
Jesse W Couch Charitable Foundation

Unspecified amount

Capacity Building Funding from Grand Haven Foundation

Applications due Oct 5, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations, government units, and religious or educational institutions serving Northwest Ottawa County or greater West Michigan can seek technical assistance funding to strengthen internal capacity and program effectiveness. Grand Haven Area Community Foundation provides support for planning, training, and other capacity-building efforts; applications are accepted year-round with monthly review deadlines.
Grand Haven Area Community Foundation

Unspecified amount

Michigan Community Services Funding via Dudley T Dougherty Foundation

Applications due Oct 31, 2026
Diverse 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations in Michigan seeking support for community services, environmental conservation, or peacebuilding projects can apply for funding through the Dudley T Dougherty Foundation. The foundation’s broad, inclusive mission means Michigan nonprofits working to improve communities and the environment may be eligible for support that can strengthen their organizational capacity.
Dudley T Dougherty Foundation Inc

US $5,000 - US $10,000

Lawrence Foundation Grant

Applications due Nov 1, 2026
The Lawrence Foundation is a private family foundation established in 2000, dedicated to granting funds for environmental and human services causes. Eligible organizations include 501(c)(3) nonprofits and public schools, with grants typically ranging from $5,000 to $10,000. The foundation supports unrestricted grants for various projects, including disaster relief and environmental programs, but does not fund individuals or for-profit entities. Applications are evaluated based on alignment with the foundation's priorities.
Lawrence Foundation

Up to US $7,500

Community Development Funding from The Pokagon Fund

Applications due Nov 2, 2026
Michigan and Indiana 501(c)(3) organizations can apply for The Pokagon Fund’s Pokagon Band Grants, awarding up to US $7,500 for education, poverty reduction, and community vitality projects. Eligible nonprofits serving Hartford or Dowagiac in Michigan, or South Bend in Indiana, may use these funds to strengthen programs and local capacity.
The Pokagon Fund

Up to US $10,000

Community Programs Funding for Michigan Nonprofits via Pokagon Fund

Applications due Nov 2, 2026
The Pokagon Fund provides Michigan nonprofits with up to US $10,000 for projects that benefit Harbor Country residents through education, poverty reduction, and community vitality efforts. Eligible work must serve communities in Berrien County, including New Buffalo, Three Oaks, Chikaming, Grand Beach, and Michiana, and can include early childhood, food security, and public space initiatives.
The Pokagon Fund

US $5,000 - US $25,000

Michigan Nonprofit Funding via Dr Scholl Foundation

Letter of inquiry due Feb 1, 2027
Michigan nonprofits focused on education, social services, health care, civic and cultural work, or environmental projects can access funding through the Dr Scholl Foundation, with typical awards of US $5,000 - US $25,000. 501(c)(3) organizations seeking to strengthen programs or organizational capacity may apply during the annual October–March grant cycle.
Dr Scholl Foundation

Up to US $5,000

Capital Region Community Foundation Support for Mini-Grants

Applications due Feb 4, 2027
With a mission to strengthen small nonprofits, Capital Region Community Foundation provides Michigan organizations with up to US $5,000 for programming, operations, or ongoing projects. Eligible 501(c)(3) nonprofits and similar entities with budgets under $200,000 serving Clinton, Eaton, or Ingham County residents may especially benefit, including those focused on capacity building and community services.
Capital Region Community Foundation

Unspecified amount

Capacity Building Funding for Michigan Nonprofits via Capital Region Community Foundation

Applications due Feb 4, 2027
Nonprofits and other eligible entities in Michigan’s Clinton, Eaton, and Ingham Counties can apply for capacity-building support to strengthen internal management and governance systems. Focused on organizational sustainability and effectiveness, Capital Region Community Foundation invites 501(c)(3) organizations with at least one paid staff and $100,000+ budgets to pursue projects like board development, fundraising planning, and leadership training.
Capital Region Community Foundation

Approximately US $15,000

Old National Bank Grants for Michigan Capacity

Applications due Feb 13, 2027
Michigan 501(c)(3) public charities working on affordable housing, workforce and economic development, or financial empowerment can apply for Old National Bank Foundation grants of approximately US $15,000. Eligible nonprofits must be located within the bank’s Michigan footprint and demonstrate measurable, sustainable impact, with priority for capacity-building efforts serving underrepresented and low- to moderate-income communities.
Old National Bank

Up to US $300,000

Michigan Health Endowment Fund Grants for Michigan Nonprofits

Pre proposal due May 14, 2027
Health-focused Michigan nonprofits and collaboratives supporting children, older adults, or related priorities can seek capacity building funding to strengthen core operations and partnerships. Focused on organizational and collaborative development, the Michigan Health Endowment Fund invites Michigan community-based health organizations to apply for grants up to US $300,000 to improve their ability to address local health needs.
Michigan Health Endowment Fund

US $2,500 - US $10,000

National Trust Grants for Michigan Battlefield Preservation

Applications due Jun 2, 2027
Michigan public agencies and 501(c)(3) or other nonprofits preserving battlefields, viewsheds, and related historic structures can access funding through the National Trust for Historic Preservation; awards US $2,500 - US $10,000 for planning and education. Grants can support preservation planning, professional consultants, organizational capacity building, and innovative public education or outreach efforts.
National Trust for Historic Preservation

US $15,000 - US $25,000

Community Foundation Support for Michigan Arts

Applications due Jul 27, 2027
Small to mid-sized nonprofit arts and culture organizations in Michigan can seek funding to expand access to inclusive arts experiences and strengthen their internal capacity. Focused on arts and culture, Community Foundation for Southeast Michigan invites applicants from Southeast Michigan counties for US $15,000 - US $25,000 to build organizational capacity and deepen community impact.
Community Foundation for Southeast Michigan

US $5,000 - US $250,000

Gupta Family Foundation Grant

Applications due Jul 31, 2027
The Gupta Family Foundation Grant aims to empower disadvantaged individuals by providing financial support to organizations that foster self-reliance. Headquartered in Herndon, Virginia, the foundation offers grants ranging from $5,000 to over $250,000, prioritizing smaller organizations with a strong commitment to their missions. Eligibility typically includes US-based IRS 501(c)(3) entities, with operations extending to countries like India and Kenya. The foundation emphasizes mission alignment and effective resource allocation to ensure maximum impact.
Gupta Family Foundation

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Grant Insights : Capacity Building Grants for Nonprofits in Michigan

Grant Availability

How common are grants in this category?

Common — grants in this category appear regularly across funding sources.

200+ Capacity Building grants for nonprofits in Michigan grants for nonprofits in the United States, from private foundations to corporations seeking to fund grants for nonprofits.

54 Capacity Building grants for nonprofits in Michigan over $25K in average grant size

43 Capacity Building grants for nonprofits in Michigan over $50K in average grant size

34 Capacity Building grants for nonprofits in Michigan supporting general operating expenses

100+ Capacity Building grants for nonprofits in Michigan supporting programs / projects

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Grant Deadline Distribution

Over the past year, when are grant deadlines typically due for Capacity Building grants for Nonprofits in Michigan?

Most grants are due in the second quarter.

Q1
26.9%
Q2
27.2%
Q3
23.8%
Q4
22.0%

Typical Funding Amounts

What's the typical grant amount funded for Capacity Building Grants for Nonprofits in Michigan?

Grants are most commonly $25,000.

$500 $500 Min.
$25,000 $25 K Median
$514,253 $514.3 K Average
$40,331,313 $40.3 M Max.

Average Grant Size

What's the typical amount funded for Michigan?

Grants are most commonly $89,949.

$89,949

Total Number of Grants

What's the total number of grants in Capacity Building Grants for Nonprofits in Michigan year over year?

In 2024, funders in Michigan awarded a total of 65,465 grants.

2022 59,390

2023 60,659

2024 65,465

Top Grant Focus Areas

Among all the Capacity Building Grants for Nonprofits in Michigan 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

Funding Over Time

How is funding for Capacity Building Grants for Nonprofits in Michigan changing over time?

Funding has increased by 4.77%.

2022 $5,494,510,387

2023 $5,608,918,451
2.08%

2024 $5,876,731,534
4.77%

Michigan Counties That Receive the Most Funding

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

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