Best Montcalm County Grants for Nonprofits in Michigan

Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT)

MDOT is responsible for Michigan’s nearly 10,000-mile state highway system, comprised of all M, I, and US-routes. It is the backbone of Michigan’s 122,000-mile highway, road and street network. The state owns over 4,800 highway, railroad and pedestrian bridges, 665 miles of railroad track, roughly 2,700 miles of non-motorized trails, and three airports. Additionally, MDOT administers state and federal transportation programs for aviation, intercity passenger services, rail freight and local public transit services.

Mission: Serving and connecting people, communities, and the economy through transportation. Vision: To provide people with a safe, future-driven, interconnected multimodal transportation network that ensures equitable options.

Transportation Economic Development Fund Category A

The goal of Category A (Economic Development Road Projects) is to promote increased economic potential and improve the quality of life through the support of job creation and retention in Michigan. Category A provides funding for transportation projects that:

• Improve the network of highway services essential to economic competitiveness.
• Improve accessibility to target industries as a catalyst for economic growth.
• Support private initiatives that create or retain jobs.
• Encourage economic development and redevelopment efforts that improve the health, safety, and welfare of Michigan residents. 

Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT)

MDOT is responsible for Michigan’s nearly 10,000-mile state highway system, comprised of all M, I, and US-routes. It is the backbone of Michigan’s 122,000-mile highway, road and street network. The state owns over 4,800 highway, railroad and pedestrian bridges, 665 miles of railroad track, roughly 2,700 miles of non-motorized trails, and three airports. Additionally, MDOT administers state and federal transportation programs for aviation, intercity passenger services, rail freight and local public transit services.

Mission: Serving and connecting people, communities, and the economy through transportation. Vision: To provide people with a safe, future-driven, interconnected multimodal transportation network that ensures equitable options.

Transportation Economic Development Fund Category F

The goal of Category F (Cities in rural counties) is to provide system continuity with the secondary all-season road system. Category F provides funding for transportation projects that:

• Improve access to the state all-season system.
• Improve safety and all-season capabilities on routes having high commercial traffic.
• Are coordinated with the secondary all-season system (TEDF Category D) or provide all-season routes within an urban area.

Michigan Economic Development Corporation

The MEDC is a public-private partnership that serves as the state’s marketing arm and lead advocate for business development, equitable job growth, and community development with the focus on growing Michigan’s economy. Our mission is to achieve long-term economic prosperity for Michiganders through the Make It in Michigan economic development strategy by attracting and developing people, cultivating and revitalizing places, and competing for and winning projects of all sizes.

Public Spaces Community Places (PSCP)

Program Description

The Michigan Economic Development Corporation, in conjunction with Detroit-based crowdfunding platform Patronicity, and in partnership with the Michigan Municipal League, has developed Public Spaces Community Places, a creative placemaking and funding program.

Public Spaces Community Places (PSCP) is a grant match program that utilizes donation-based crowdfunding to generate public interest and funding to revitalize or create public spaces. By utilizing web-based donations, projects are accessible to anyone willing to donate in real-time. This model we call crowdgranting engages the public as each person plays a part in achieving place-based improvements and instills community pride as residents become invested in their surroundings.

About AOTF

For over 60 years, the American Occupational Therapy Foundation has been the premier catalyst for occupational therapy research, transforming how people with disabilities and health challenges participate in meaningful daily activities.

Established in 1965, AOTF is an independent 501(c)(3) charitable, scientific, and educational organization. We serve as the premier resource for occupational therapy research and scholarship, working alongside researchers, educators, practitioners, community partners, and students to build evidence-based practice that improves lives.

As the only foundation dedicated exclusively to advancing occupational therapy science, we bridge the critical gap between innovative research and real-world practice. Our work ensures that occupational therapy interventions are grounded in rigorous scientific evidence, ultimately improving outcomes for millions of people worldwide.

Mary J. Bridle First Research Award

The Mary J. Bridle First Research Award fosters scholarship and encourages first research efforts within the occupational therapy community. This Pi Theta Epsilon member-exclusive award supports students, young practitioners, and recent graduates conducting their initial formal research projects, helping to build the foundation for lifelong scholarly contributions to the field.

Award Purpose

The Mary J. Bridle Award provides an opportunity for Pi Theta Epsilon members to:

• Have their research manuscript reviewed by experts in the field
• Be considered for publication in OTJR: Occupational Therapy Journal of Research
• Receive recognition and financial support for their first research effort
• Build confidence and experience as emerging OT researchers
• This award supports Pi Theta Epsilon’s mission to promote research and scholarly activities within the field of occupational therapy.

About

Our programs and activities improve the quality of everyday life for people and families with autism along seven key dimensions that are critical to living each day fully.

We aim to provide a path for education and/or employment during the day; opportunities for physical and social activity outside of work/school; and the tools to be safe, supported, and informed at all times.

Kodi Lee Gives Back Grant

Kodi Lee Creates "Kodi Lee Gives Back Grant" in Partnership with Flutie Foundation

We are proud to join forces with our good friend and winner of America's Got Talent, Kodi Lee, for the "Kodi Lee Gives Back Grant!" Thanks to Kodi's leadership, the Flutie Foundation can provide grants to autism self-advocates 15 years of age and older in pursuit of music-related classes, scholarships, therapies, music equipment, and more. Together, through the Kodi Lee Gives Back Grant, Kodi and the Flutie Foundation will help more people with autism pursue their musical dreams and passions, like Kodi!

Apply for a Music Scholarship

Together with the legendary performer and autism self-advocate Kodi Lee, the Flutie Foundation is thrilled to provide the collaborative Kodi Lee Gives Back Grant. This is a unique opportunity for autistic teens and young adults to elevate their music dreams.

Are you an aspiring musician looking to take your talent to the next level? 

This grant supports autistic people of all musical backgrounds and ability levels. Whether you are just getting started, or looking to build a career in music, you can apply to receive a scholarship to invest in your music journey.

Kodi's leadership in the autism community is paving the way for more representation of people with autism to access music opportunities. This grant will cover a wide range of music-related opportunities, including:

• Workshops or music master classes
• Voice coaching or instrument lessons (introductory or advanced)
• Studio recording sessions
• Music therapy
• Music business development opportunities
• Marketing or social media support
• Connecting to performance and career business opportunities in the music industry

Help End Alzheimer's

The CART Fund is dedicated to funding cutting-edge, high-impact research to find a cure for Alzheimer’s Disease. We are proud to collaborate with more than 600 Rotary Clubs in 50 Rotary Districts around the US who #StandWithCART.

100% of all donations go directly to research.

ADRC-Supported Programs: Request for Pilot Projects for Early Stage Investigators

CART Discovery Grant

Projects are intended for new/early-stage faculty only (i.e, instructor, assistant professor, or equivalent, with institutional privileges to serve as PI on federal grants).

Areas of research can range from basic, translational and clinical investigations. Studies of pre- clinical phases of disease and approaches useful in differentiating disease processes from normal aging, as well as multi-etiology dementia, early interventions, imaging and biomarkers, are encouraged. Applicants may consult with ADRC scientists for strategic and statistical advice.

Please write a cover letter and include affirmation that this is a NEW pilot project and not supported by federal or non-federal sponsored grants. The applicant may request a project period of up to one year with a budget for DIRECT COSTS of up to $50,000. CART will send payment for these Pilot Grants at the beginning of the project. INDIRECT COST RECOVERY IS NOT ALLOWED.

Institutional matching funds are encouraged.

About

Mission

To protect Michigan’s environment and public health by managing air, water, land, and energy resources. 

Vision

A Michigan that respects people, treasures natural resources, and fosters thriving communities throughout our two peninsulas.

Renewables Ready Communities Award

The Renewables Ready Communities Award (RRCA) is a one-time payment that local governments can receive for hosting and/or permitting eligible large-scale renewable energy projects. Local governments can apply as soon as an eligible energy project is permitted, and award payment is made when construction on the project begins.

I-B Program Description

The Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE) protects Michigan's environment and public health by managing air, water, land, and energy resources, and is focused on addressing climate change. In fiscal year (FY) 2026, EGLE will award up to $5,000 per megawatt (MW) to local governments that permitted and/or host eligible renewable energy projects.

• a. Increase the revenue available for local governments that enable eligible renewable energy projects and therefore contribute to Michigan's energy needs with community-led energy projects;
• b. Enable this revenue to apply towards any project of public benefit the local government deems fit, increasing the value of local permitting in parallel to the additional value involved in State permitting as per Public Act 233.

Through the generosity of donors to the Foundation Council, MNRS is able to offer nurse researchers grant opportunities to further their work and contribute to the profession of nursing science. The Foundation and Grants Committee urges you to apply for one of the grant opportunities offered solely to MNRS members. You must remain a member of MNRS for the entire duration of the grant process.About MNRS Post-Dissertation GrantThe Midwest Nursing Research Society is pleased to offer TWO MNRS Post-Dissertation Grant of up to $2,500. The purpose of this grant is to support nurse researchers in the Midwest who have completed their doctoral degree and are in the post-doctoral phase and beyond. These grants are designed to provide funding that helps advance independent programs of research and contribute to the growth of nursing science and practice.

Funds are available to support quantitative, qualitative, or mixed-methods studies on any topic relevant to nursing science.

Through the generosity of donors to the Foundation Council, MNRS is able to offer nurse researchers grant opportunities to further their work and contribute to the profession of nursing science. The Foundation and Grants Committee urges you to apply for one of the grant opportunities offered solely to MNRS members. You must remain a member of MNRS for the entire duration of the grant process.About MNRS Kevin & Mary Anthony Family Grant for Transforming Long-Term CareThe MNRS/Kevin & Mary Anthony Family Grant for Transforming Long-Term Care supports the initiatives that drive meaningful and transformative improvements in the nursing-home work environment by addressing one of two priorities: 

1. Strengthening leadership, teamwork, and/or communication—both within and across disciplines—as core drivers of improved resident- and family-centered care and outcomes.

2. Advancing meaningful engagement and empowering nursing assistants to share their perspectives and actively shape care practices and workplace decisions.

Funding will support bold ideas using quantitative or mixed-methods research projects that address either of these priorities and contribute to sustainable, evidence-based improvements in long-term care.

Through the generosity of donors to the Foundation Council, MNRS is able to offer nurse researchers grant opportunities to further their work and contribute to the profession of nursing science. The Foundation and Grants Committee urges you to apply for one of the grant opportunities offered solely to MNRS members. You must remain a member of MNRS for the entire duration of the grant process.

About MNRS Joseph & Jean Buckwalter Dissertation Grant

This grant was made possible through a bequest from the estate of Dr. Joseph and Jean Buckwalter to their son and daughter-in-law, Jody and Kitty Buckwalter. The purpose of this grant is to support the research development of budding scholars in the Midwest Region, especially those with interests in chronic illness and mental health. All applicants MUST be current active members of MNRS to be eligible for this grant.

Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture

The Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture encourages, protects and promotes agriculture and related industries throughout the commonwealth while providing consumer protection through inspection services that impact the health and financial security of Pennsylvania's citizens.

Wine Marketing & Research Program

Introduction

The Pennsylvania Wine Marketing and Research Program Board (Board) annually, or more frequently as the availability of the fund permits, solicits applications for grants to conduct promotion, marketing and research projects to increase the quality, profitability, production and sale of wines, enhance the wine industry and benefit wine producers of this Commonwealth.

Research includes, but is not limited to:

• Characterization of Accentuated Cut Edges (ACE)
• Impacts of Spotted Lanternfly
• Impact of Under-trellis Groundcover
• Marketing Education and Professional Development for the PA Wine Industry
• Pennsylvania Wine Land Statewide Marketing & Promotions
• Spotted Wing Drosophila in Pennsylvania
• Grapevine Leafroll Viruses
• Tannin Extraction

The Young Faculty Award (YFA) 2027, sponsored by the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA), seeks to support emerging researchers in academia and non-profit research institutions. This program focuses on those without previous DARPA funding, aiming to align innovative research with national security needs. By providing significant funding, the YFA encourages the development of transformative capabilities for the Department of War, fostering the next generation of researchers dedicated to addressing critical national security challenges.

The FY 2027 - 2029 Broad Agency Announcement by NOAA seeks proposals for innovative research and projects through the Cooperative Ecosystem Studies Unit (CESU) program. This initiative connects federal agencies with diverse partners to address ecological challenges. It encourages efforts that enhance understanding of weather and environmental systems while ensuring the conservation of marine resources. Funding is contingent on appropriations, and applications are subject to an administrative review process.

The PATC3H-IN initiative focuses on improving HIV care for adolescents in resource-constrained settings while generating evidence that can enhance care models in the United States. By developing scalable care delivery strategies and studying their impact, the project aims to address barriers faced by young people, such as stigma and access issues. This research is crucial for achieving effective interventions, ultimately helping to reduce new HIV infections and improve health outcomes for adolescents both domestically and globally.

The Discovery Gateway to Reproductive Health Innovation, established by the NICHD, aims to create a comprehensive knowledgebase to advance research on various reproductive health conditions like preeclampsia and infertility. This initiative will integrate clinical and multi-omic data to bridge critical knowledge gaps, enabling scientists to generate insights that could lead to new treatments and commercial products, thereby accelerating public-private partnerships and improving health outcomes.

The Learning Disabilities Research Centers program, supported by the Eunice Kennedy Shriver National Institute of Child Health and Human Development, aims to enhance outcomes for children with learning disabilities such as dyslexia and dyscalculia. This initiative promotes collaborative research to improve SLD identification, understanding genetic factors, and testing innovative interventions. By fostering mentorship and collaboration, the program seeks to empower the next generation of researchers and enhance educational strategies for affected youth.

The CAPSTONE Centers for Multidisciplinary Research in Child Abuse and Neglect aims to address the critical public health issue of child sexual abuse (CSA). This initiative focuses on overcoming research challenges and enhancing data infrastructure to support innovative studies on CSA interventions and long-term health outcomes. By emphasizing prevention and translational research, the Centers seek to create measurable impacts on public health, thus contributing to the well-being of affected children and communities.

Michigan Economic Development Corporation

The MEDC is a public-private partnership that serves as the state’s marketing arm and lead advocate for business development, equitable job growth, and community development with the focus on growing Michigan’s economy. Our mission is to achieve long-term economic prosperity for Michiganders through the Make It in Michigan economic development strategy by attracting and developing people, cultivating and revitalizing places, and competing for and winning projects of all sizes.

The mission of the MEDC is to achieve long-term economic prosperity for Michiganders by attracting and developing people, cultivating and revitalizing places, and competing for and winning projects. MEDC's strategic focus aims to position Michigan at the leading edge of economic development in the nation. Read more in our Strategic Focus. 

Small Business Support Hubs Program

Small Business Support Hubs (SBSH) will deploy $11.3 million in state-appropriated funding, administered by the Michigan Economic Development Corporation (“MEDC”) on behalf of the Michigan Strategic Fund (“MSF”) to support small businesses, across the state of Michigan. This initiative provides resources to support the expansion, operation, and scaling of small businesses through the continued work of support hubs or community incubators that promote innovation and entrepreneurship, foster local growth, and increase access to economic resources. Services may include mentorship, training, technical assistance, and networking opportunities. Further, the SBSH program will raise awareness of local, state and federal resources and will help foster a collaborative culture among service providers to better support entrepreneurs in navigating these resources.

Eligible entrepreneurial hubs are entities that have a physical space that provide training and resources to entrepreneurs through a combination of direct services, remote services and referral relationships. An eligible applicant must be a non-profit organization that self-identifies as an entrepreneurial hub, is headquartered in Michigan and is in good standing with the state. 

About Sawyer Foundation Charitable Trust Our mission is to support partner organizations that share the gift of clean drinking water to under-resourced communities. Our vision is to see all of our global community have access to clean, safe drinking water.Through our partnership with Sawyer, our nonprofit partners have access to affordable, point-of-use filters designed to provide reliable access to clean water for 10+ years.‍

Sawyer partners with over 140 non-profits in more than 100 countries, providing clean water to families lacking access to clean water – for long-term relief and in disaster situations.About Sawyer Foundation Grant We prioritize projects that demonstrate a strong commitment to:

• Long-term sustainability in water filtration and access.
• Training, follow-up, and local engagement that strengthen best practices.
• Data collection or research that improves project implementation and outcomes.
• Unique expertise, partnerships, or approaches that enhance global impact.

Michigan Economic Development Corporation

The MEDC is a public-private partnership that serves as the state’s marketing arm and lead advocate for business development, equitable job growth, and community development with the focus on growing Michigan’s economy. Our mission is to achieve long-term economic prosperity for Michiganders through the Make It in Michigan economic development strategy by attracting and developing people, cultivating and revitalizing places, and competing for and winning projects of all sizes.

The mission of the MEDC is to achieve long-term economic prosperity for Michiganders by attracting and developing people, cultivating and revitalizing places, and competing for and winning projects. MEDC's strategic focus aims to position Michigan at the leading edge of economic development in the nation. Read more in our Strategic Focus. 

Direct Business Assistance Awards

Direct Business Assistance awards are intentionally limited and are meant to serve as a reserve for business needs which cannot be directly met through programs or services provided by the Hub. The distribution of grants must align with the following requirements:

• Direct Business Assistance awards to an individual business may not exceed $10,000 (any amount higher than $10,000 may be pre-approved on a case by case basis with approval from the Grant Manager)
• Direct Business Assistance awards must relate to eligible programs or services provided by the Hub. Eligible grant recipients must have completed an eligible program or service within the previous six months in order to receive a grant.
• Direct Business Assistance awards must be used to support the establishment, expansion, operation, and scaling of small businesses. 

Eligible entrepreneurial hubs are entities that have a physical space that provide training and resources to entrepreneurs through a combination of direct services, remote services and referral relationships. An eligible applicant must be a non-profit organization that self-identifies as an entrepreneurial hub, is headquartered in Michigan and is in good standing with the state. 

The F26AS00088 grant program aims to support states and tribes in preventing and compensating for livestock losses due to wolf depredation. Funded by the US Department of the Interior's Fish and Wildlife Service, it promotes nonlethal strategies for livestock protection, such as fencing and livestock-guarding dogs, while also providing reimbursement for confirmed losses. This initiative enhances coexistence between wildlife and agriculture, ensuring sustainable practices for livestock producers.

The UNLOCK program aims to enhance energy and critical resource extraction from subsurface resources, addressing geological and technical challenges. It focuses on increasing extraction efficiency from low permeability formations and optimizing water management while ensuring cost efficiency. Despite advancements in hydraulic fracturing, recovery rates remain below 20%, leaving significant resources untapped. This initiative seeks innovative solutions to improve recovery methods and manage produced water effectively, paving the way for more sustainable resource utilization.

The UNLOCK program by the U.S. Department of Energy aims to revolutionize subsurface resource extraction by enhancing recovery efficiency from low-permeability formations. This initiative seeks to overcome geological challenges that hinder oil, gas, geothermal, and mineral recovery. By developing innovative stimulation techniques and field-validation processes, UNLOCK targets a twofold increase in resource recovery efficiency while minimizing costs and wastewater production, ultimately contributing to national energy resilience and reduced foreign energy dependency.

The Residential Services for Unaccompanied Alien Children program aims to support organizations providing safe, high-quality care for children in federal custody due to immigration status. This initiative requires providers to be licensed and available 24/7, ensuring children's well-being while they await permanent placements. Special emphasis is placed on facilities near the U.S.-Mexico border, highlighting the need for immediate and responsive care options for vulnerable populations.

Parrot Head Emergency Phund Guidelines

Purpose

The purpose of the Emergency Phund is to aid Parrot Heads with financial assistance during difficulties resulting from a natural disaster. The Phund is maintained by the Board of Directors on the Lone Palm Foundation and applications will be reviewed by this board. Assistance approval is based on Board review and availability of funds.

Application Procedure

Please be as detailed as possible when completing your application. This will ensure The Lone Palm Foundation Board has all the information they need to review and make a decision on your application. Once your complete application and verification documents have been submitted, it will be reviewed in the order it was received. If the Lone Palm Foundation Board should need additional information, please be sure to provide this in a timely manner. Failure to provide the information in a timely manner could result in loss of consideration for funding.

Repayment and Donation

There is no requirement for repayment of the financial assistance provided through the Lone Palm Foundation Emergency Phund. We do encourage all Parrot Heads to help The Lone Palm Foundation continue its operations by making a donation once the crisis has passed. This donation will allow us to help many other Parrot Heads who find themselves in the same situation.

About the Grant: The Rebecca Broussard Developing Rider Grants are bestowed by the Broussard family through the USEA Foundation in memory and honor of Rebecca Chaney Broussard. “Becky” supported numerous international riders through both her generous financial contributions and horse ownership. The Rebecca Broussard Developing Rider Grants are designed to assist and to encourage the education and development of event riders at the highest level of the sport. These grants are awarded to offset some of the travel and training expenses in the pursuit of achieving the qualities of an international rider. These grants are not available to any rider that has already achieved the honor of representing the United States at the Pan American Games, Olympics or World Equestrian Games.The Rebecca Broussard Developing Rider Fund is separated into three types:

1. Rebecca Broussard International Developing Rider Grant (also known as the “Big Becky”) awards $50,000 for the educational development of an international quality rider based on competition in eventing on the global stage. 

2. Rebecca Broussard National Developing Rider Grant (also known as the “Little Becky”) awards $15,000 for the educational development of an international quality rider based on competition in eventing on the national stage. 

3. Rebecca Farm Travel Grants are smaller grants made available to better assist riders to visit The Event at Rebecca Farm in order to interview for the Developing Rider Grants.