Berrien Community Foundation announces “For Good” Grants

The Berrien Community Foundation is accepting applications for its “For Good” Grants Donor Name: Berrien Community Foundation State: Michigan County: Berrien County (MI) Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 10/01/2024 Size of the Grant: $15,000 - $1,500 Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: The “For Good” Grants are open for two cycles per year and are available in two sizes: the “For Good” Major for up to $15,000 and the “For Good” Minor for up to $1,500. The “For Good” Minor has a shorter, simpler form geared toward organizations with a smaller request and the “For Good” Major is a standard-length grant application. Focus Areas  Grants are reviewed in the following areas: Arts Children Community Improvement and Special Needs Education Environment Health Seniors Youth Leadership and Development The Berrien Community Foundation is most interested in funding Berrien County programs that: Take an imaginative and innovative approach; Focus on prevention; Solve critical local problems or address critical local needs; Can be sustained without continued funding from the community foundation; Encourage collaboration and cooperation among charities and do not duplicate existing services; Unite and build the communities behind a common goal; Attract volunteer resources and support; and Provide leverage for generating other funds or resources. Eligibility Criteria  This grant opportunity is available to 501c3 nonprofit organizations, schools, religious organizations doing community work and government organizations who are serving Berrien County, Michigan. For more information, visit BCF.