These foundations have a track record of funding arts & culture work in Michigan, based on IRS 990 grant data. Use the list below to find funders aligned with your mission, then sign up free to see how well your nonprofit fits each one.
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Community buildingCivic engagementArts and culture+3 more
Who can apply: Applicants must propose a creative project or event in a neighborhood or community, with a start date of January 1, 2027 or later and completion by September 30, 2027. Eligible applicants include schools and student organizations, nonprofit organizations with a specific community focus, churches and faith-based organizations, local governments, libraries and public institutions, community organizations, and informal groups of neighbors or community members. Businesses, organizations without a specific neighborhood focus, and past Bridge Builders recipients are not eligible. Projects may not be partisan political activities, sectarian religious activities, fee-based events or fundraisers, loans, routine maintenance, protests, or activities promoting violence, hate, discrimination, or exclusion.
Arts and cultureInterstate artist touringPerformances+3 more
Who can apply: Applicants must be organizations located in the listed Midwestern states or Native Nations and communities sharing that geography; 501(c)(3) nonprofits must have annual expenses of $2 million or less, while tribal organizations may be any budget size. Applicants need a UEI, must be in good standing with Arts Midwest, comply with federal requirements, and propose at least two activities featuring a professional artist or ensemble from outside the applicant’s state, including at least one public performance, exhibition, or workshop and engagement with an underserved audience.
Arts and cultureCivic and communityEducation+4 more
Who can apply: Applicants must be charitable organizations qualified under Internal Revenue Code Section 501(c)(3) and must provide an IRS determination letter, project budget, audited financial statements or applicable IRS filing, current annual report, and website link. Individuals and private foundations are ineligible. Political organizations and organizations seeking to influence legislation are ineligible. The primary geographic area of interest is Michigan. Generally, only one application per organization may be submitted per grant cycle. Prior grantees must wait at least two years after the final payment before applying again; organizations whose applications were declined must generally wait at least two years after the declination notice. Capital project requests may not exceed 10% of total project cost.
Who can apply: Organizations must implement a community reading program using a book from the NEA Big Read Library. Projects must include required book discussions and community events, partnerships with community organizations, and a 1:1 local match.
Arts & CultureEducationFamily and Individual Support+2 more
Who can apply: Organizations must apply to the annual Impact100 Metro Detroit grant process and be selected as semifinalists/finalists. Base eligibility follows the main grant program (501(c)(3), located in Wayne/Oakland/Macomb, ≥3 years financials, project budget ≥$100,000).
Community asset developmentYouth and educationHealth and human services+2 more
Who can apply: Projects generally must benefit South Berrien and Cass Counties. Eligible applications are reviewed by community-representative committees. Applicants are encouraged to contact Jennifer Popielski before submitting a request.
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