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Hours:
Monday 8:00AM - 4:30PM
Tuesday 8:00AM - 4:30PM
Wednesday 8:00AM - 4:30PM
Thursday 8:00AM - 4:30PM
Friday 8:00AM - 2:00PM* or by appointment
*Friday walk-in office hours are 8:00AM-12:00PM or by appointment. Phone assistance is available Friday until 2:00PM.
Location:
Sturgis Area Community Foundation's office address is 310 N. Franks Avenue, Sturgis, MI 49091. We are located inside the Doyle Community Center.
Our Grant Funding
The Community Foundation administers a variety of scholarships to help individuals, families, and businesses create a brighter future by encouraging education.
Through various grant programs, we fund nonprofits that are addressing the area of greatest need across St. Joseph County.
How to Apply for Grants
Nonprofits and organizations submit their grant applications through our online grant portal. The Grants Committees, comprised of board members and other community volunteers with specific expertise, review the applications and make funding recommendations to the Board of Trustees. Our team will then help the receiving organization put its grant into motion.
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Read the SACF Grantmaking Guide
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Ask Questions - Call our office at (269) 659-8508 to have a discussion about your project.
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Start an application through our online Grants Portal
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Submit your proposal online
Community Impact Grants
Application Deadlines: April 1, July 1, October 1, and January 1
Through Community Impact Grants, the Foundation funds nonprofits that meet the area of greatest need in St. Joseph County.
Basic Eligibility Requirements:
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The Foundation only makes grants to federal 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organizations, government entities, school districts, universities, and organizations with a 501(c)(3) sponsor.
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Grants must serve the residents of the communities in the St. Joseph County.
Current Grantmaking Priorities:
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Vibrant Communities
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Educational Attainment & Career Readiness
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Community Development
Please refer to our Grantmaking Guide to learn more about our Grant Priorities.
Types of Grants
Select a grant type to learn more.
Questions?
Email sacf@sturgisfoundation.org or call the SACF office at (269) 659-8508
Upcoming Grant Deadlines
Community Impact Grants
Application Deadline
October 1
Applications Reviewed
Mid-October
Applicants Notified
October 14
Micro-Grants
Application Deadline
October 1
Applications Reviewed
Mid-October
Applicants Notified
October 14
Teacher Mini-Grants
Application Deadline
October 18
Applications Reviewed
November
Applicants Notified
December 13
Sturgis & Constantine YAC
Application Deadline
November 1
Applications Reviewed
Mid-November
Applicants Notified
November 21
October 14
October 1
Community Impact Grants
Mid-October
October 14
October 1
Micro-Grants
Mid-October
December 13
October 18
Teacher Mini-Grants
November
November 20
November 1
Sturgis & Constantine YAC
Mid-November
Upcoming Grant Deadlines & Timeline
Opportunity
Application Deadline
Applications Reviewed
Applicants Notified
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