The Grand Traverse Regional Community Foundation has awarded a total of $1,680,497 to 156 organizations across Antrim, Benzie, Grand Traverse, Kalkaska, and Leelanau counties so far this year. These grant awards come from several of the Community Foundation’s grant opportunities, funds, and endowments, including its quick response grants and diversity, equity, and inclusion grants as well as organization endowments, the Wilfred and Joan Larson Endowment, and donor advised funds.
Leelanau grant recipients include: 5Loaves2Fish, Friends of Sleeping Bear Dunes, Glen Lake Association, Leelanau Community Cultural Center, Mancelona Education Foundation, Mashup Rock & Roll Musical, Mnamaaadiziwin, Inc., ShareCare of Leelanau and more.
“We pride ourselves on creating impact for our region through a variety of funding opportunities,” said Steve Wade, Vice President of Community Impact. “Our grant cycles, funds, and endowments showcase how we can spark positive change when we work together with donors, community partners, and grant recipients.”
