Areas of Support

The Foundation mission is to “provide grants and gifts for charitable programs and organizations to encourage scientific, literary, recreational and educational activities throughout the Rockford community, including the encouragement of the arts.”  It is the intention of the Foundation to provide funding opportunities that fill voids rather than compete with the already established organizations.

  • Community Impact
  • Safety and Emergency Services

Grants Awarded

  • West Michigan Archery Center
  • Rockford Dog Park
  • Rockford Area Museum
  • Krause Memorial Library
  • North Kent Connect
  • Rockford Towers senior housing facility
  • Rockford Fire Department smoke detector program

Rockford High School Macy’s Day Parade

Rockford High School Rose Parade

 

Grant Application Request

Thank you for your interest in the Rockford Area Community Foundation. Our mission is to provide grants and gifts for charitable programs and organizations to encourage scientific, literary, recreational and educational activities throughout the Rockford community, including the encouragement of the arts. It is the intention of the Foundation to provide funding opportunities that fill voids rather than compete with already established organizations.

The Foundation awards grants up to $5,000.00 to 501(c)(3) tax-exempt programs and organizations located in the greater Rockford area. Please complete the form below to submit your request for an application.

INSTRUCTIONS (All submissions should include the following):

  1. Type all proposals.
  2. Include cover letter.
  3. Include grant application cover sheet.
  4. Follow the attached format to submit narrative. (limit 4 pages)
  5. Submit packet stapled. No binders.

Please mail to: Rockford Area Community Foundation PO Box 561 Rockford MI 49341 The Rockford Area Community Foundation accepts application for grants for consideration by September 30. Grants are awarded at the October meeting.

Thank you for your interest in bringing forth this idea for the betterment of the Rockford Community.

Please use the form below to submit your application.

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