Fremont Area Community Foundation recently awarded $2.7 million in its first community grant round of 2024.
Grants were awarded to a variety of organizations and programs serving Newaygo County residents, including waterway restoration and protection, art programs, after-school programs, and more. Most grants targeted one of the Community Foundation’s three focus areas: community development, education, and poverty reduction.
Newaygo County received a $98,000 grant to support recycling services. Donors contributed an additional $2,000 from donor advised funds. Funding will support recycling efforts while reducing waste throughout the county. Newaygo, Croton, White Cloud, Fremont, Garfield Township, and Grant all currently host community drop off sites for recycling.
Newaygo County Regional Educational Service Agency will receive up to $127,126 for skilled trades expansion at the Newaygo County Career Tech Center. A donor contributed an additional $500 from a donor advised fund. The grant will support the addition of a new HVAC program along with updates to the construction program area.
Hope 101 Ministry received a $24,870 grant for operating support as they provide transitional and stable housing for local individuals and families experiencing homelessness. In addition to safe housing, Hope 101 offers case management, financial literacy classes, and mentoring opportunities.
The Community Foundation accepts community grant applications online twice each year. In 2023, the Community Foundation awarded more than $6 million in its two community grant rounds.
The next grant deadline is September 3. For more information, visit facommunityfoundation.org/grants.
