The Youth Advisory Council (YAC) of the Manistee County Community Foundation is pleased to offer a competitive grant program targeted at meeting the needs of Manistee County youth.

Grant Priorities

Grants will support programs and projects that improve the lives of Manistee County youth. The YAC continuously assesses the needs of their peers and identifies top priorities for funding for each grant cycle. For the 2021 cycle, the YAC has identified youth mental health as the top priority. This includes programs/projects that address youth mental health needs as well as improve access to resources and care. Projects must address this area to be considered eligible.

Funding Information

 A minimum of $2,000 is available.

Eligibility Criteria

Eligible applicants include 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations, school districts, units of government (including recognized tribal governments), and other tax-exempt organizations that serve Manistee County residents. Projects must be located within Manistee County unless pre-approved by the Foundation.

For more information, visit Manistee County Community Foundation.