Grant Opportunities
Keweenaw Community Foundation awards grants to support programs, projects, and initiatives that strengthen the Keweenaw.
The Fall grant cycle will open on September 1, 2026. Continue reading for more important dates.
Eligibility
Nonprofits with 501(c)(3) tax-exempt status, educational institutions, governmental entities, and religious organizations are encouraged to apply. Projects must support Houghton and Keweenaw Counties and adhere to KCF’s Non-Discrimination Policy.
Fall 202 Grant Cycle
Important Dates:
September 1, 2026: Application will open
September 9, 2026 at 4:30 pm: Grant Open House at Keweenaw Community Foundation office
October 15 at 11 pm EST: Application will close
December 1, 2026: All applicants will be notified
Selected grant recipients will be provided with further instructions.
Grant Open House
September 9, 2026 | 4:30 pm
Room 306, 417 Quincy St., Hancock
Planning to apply for the Fall grant cycle? Join us for an open house to get your questions answered and meet our team.
Requirements for Awarded Grants
What happens next? If you are awarded a grant, the next step is to sign the “Acceptance of Grant Agreement,” now available online. See your award letter for details.
The Foundation's policy is to disburse grant money when required by the recipient organization. When the need arises, submit a request for your grant check using this NEW form. Please provide evidence and maintain sufficient documentation to demonstrate compliance with the request.
Project Report
For the Foundation to maintain an ongoing flow of funding, grants obligated or encumbered should be distributed within twelve (12) months from the award date. Otherwise, the grant will be rescinded.
A report with your grant number is required within 30 days of funds being disbursed or of the project being completed. Please contact us if you need an extension. NEW: submit your grant report online or schedule a 1:1 conversation with the Director of Programs!
Photos: Please include a few photos of your project when you submit the report to be included in the publicity of our granting program. We would prefer pictures with people, but be sure to have consent to share.
Attention all 501(c)(3) and other nonprofit-status organizations: To stay up to date on when our next grant cycle is available, sign up for our email newsletter.
Have Questions?
For more information or questions about grants, please contact Madelina DiLisi, Director of Programs.