The University of Olivet funds local grants ranging from $250 to $5,000
Nonprofit organizations that serve the Olivet, Michigan community are invited to submit grant proposals to The University of Olivet for a Community Investment Grant ranging from $250 to $5,000.
Nonprofit and civic organizations that primarily support and enrich the Olivet community and its citizens are encouraged to apply. Proposals must be submitted online by January 30, 2024 at UOlivet.edu/community-grant-apply. Grant recipients will be announced in March.
“When The University of Olivet was founded nearly 180 years ago, its founders envisioned a symbiotic relationship of a university and community, created together, working together, thriving together in support of one another. Throughout our long history, there have been countless ways that The University and community have fulfilled this vision, enriching one another intellectually, economically, spiritually and culturally,” said Steven M. Corey, Ph.D., president. “As part of The University of Olivet’s ongoing commitment to the Olivet community, we are pleased to have the opportunity and capacity to provide financial support to key initiatives and needs within the greater Olivet community through our Community Investment Grant. It is an honor to support selected organizations in the important work they do for the benefit of the citizens of Olivet.”
The following nonprofit organizations are eligible to apply:
- Hold a current tax-exempt status as a public charity.
- Be a recognized government entity (state, county or city agency, including law enforcement or fire departments) and request funds exclusively for public purposes.
- Be a K-12 public or nonprofit private school or a church or other faith-based organization with a proposal that benefits the community at large.
Since 2017, The University of Olivet has awarded 22 grants totaling nearly $30,000.
Questions about the grant program or application process may be directed to Alisa Holmes at aholmes@UOlivet.edu or 269-749-7642.