100 Women to Raise $10,000 for Local Non-Profit
The Grand Rapids Area Community Foundation is excited to announce the first-ever 100 Women Who Care Itasca giving circle event, taking place on Monday, May 5, from 6:00 to 7:30 PM at Timberlake Lodge in Grand Rapids, Minnesota. This community-driven initiative brings together women who want to make an immediate and meaningful impact. The concept is simple: one hundred women gather, and each attendee donates $100. Together, they pool their resources to raise at least $10,000 in a single evening for a local nonprofit organization. During the event, attendees will have the opportunity to nominate a nonprofit they are
Investing in Community: The Hill City Area Community Fund
In 2024, the Hill City Area Community Fund (HCACF) awarded seven grants totaling $39,900 to support projects and programs in the Hill City area. As a community-based fund, HCACF provides discretionary grants to initiatives that enhance the quality of life for residents in Jacobson, Swatara, Palisade, Hill City, and the surrounding Macville and Spang Townships. If you are a 501(c)(3) or other not-for-profit organization with a project aimed at improving your community, HCACF encourages you to apply for a grant. The next HCACF meeting is scheduled for April 9 at 6:00 PM. Community members with ideas for how HCACF
Counting Down to Seeds of Change—Celebrating Last Year’s Impact!
As we gear up for this year’s Seeds of Change Campaign, we’re reflecting on the incredible impact of our very first recipient, Great Tails Animal Rescue! Last year, they received $10,000, and their story is nothing short of inspiring. “Our first wish if given any gift under $5,000 was that these monies would go directly into the spay, neuter, and vet care of our pets. Our second wish if we received over a $5,000 gift was that monies went directly to our future shelter building fund. This gift, and other donations immediately after, secured our shelter building goal of $1.4
Greenway Area Community Fund Grant Cycle Opens March 1
The Greenway Area Community Fund is just weeks short of entering grant cycle number SIX, which officially opened on March 1st, 2025. We are excited to begin another season of giving back to our loyal communities. That is the very best part of this entire process. Year after year, we are amazed by our outstanding neighbors who step up to keep rich traditions alive while others are finding new, innovative ways to keep us thriving. Wherever you fit in, we want to help. Because, well, there is something beautiful in helping your neighbor/hood. The neighborhood park gets new equipment; the
GRACF Scholarship Applications Open – Apply by March 1!
Looking for financial support to further your education in the 2025-2026 school year? The Grand Rapids Area Community Foundation (GRACF) offers over 100 scholarships totaling more than $300,000—helping students of all backgrounds achieve their goals. Whether you're a high school senior, a current college student, or a nontraditional learner pursuing vocational, technical, or certification programs, there's a scholarship for you! With just one online application, you’ll be considered for all eligible scholarships. Don’t miss this opportunity—apply by midnight on March 1, 2025. Visit gracf.org and click Apply for Scholarships to get started. Have questions? We're happy to help! Call GRACF
