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Est.

2001

Fiscal Year Start

Jan 1

Organization Type

Grantmaker

AI Summary

The Muskegon Lakeshore Chamber of Commerce Foundation is a 501(c)(3) organization that focuses on grantmaking within the Muskegon area. In 2024, the foundation paid a total of $228.5K across four grantees, operating on a relationship-based engagement model and by invitation only. It does not accept unsolicited proposals; however, nonprofits interested in potential funding opportunities can explore warm-introduction pathways via Impala's Funder Prospecting.

Mission Statement

PROMOTE SOCIAL WELFARE, BRING COMMUNITY TOGETHER, PROMOTE COMMUNITY AS A WHOLE AND COMBAT NEIGHBORHOOD DETERIORATION BY CREATING INCENTIVE TO INVEST IN THE COMMUNITY. ALSO, TO SUPPORT EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS ON COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT AND THE ROLE ON INDIVIDUALS IN THE DEVELOPMENT OF THEIR COMMUNITY.
Total Funding Given
$228.5K
2024
Grantees funded
4
Multi-year grantees
75%
Funding by Year
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Total No. of Grants
2
Median 1st year grant
$54K
Median 2nd year grant
$67.5K
T
Tom Schultz
Board Member
C
Christopher Kelly
Board Member
S
Steve Olsen
Board Member

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to MUSKEGON LAKESHORE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE FOUNDATION?
No. MUSKEGON LAKESHORE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does MUSKEGON LAKESHORE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE FOUNDATION give?
MUSKEGON LAKESHORE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE FOUNDATION primarily gives to organizations located in Michigan and Tennessee. These states represent the largest share of the foundation’s grantmaking by dollars awarded. Additional geographic details are available to registered users.
What size are MUSKEGON LAKESHORE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from MUSKEGON LAKESHORE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE FOUNDATION fall in the $100 thousand to $250 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $54 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does MUSKEGON LAKESHORE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2024, MUSKEGON LAKESHORE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE FOUNDATION awarded about 2 grants, totaling nearly $228 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did MUSKEGON LAKESHORE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2024, MUSKEGON LAKESHORE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 4 grantees. Recent grantees include MUSKEGON AREA FIRST, MUSKEGON LAKESHORE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE, and BLACK CLARKSVILLE INC. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to MUSKEGON LAKESHORE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE FOUNDATION?
MUSKEGON LAKESHORE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.