Iron Belle Trail Fund
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The Iron Belle Trail Fund is a 501(c)(3) organization that focuses on grantmaking primarily in Michigan, having distributed a total of $61.9K to four grantees in the past year. This funder operates on a relationship-based, invitation-only model and does not accept unsolicited proposals. Nonprofits interested in potential funding opportunities can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
The mission of the Michigan Trails Fund is to secure and distribute private resources that will be used to assist in the expansion and connectivity of the statewide non-motorized trail system which promotes access for all, healthy communities, connects people to places through heritage, improves local economies, and maintains Michigan's position as the trail state.
Cause Areas
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Community recreation
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
NORTH COUNTRY TRAIL ASSOCIATION INCORPORATED
$115.6K
11%
HURON WATERLOO PATHWAYS INITIATIVE
$100K
9%

TRAVERSE AREA RECREATION & TRANSPORTATION TRAILS INC
$25K
2%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to Iron Belle Trail Fund?
No. Iron Belle Trail Fund does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does Iron Belle Trail Fund give?
Iron Belle Trail Fund primarily gives to organizations located in Michigan. 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 Iron Belle Trail Fund’s grants?
The largest share of grants from Iron Belle Trail Fund fall in the $25 thousand to $50 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $48 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does Iron Belle Trail Fund make each year?
In 2024, Iron Belle Trail Fund awarded about 2 grants, totaling nearly $62 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did Iron Belle Trail Fund fund recently?
In 2024, Iron Belle Trail Fund awarded grants to about 4 grantees. Recent grantees include NORTH COUNTRY TRAIL ASSOCIATION INCORPORATED, HURON WATERLOO PATHWAYS INITIATIVE, and TRAVERSE AREA RECREATION & TRANSPORTATION TRAILS INC. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to Iron Belle Trail Fund?
Iron Belle Trail Fund does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
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