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The Michigan Empowerment Fund is a 501(c) grantmaking organization that focuses on funding initiatives within Michigan. With a total of $1.1 million in grants paid to five grantees in 2024, the fund operates on a relationship-based engagement model and does not accept unsolicited proposals; grants are awarded by invitation only. Nonprofits interested in potential funding opportunities can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
THE CORPORATIONS OBJECTIVES INCLUDE CONDUCTING RESEARCH THROUGH POLLING SURVEYS AND OTHER FORMS OF INQUIRY TO ASSESS AND PROMOTE CIVIC ACTION THAT DRIVES ACCESS TO QUALITY EDUCATION JUSTICE AND OPPORTUNITIES FOR SOCIAL MOBILITY; AND ADVOCATING ON BEHALF OF MICHIGAN RESIDENTS FOR FAIR AND EQUITABLE ACCESS TO QUALITY EDUCATION JUSTICE AND OPPORTUNITIES FOR SOCIAL MOBILITY.
Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
21ST CENTURY LEADERSHIP FUND
$750K
66%
NATIONAL ASSOCIATION FOR THE ADVANCEMENT OF COLORED PEOPLE
$330K
29%
DETROIT UNITY FUND
$35K
3%
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Total No. of Grants
8
Median 1st year grant
$35K
Median 2nd year grant
N/A
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to MICHIGAN EMPOWERMENT FUND?
No. MICHIGAN EMPOWERMENT FUND does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does MICHIGAN EMPOWERMENT FUND give?
MICHIGAN EMPOWERMENT FUND primarily gives to organizations located in Michigan and Florida. 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 MICHIGAN EMPOWERMENT FUND’s grants?
The largest share of grants from MICHIGAN EMPOWERMENT FUND fall in the $250 thousand to $500 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $35 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does MICHIGAN EMPOWERMENT FUND make each year?
In 2024, MICHIGAN EMPOWERMENT FUND awarded about 8 grants, totaling nearly $1.1 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did MICHIGAN EMPOWERMENT FUND fund recently?
In 2024, MICHIGAN EMPOWERMENT FUND awarded grants to about 5 grantees. Recent grantees include 21ST CENTURY LEADERSHIP FUND, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION FOR THE ADVANCEMENT OF COLORED PEOPLE, and DETROIT UNITY FUND. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to MICHIGAN EMPOWERMENT FUND?
MICHIGAN EMPOWERMENT FUND does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.