The Jackson Community Foundation aims to encourage youth as philanthropists and to build enduring funds addressing youth-related needs in each community. Inspired by the W.K. Kellogg Foundation, it focuses on nurturing philanthropic leadership among youth and supporting initiatives benefiting Jackson County's younger population.
The grant program aims to address the operational needs of nonprofit organizations, with a special emphasis on supporting efforts that advance diversity, equity, and inclusion in Jackson County, Michigan. This initiative is jointly funded by the Community Needs Endowment Fund and a contribution from the Consumers Energy Foundation. Nonprofit organizations that serve Jackson County and possess a 501(c)3 status are eligible to apply for Operational Support Grants, which are scaled according to the organization's annual budget:
This approach intends to bolster nonprofit operations, ensuring they have the necessary resources to effectively serve the community and support inclusivity initiatives.