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Grant Opportunities

Nov
7
to Jan 11
Planning, Capital Improvements, Does Not Require 501c3

KIP:D+

Open date: November 7, 2022; Close date: January 11, 2023

Funding available: up to $150,000 for pre-planning, planning, or implementation

Categories: Planning, Capital Improvements

Description: projects in Detroit, Hamtramck and Highland Park neighborhoods that support the vision and creativity of residents. KIP:D+ supports inclusive, collaborative processes that authentically engage community members in planning, design and implementation.

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Oct
3
to Dec 12
Program Support, Capital Improvements, General Operating, Organizational Capacity, Does Not Require 501c3

Ralph C. Wilson Legacy Fund

Open date: October 3, 2023

Application deadline: December 12, 2022

Funding available: $25,000

Categories: Program support, capital improvements, general operating, organizational capacity

Description: Support for projects in southeast Michigan that serve to increase the walkability and bikeability of local communities and/or increasing outdoor recreational activities within the region.

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Oct
1
to Jan 15

MACC Arts Project Minigrants

Open date: October 1, 2022; Close date: January 15, 2023

Funding available: up to $4,000 for arts programs or projects

Categories: Programming

Description: Arts Projects Minigrants fund artistic and cultural projects through nonprofit organizations. Eligible applicants may apply for up to $4,000 for a project taking place during the grant period. More details available here.

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Organizations may apply for all of the above resources. However, please note that the selection process is designed to spread resources to as many applicants and parks as possible. All selected organizations will be invited to share in resources and technical assistance provided by DPC, including: 

  • Optional lunch & learns for networking, learning, and connecting with DPC and the City of Detroit;

  • Access to a shared library with programming and park cleanup supplies;

  • Templates for advertising your programming on print and social media;

  • A contact directory for relevant City of Detroit staff;

  • Inclusion in DPC’s citywide park events calendar.

All organizations will also be invited to an orientation to park stewardship on April 18 from noon-4 pm and a summer season launch on May 27. Please save the dates!

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