Michigan Masonic Charitable Foundation
/OVERVIEW: The Michigan Masonic Charitable Foundation supports literacy, education, public safety, alleviating hunger and family and youth services in Michigan.
FUNDING AREAS: Literacy, education, public safety, alleviating hunger, family and youth services
IP TAKE: Although the Masons are known for taking care of their own members and their families, this foundation also supports broader community efforts, so contact the foundation directly to learn more about applying for funding. Given its exclusivity, it’s not the most accessible funder, but call this funder to learn more about how to get on its grantmaking radar and to see if your work aligns with theirs.
PROFILE: Established in 1891, the Michigan Masonic Charitable Foundation (MMCF) is a member organization-affiliated grantmaking foundation based in Alma, Michigan. Mason representatives from the Michigan Lodges and Order of the Eastern Star chapters serve on the foundation’s board of trustees and manage administration and financials. MMCF also has a foundation staff. The foundation aims to "empower Michigan Masons to change lives through charity.” It funds local efforts for literacy, education, public safety, alleviating hunger and family and youth services.
The Michigan Masonic Charitable Foundation provides funding for the assistance and relief of Masonic families and also for the general population in Michigan communities. MMCF plans signature events to bring donors together and help make a difference in families and communities. These events include the Michigan Masonic Legacy Society, Square and Compass Golf Outing, Friends of the Foundation receptions and Masonic reunions. Past MMCF grants have gone towards program support, capital improvements and general operating support. In addition to grants, MMCF also awards scholarships to local students.
Grants range between about $1,000 and $50,000. Learn more about this funder’s local giving by examining its recent tax records. Grantmaking focuses on the state of Michigan. Past local grantees include the Grand Guardian Council of Michigan, Say Detroit and Traverse City East Middle School.
This foundation does not typically accept unsolicited grant applications from nonprofits and does not publicly share grantmaking guidelines or an online application on its website. Direct general questions to the staff at kostrander@mmcfonline.org or 800-994-7400.
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