Fall Grant Application

Please use the form below to apply for the Shiawassee Community Foundation Fall Grant Cycle. Applications are open November 1, 2026-December 15, 2026.

Late submissions will not be accepted. PDF applications are available upon request and can be submitted via email. Contact our office with any questions or if you experience any difficulties filling out the form: call (989) 725-1093 or email rashelle@shiacf.org.

Which grant are you applying for?

Please select which grant you are applying for. Grants are awarded to qualifying organizations including non-profits that are tax exempt under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code, schools, municipalities, and other governmental entities that serve a charitable purpose.

Debra Wegman Memorial Fund

This fund was started by Debra’s husband (Dr. Patrick Wegman) and son (Patrick Wegman II) on the 10th anniversary of her passing to commemorate her life and give back to the community that has nurtured their family for so many years. The purpose of this fund is to assist programs focusing on healthcare, education, arts and theatre, community improvement, ministry and spiritual enrichment, beautification projects (especially water-related), youth programs, senior programs, or programs serving other unmet charitable needs.

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Montgomery Family Fund

The Montgomery Family Fund honors Allen Montgomery, an Owosso High School biology teacher who will always be remembered by his students as a tennis enthusiast who carried racquets in the trunk of his car and would provide one to any student showing interest. The purpose of this fund is to award grants for programs or projects that will benefit conservation, recreation, the arts, or people with special needs in Shiawassee County.

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Playground Restoration & Maintenance Fund

The purpose of this fund, which was established in 1998 by the Cook Family Foundation, is to provide materials and supplies to volunteer groups for the repair or enhancement of public playgrounds and other recreational facilities for youth in Shiawassee County.

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Russell & Annabelle Woodard Family Fund

This fund was established by Diane (Woodard) and Rob Collier to remember Diane’s parents, Russell and Annabelle. The purpose of this fund is to benefit family, youth, animal welfare, beautification, and/or preservation projects in Shiawassee County.

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Ryan Jones Memorial Fund: Animal Welfare

Ryan Jones was the co-owner of TIAL Products in Owosso, where he enjoyed working side by side with his brother, Gregg. The purpose of this fund is to benefit animal welfare organizations in Shiawassee County. Preference is given to programs providing safe, humane, and comfortable care and treatment options for cats. The grant may also fund “catch, spay/neuter, and release” programs for feral cat colonies.

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William "Bill" J. Brooks Memorial Fund

The family of William “Bill” J. Brooks established a memorial fund to honor the legacy of U.S. Navy Veteran, Bill Brooks. After traveling the world with his wife Heather, they returned to live in his hometown of Owosso. He built a life here with his wife and their daughter, Cheyenne. The beautification of the Owosso community is something that Bill put his heart and hard work into. The purpose of this fund is to support community beautification projects. This could include, but is not limited to, tree and flower planting, community gardens, upkeep/repair of downtown projects, parks, and community spaces, as well as plant and tree education/camps/classes for any age.

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Organizational information

Legal Name of Organization(Required)

Address(Required)

Street Address Address Line 2 City State / Province / Region ZIP / Postal Code

Phone(Required)

Website link

Tax ID Number (EIN)(Required)

Grant Amount Requested(Required)

Contact Information

Name(Required)

First Last

Phone

If different than above.

Email(Required)

Required Attachments

Attachments must be submitted before the application deadline of December 15, 2026.

Narrative(Required)

Please attach a narrative answering the following questions. Be as clear as possible when describing your proposed project. 1. What equipment or program will the requested grant money be used for? Please describe. 2. What is the timetable for implementation of this project? 3. What outcomes do you hope to achieve with this project? How will you evaluate the success of the project?

Max. file size: 50 MB.

Project budget(Required)

Attach a budget, be specific about how grant funds will be spent if awarded.

Max. file size: 50 MB.

IRS determination letter or proof of the organization's structure(Required)

Max. file size: 50 MB.

Most recent financial statements or tax return of the organization(Required)

Max. file size: 50 MB.

Current list of governing body and officers of the organization(Required)

School/student organizations must include the name and contact information of their adult advisor/coach.

Max. file size: 50 MB.

For student/school organizations ONLY: Letter of support from the school principal or superintendent

Max. file size: 50 MB.

Other partners (if any) in the project and their roles

Leave this field blank if it doesn’t apply.

Final checklist

Before submitting, please ensure you have included the following:

Grant Application Form

Narrative

Required Attachments

Authorized Signature

Authorized Signature(Required)

First Last

Title(Required)

Date(Required)