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Charlevoix County Community Foundation

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About Us

The Charlevoix County Community Foundation is dedicated to inspiring generosity to drive positive change for the people and places in our area, now and forever. We are passionate about enhancing all aspects of life in our communities to ensure everyone can live, grow, and thrive here.

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General News
Leadership Learning Lab
Jun 8, 2026

Sign up today! C3F, in partnership with Petoskey-Harbor Springs Area Community Foundation and Rotary Charities of Traverse City, is proud to once again bring Leadership Learning Lab to Charlevoix and Emmet Counties.

General News
Out in the Community with C3F - NLEA
Jun 8, 2026

Recently, C3F President Sara Ward and Community Grantmaking staffer Ashley Cousens attended the Northern Lakes Economic Alliance Economic Symposium. 

General News
Claim or Renew your C3F Scholarship Award Today
Jun 8, 2026

Claim or renew your C3F Scholarship award today!

Impact Stories | Grants In Action
Charlevoix Circle of Arts - Big and Small Exhibition
Jun 8, 2026

A recent Arts & Culture grant supported the Charlevoix Circle of Arts fall 2025 exhibition, Big and Small, which was a well-received and engaging visual arts experience that invited visitors to explore the impact of scale in art.

Impact Stories | Grants In Action
Crooked Tree Arts Center - School of Ballet
Jun 8, 2026

A recent Youth Needs grant helped Crooked Tree Arts Center School of Ballet support a Choreographic Mentorship Residency for the School of Ballet.

Impact Stories | Grants In Action
Beaver Island Historical Society - Kids’ Camp
May 15, 2026

A Youth Needs grant helped support Beaver Island Historical Society’s Kids’ Camp, a weeklong day camp full of fun activities, games, crafts, outdoor adventure, and Island history.

General News
Happy Workiversary, Bekah Rutz!
May 15, 2026
Impact Stories | Grants In Action
Out in the Community with C3F - Art of the Pour
May 15, 2026

Out in the community with C3F! Recently C3F President Sara Ward and Communications and Development staffer Pam Decker attended "Art of the Pour," an event hosted by the Friends of the Boyne District Library and held at Boyne Valley Vineyards.

General News
YAC Graduating Seniors
May 12, 2026

Join us in recognizing our graduating YAC Seniors: Riley Cannon (East Jordan), Sophie McDonough (Beaver Island), Emma Patten (Boyne City), and Benjamin Schultz (Charlevoix).

General News
Happy Workiversary, Sara Ward!
May 9, 2026
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Make a Gift

We believe the act of giving, in any amount, strengthens communities by offering connection, fostering unity, and spreading kindness with every gift.

Together with donors, we are a force for good that’s both meaningful and enduring.

Ways to Give

PRIORITY GIVING

  • Community Priorities
  • Arts and Culture
  • Environment
  • Geographic Enrichment
  • Urgent Needs
  • Youth Needs
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GRANT OPPORTUNITIES

We strive to understand the funding gaps in our region, respond to needs when they arise, and leverage resources for greater outcomes.

We value our partnerships and organizations are encouraged to reach out to our staff anytime to discuss upcoming needs and grant ideas. 

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Beaver Island High School Graduates

Scholarship Opportunities

Investing in our youth is a longstanding C3F priority. By supporting students pursuing higher education we continue youth development beyond high school—making the future brighter for hundreds of local young adults. 

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LEAVE A Legacy

A future gift is meaningful philanthropy almost anyone can do.

We can help you customize your future gift to support the causes and organizations that are important to you.

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