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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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Impact Stories | Grants In Action
Wagbo Farm & Education Center - Monthly Potlucks
Jun 29, 2026

Last spring, with support from a C3F Arts & Culture grant, Wagbo Farm & Education Center brought back monthly potlucks.

General News
Out in the Community with C3F - Fred and Barbara Malpass Platform
Jun 22, 2026

C3F President Sara Ward, along with team members Matt Greer, Ashley Cousens and Pam Decker, recently joined the ribbon cutting for the newest extension of the Don & Eileen Klein Nature Trail.

General News
We're Hiring!
Jun 22, 2026

We're hiring for a Finance and Operations Assistant.

General News
Out in the Community with C3F - Community Information Specialist Meet and Greet
Jun 19, 2026

Recently, C3F staffers Ashley Cousens and Pam Decker attended the meet and greet event hosted by the East Jordan Area Chamber of Commerce and the Friends of the Jordan River Watershed to introduce the new Community Information Specialist.

General News
Behind the Scenes at C3F - Board of Trustees
Jun 19, 2026

Our Foundation is led by an all volunteer Board of Trustees who represent different geographic regions of Charlevoix County including Beaver Island, Boyne Falls, Boyne City, East Jordan and Charlevoix.

Impact Stories | Grants In Action
Boyne Eta Nu Charities - Middle School Shopping Spree
Jun 17, 2026

Last year, a C3F Mini Grant helped Boyne Eta Nu Charities to support Boyne City Public Schools by providing a winter outerwear shopping spree.

General News
Happy Workiversary, Matt Greer!
Jun 14, 2026

Happy 5 Year Workiversary, Matt!

Impact Stories | Grants In Action
City of East Jordan - Memorial Park Upgrades
Jun 12, 2026

This beautiful park received some major upgrades in 2025 with support from a C3F Geographic Enrichment grant.

Impact Stories | Grants In Action
Beaver Island District Library - New Computers
Jun 11, 2026

Last year, with support from a Community Priorities grant, the Beaver Island District Library was able to purchase 4 new computers, which replaced public and staff computers as well as the circulation desk computer, all of which were old and outdated.

General News
2026 Community Priorities Grants Awarded
Jun 9, 2026

Announcing the recipients of our 2026 Community Priorities grant cycle.

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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
Kim Mettler, Michigan Barefoot Memories Photography

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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