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Charlevoix County Community Foundation

Make a Difference Close to Home

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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
Boyne City EMS - Litter Basket
Dec 22, 2025

The purchase of the new litter basket, made possible through a recent Community Priorities grant from C3F, has proven to be an invaluable addition to EMS operations in The City of Boyne City, with more than 2,000 uses since its acquisition.

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Youth Advisory Committee - Giving Tuesday
Dec 17, 2025

C3F Youth Advisory Committee (YAC) members Ayla, Ella, and Benjamin from Charlevoix High School shared a little about Giving Tuesday and philanthropy at the Elementary School.

Impact Stories | Grants In Action
Beaver Island Performing Arts Alliance - Holiday Concerts
Dec 15, 2025

With support from a C3F Geographic Enrichment grant, Beaver Island Performing Arts Alliance was able to put on two holiday concerts for BI residents.

General News
Out in the Community with C3F - Boyne City to Charlevoix Trail
Dec 12, 2025

We were excited to celebrate the success of Phase 3 of the Boyne City to Charlevoix trail with the partners who made this work happen! C3F staffer, Pam Decker, was even on hand for the ribbon cutting ceremony.

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Donating Stock Made Easy
Dec 10, 2025

By making a direct gift of your appreciated securities, you can avoid paying the capital gains taxes that would otherwise be due if you sold these assets. 

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A Fond Farewell
Dec 9, 2025

Join us in offering a big "Thank You" to our three esteemed members of the Board of Trustees, Jennifer Boyer, Monica Peck, and Bill Lorne, as they graduate from the Board after years of dedicated service. 

General News
Youth Needs Grant Awards Announced
Dec 9, 2025

We're excited to announce this year's recipients of Youth Needs grants!

Impact Stories | Grants In Action
Beaver Island Historical Society - Cultural Programming
Dec 5, 2025

With support from a C3F Arts & Culture grant, Beaver Island Historical Society guests enjoyed a robust season of cultural programming.

General News
YAC Member Sunny Sherk - Student of the Month
Dec 3, 2025

Congratulations to our very own Youth Advisory Committee (YAC) member and November Student of the Month at Boyne City High School - Sunny Sherk!

Impact Stories | Grants In Action
The Kiwanis Club of Charlevoix Michigan - Dolly Parton Imagination Library Revival
Dec 1, 2025

The Kiwanis Club of Charlevoix Michigan and the Charlevoix Kiwanis Youth Foundation recently revived the Dolly Parton Imagination Library program in Charlevoix County, with support from a recent C3F Community Priorities grant.

Kim Mettler, Michigan Barefoot Memories Photography

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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