Michigan Youth Services Funding via Costco Foundation
Michigan 501(c)(3) nonprofits running programs for children, education, or health and human services can access funding via Costco Foundation for monetary support of their community initiatives. Organizations operating food pantries may be eligible if their work fits these priorities and serves local communities where Costco does business.
Costco Foundation
Innovative Human Services Funding from Creag Foundation
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations with innovative human services or social problem-solving programs in Michigan may be eligible for support, including food distribution initiatives. Creag Foundation considers invited proposals from smaller or evolving organizations that have held 501(c)(3) status for at least one year and are testing new approaches to existing or previously unaddressed social issues.
Creag Foundation
Dan Paul Foundation Support for Michigan Youth
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations supporting youth health, education, and basic needs in Michigan can seek funding for programs such as child welfare, homelessness, poverty relief, and food access. The Dan Paul Foundation offers up to US $15,000 for initiatives that directly benefit children and youth, which may include food distribution and pantry-related services.
The Dan Paul Foundation
Social Impact Funding from Draper Richards Kaplan
Early-stage, independent nonprofit and mission-driven for-profit organizations tackling critical social or environmental problems can access funding, capacity support, and community to scale their impact. Focused on scalable, systems-based solutions for underserved populations, Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation offers up to US $300,000, which may benefit Michigan groups expanding food distribution or related services.
Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation
Cisco Systems Foundation Grants for Michigan Food Access
Nonprofit and NGO programs using technology to expand food security, crisis response, education, or economic empowerment in Michigan can apply for Global Impact Cash Grants, with awards up to US $100,000. Grants from Cisco Systems Foundation help organizations serving mostly economically underserved people, especially those innovating in food delivery, job readiness, and related services.
Cisco Systems Foundation
State Farm Community Grants in Michigan
Food pantries and other 501(c)(3) nonprofits in Michigan can seek funding for food insecurity, community development, safety, and education initiatives. Grants from State Farm Companies Foundation help support programs such as food access, neighborhood revitalization, financial literacy, and K–12 or higher education that create long-term, sustainable community impact in eligible U.S. communities.
State Farm Companies Foundation
Michigan Arts Education Funding via Hearst Foundation
U.S.-based 501(c)(3) cultural institutions with audited expenses over $2 million and strong arts or science programming can apply for the Hearst Foundation’s culture grants, awarding more than US $100,000 for program or capital support. Michigan organizations that provide arts education, STEAM programs, or artist development alongside community services may be eligible.
William Randolph Hearst Foundation
Michigan Youth Poverty Funding via Michael & Susan Dell Foundation
Nonprofits, social enterprises, schools, and public entities working on education, health, or family economic stability for low-income urban children in Michigan can seek project or scaling support, typically over $50,000. Michael & Susan Dell Foundation funds work in the U.S., India, and South Africa, including programs that may complement food distribution and related services.
Michael & Susan Dell Foundation
Michigan Community Development Funding via PNC Foundation
PNC Foundation provides Michigan 501(c)(3) nonprofits with funding for early childhood education and community economic development initiatives serving low- and moderate-income residents. Organizations in eligible Michigan counties that run programs like neighborhood revitalization, community services, or job training may be able to support or complement local food pantry and basic needs efforts through this grant.
PNC Foundation
La Roche Support for Global Community Programs
Charitable organizations managing humanitarian, educational, environmental, or arts projects can seek funding to support community-focused programs in Michigan and worldwide. Grants from La Roche help accredited charities deliver social development, science and education, community and environment, or arts and culture initiatives, including efforts that may complement food distribution and related community services.
La Roche, Inc.
Semnani Family Foundation Hunger Relief Grants in Michigan
Michigan food delivery and distribution services can access funding through Semnani Family Foundation to support health, education, and humanitarian programs for marginalized communities. Nonprofits running food pantries or related hunger relief efforts may be eligible if they serve vulnerable populations as part of broader human and social services work.
Semnani Family Foundation
Self-Reliance Grants for Nonprofits from Gupta Family Foundation
Applications due Jul 31, 2026
Nonprofit organizations helping disadvantaged people become self-reliant, including food distribution and basic-needs services in Michigan, can apply for Gupta Family Foundation’s US $5,000 - US $250,000 grants. Grants from Gupta Family Foundation help smaller, founder-led organizations worldwide that address poverty, disability, social alienation, or disaster relief and ensure at least 90% of funds reach beneficiaries.
Gupta Family Foundation
Basic Human Needs Grants for Nonprofits from Hansen Family Foundation
Applications due Sep 11, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations addressing basic human needs, youth, education, animals, environment, humanitarian relief, or arts can apply for Hansen Family Foundation grants of US $1,000 - US $10,000. With a mission to support life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness, it welcomes U.S.-based applicants, including Michigan food pantries meeting its size and overhead limits.
Hansen Family Foundation
Food Security Funding from Allegan County Community Foundation
Applications due Sep 15, 2026
Eligible 501(c)(3) nonprofits, government units, and educational institutions serving Allegan County residents can seek support for food security programs in Michigan, especially food delivery and distribution services. Focused on food insecurity, the Allegan County Community Foundation prioritizes collaborative efforts that expand healthy food access, improve redistribution, and strengthen resources in underserved areas of the county.
Allegan County Community Foundation
Ann Arbor Area Community Foundation Support for Senior Food Programs
Applications due Sep 25, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in Washtenaw County serving vulnerable older adults with housing, food access, health care, or transportation programs may be eligible for this funding in Michigan. Ann Arbor Area Community Foundation supports food delivery, culturally specific meals, and related services through the Glacier Hills Legacy Fund Golden Opportunities program.
Ann Arbor Area Community Foundation
Jesse W Couch Foundation Storytelling Grants
Applications due Sep 25, 2026
Nonprofit food pantries and other 501(c)(3) organizations in Michigan can seek support to tell impactful stories about their work through the Storytelling Grant, which funds communications projects rather than direct services. Jesse W Couch Charitable Foundation supports organizations working in areas like food delivery and distribution, education, conservation, and wellness across the U.S.
Jesse W Couch Charitable Foundation
USDA Rural Development Grants for Michigan Facilities
Applications due Sep 30, 2026
Public bodies, community-based nonprofits, and Federally Recognized Tribes in rural Michigan can apply for USDA Rural Development’s Community Facilities funding to develop essential community facilities. Support can cover construction, renovation, equipment, and related costs for projects like food pantries, community centers, health clinics, and public safety facilities in eligible communities under 20,000 residents.
USDA: Rural Development (RD)
Robinson Foundation Grants for Southern Poverty Relief
Applications due Oct 15, 2026
501(c)(3) charities serving people facing poverty, hardship, or related needs in the Southern U.S. can seek program support for poverty relief, children and families, disaster relief, education, medical assistance, and similar services. Robinson Foundation prioritizes fiscally responsible organizations where single-year grants will have tangible, meaningful impact and demonstrate clear results.
Robinson Foundation
Insperity Grants for Michigan Community Services
Applications due Oct 16, 2026
Michigan 501(c)(3) nonprofits seeking support for community service programs or fundraising events may be eligible for grants or event sponsorships that strengthen local services. Insperity supports community services in Michigan by funding approved charities once per year, with priority for organizations connected to its employees, clients, or communities where employees live and work.
Insperity
Georgia-Pacific Foundation Support for Michigan Communities
Applications due Oct 31, 2026
Michigan 501(c)(3) nonprofits, public schools, and local government entities near a Georgia-Pacific manufacturing community can seek funding for education, entrepreneurship, community enrichment, or environmental initiatives. Focused on strengthening GP communities, the Georgia-Pacific Foundation invites organizations, including those operating food pantries or food distribution programs, to propose projects that improve long-term community well-being.
Georgia-Pacific Foundation
TJX Foundation Grants for Michigan Basic Needs
Letter of inquiry due Oct 31, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in Michigan that provide basic needs like food, clothing, or shelter, or support at-risk youth and domestic violence survivors, may be eligible for funding, if located within 15 miles of a TJX site. The TJX Foundation supports programs helping vulnerable families and children access resources and opportunities.
The Tjx Foundation Inc
Community Program Grants for Nonprofits from Dreyfus Foundation
Applications due Nov 11, 2026
U.S. 501(c)(3) nonprofits, including Michigan food pantries with community-based programs, can apply for US $1,000 - US $20,000 to support services such as education, skills training, health facilities, and cultural activities. Max and Victoria Dreyfus Foundation considers projects where modest funding can make a significant impact for youth, seniors, people with disabilities, and local communities.
Max and Victoria Dreyfus Foundation
Ameriprise Financial Grants for Michigan Food Programs
Applications due Jan 15, 2027
Michigan 501(c)(3) nonprofits running food banks, pantries, meal programs, or other hunger-relief efforts can seek support for food delivery and distribution services through Ameriprise Financial’s community grants. With a mission to strengthen communities, Ameriprise Financial provides U.S. organizations addressing basic needs, community vitality, and volunteer-driven causes with funding, prioritizing sites near its major employee centers.
Ameriprise Financial
Community Services Funding from O'Reilly Automotive Foundation
Applications due Apr 15, 2027
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations addressing hunger, homelessness, and related community needs in Michigan and other O’Reilly Auto Parts communities can seek project, operating, or capital support. O'Reilly Automotive Foundation funds programs focused on food access, poverty alleviation, workforce development, health and social services, and disaster relief for underserved individuals and families.
O'Reilly Automotive Foundation Inc
Michigan Youth and Hunger Funding via Chick Fil A Foundation
Applications due May 1, 2027
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in Michigan running youth education, food insecurity, housing, or environmental programs can apply for Chick Fil A Foundation’s True Inspiration Awards, with grants of US $30,000 - US $350,000. Food pantries and food distribution programs serving children and families may be especially competitive under the Caring through Food category.
Chick Fil A Foundation Inc
Michigan Nonprofit Impact Funding via Capital Region Community Foundation
Pre proposal due May 13, 2027
Nonprofits, municipalities, schools, and faith-based organizations in Michigan serving residents of Clinton, Eaton, and Ingham Counties can seek Impact Grants to expand long-term program impact, reach underserved populations, or support collaborative initiatives. With a mission to strengthen community change, Capital Region Community Foundation provides $10,000 - $75,000 for transformative projects, which may include capacity-building investments for food pantries.
Capital Region Community Foundation
Mutual of America Foundation Grants for Michigan Partnerships
Applications due Jul 1, 2027
Nonprofit organizations in Michigan with strong, replicable community partnerships can apply for Mutual of America Foundation’s national Community Partnership Award, which honors collaborations tackling significant social issues. Food pantries and hunger-relief nonprofits that work as equal partners with other sectors to build cohesive communities may be eligible.
Mutual Of America Foundation