Michigan Youth Services Funding via Costco Foundation
Michigan 501(c)(3) nonprofits running programs for children, education, or health and human services can seek monetary support through Costco Foundation’s charitable contributions program. Organizations with theater or arts programming that benefits youth or families may be eligible if their work addresses community needs and demonstrates measurable outcomes, collaboration, and a broad base of financial support.
Costco Foundation
Innovative Human Services Funding from Creag Foundation
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations with innovative human services or social problem-solving programs, including theater groups in Michigan, may be eligible for support. 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 Youth Programs
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations serving children’s health, education, development, and welfare can seek up to US $15,000 for youth-focused programs from the Dan Paul Foundation. Michigan theater groups with educational, advocacy, or enrichment activities for young people may be eligible alongside other child-centered initiatives worldwide.
The Dan Paul Foundation
Early-Stage Impact Funding from Draper Richards Kaplan
Early-stage social impact organizations addressing major social or environmental challenges can receive up to US $300,000 in flexible support to scale proven models. Focused on bold, scalable solutions, Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation invites innovative nonprofits and impact-first ventures in Michigan and other priority regions to apply for capital, capacity-building, and community over three years.
Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation
Michigan Community Arts Funding via Frankenmuth Insurance Foundation
Nonprofit and governmental organizations in Michigan addressing community betterment, basic human needs, health, or arts programs may be eligible for this funding, which can include theater initiatives. Frankenmuth Insurance Foundation supports 501(c)(3) entities and public agencies serving its operating states through projects that strengthen communities and enhance quality of life.
Frankenmuth Insurance Foundation
Cisco Systems Foundation Grants for Michigan Education
Nonprofit and NGO programs using technology for education, crisis response, or economic empowerment in Michigan and worldwide can access funding through Cisco Systems Foundation; awards up to US $100,000 for innovative, early-stage solutions. Theater organizations that provide tech-enabled education or workforce training for underserved communities may be eligible to apply year-round via a brief LOI.
Cisco Systems Foundation
State Farm Foundation Community Safety Grants in Michigan
Educational institutions, government programs, 501(c)(3) nonprofits, and 501(c)(4) volunteer fire companies in Michigan can seek funding for safety, education, and community development initiatives. Grants from State Farm Companies Foundation help support projects like auto and home safety, disaster preparedness, affordable housing, job training, financial literacy, and K–12 or higher education programs, which may benefit theater organizations with aligned community work.
State Farm Companies Foundation
Michigan Theater Funding via Hearst Foundation
Theater and performing arts nonprofits in Michigan can apply for the Hearst Foundation’s culture grants, which typically award more than US $100,000 for program, capital, or limited general support. U.S.-based 501(c)(3) organizations with audited expenses over $2 million, strong arts education or artist development programs, and broad reach may be eligible.
William Randolph Hearst Foundation
Michigan Youth Education Funding via Michael & Susan Dell Foundation
Nonprofits, social enterprises, schools, and other eligible organizations working on education or children’s health can seek project or scale-up funding of more than US $50,000 in Michigan and other U.S. locations. Michael & Susan Dell Foundation supports initiatives benefiting urban low-income children and youth, including K–12 learning, college success, and family economic stability.
Michael & Susan Dell Foundation
Michigan Community Development Funding via PNC Foundation
Michigan 501(c)(3) nonprofits offering early childhood education, community development, arts, or human services programs for low- and moderate-income residents can access funding through PNC Foundation. Theater organizations may be eligible if their productions or education programs advance early learning, cultural enrichment, or neighborhood revitalization in communities where PNC has a significant presence.
PNC Foundation
Semnani Family Foundation Health Grants in Michigan
Michigan nonprofits serving marginalized communities through health, education, or humanitarian programs can access funding through Semnani Family Foundation, which supports work in the U.S. and worldwide. Organizations providing healthcare access, disaster relief, child welfare, or related human services may be eligible if their projects advance the well-being of vulnerable populations.
Semnani Family Foundation
Sidney Stern Memorial Trust Grants for Michigan Theater
Michigan 501(c)(3) organizations funding theater, education, science, health, or other charitable programs that operate within the U.S. may be eligible for support. Grants from Sidney Stern Memorial Trust help soundly managed nonprofits expand services with broad impact, including theater groups whose work contributes materially to community welfare.
Sidney Stern Memorial Trust
Community Sponsorship Funding from Bank of America
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in Michigan can seek sponsorship support for community-focused programs, including arts and culture, workforce education, housing, and basic needs. Bank of America Foundation supports initiatives that preserve neighborhoods, address hunger and emergency shelter, and promote diversity and inclusion, which may include theater and cultural programming that strengthens local communities.
Bank Of America Charitable Foundation Inc
Humanitarian Funding for Nonprofits from Gupta Family Foundation
Applications due Jul 31, 2026
Nonprofit organizations addressing poverty, disability, social exclusion, or disaster relief can apply for Gupta Family Foundation grants, with awards from US $5,000 - US $250,000. Grants from Gupta Family Foundation help Michigan and other eligible countries’ organizations that are smaller in size and highly mission-driven become more effective in serving disadvantaged people.
Gupta Family Foundation
Wisconsin Public Service Foundation Grants for Michigan Theater
Applications due Jul 31, 2026
Michigan 501(c)(3) nonprofits in WPS-served Menominee County working in theater, arts, education, or community development can seek project or program support. Focused on community enrichment, Wisconsin Public Service Foundation invites applications for initiatives that enhance arts and culture, lifelong learning, and neighborhood vitality in its local service area.
Wisconsin Public Service Foundation
Arts and Culture Grants for Nonprofits from Hansen Family Foundation
Applications due Sep 11, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations working in arts and culture, education, children’s programs, humanitarian aid, animals, or environmental initiatives in Michigan and beyond can apply for Hansen Family Foundation grants. With a mission to uphold life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness, Hansen Family Foundation provides US $1,000 - US $10,000 to smaller organizations worldwide that meet its mission and budget criteria.
Hansen Family Foundation
Senior Services Grants for Nonprofits from Mary Thompson Foundation
Applications due Sep 15, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in Michigan serving elderly populations through programs or services can apply for grants supporting senior care and quality of life. Mary Thompson Foundation provides funding for medical and nursing care, food and transportation, entertainment such as music or theater, and other initiatives that benefit senior communities, including those involving companion animals.
Mary Thompson Foundation
Jesse W Couch Foundation Storytelling Grants
Applications due Sep 25, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations and aligned for-profits can receive storytelling funding to showcase their impact across preservation, education, or wellness programs, including work in Michigan. Jesse W Couch Charitable Foundation supports projects such as historic preservation, environmental conservation, mental health, and early childhood education, with awards of more than US $50,000 for compelling narrative and media efforts.
Jesse W Couch Charitable Foundation
Robinson Foundation Grants for Southern Programs
Applications due Oct 15, 2026
501(c)(3) organizations serving the Southern U.S. with programs in areas like education, youth and family services, poverty relief, disaster relief, health, animal welfare, conservation, or religious initiatives may be eligible for funding. The Robinson Foundation supports single-year, non-capital projects with tangible, meaningful impact; Michigan theater groups serving southern communities could qualify.
Robinson Foundation
Insperity Grants for Michigan Community Services
Applications due Oct 16, 2026
Michigan 501(c)(3) nonprofits seeking support for community services or fundraising events may be eligible for Insperity’s corporate contributions. Insperity supports community-focused work in Kent and Wayne Counties through philanthropic grants and event sponsorships for approved charities. Organizations must connect to Insperity employees, be clients, or serve communities where employees live and work.
Insperity
TJX Foundation Grants for Michigan Youth Programs
Letter of inquiry due Oct 31, 2026
Michigan 501(c)(3) nonprofits within 15 miles of a TJX store, distribution center, or office can seek funding for basic needs, at-risk youth enrichment, workforce readiness, and domestic violence safety programs. The TJX Foundation supports organizations helping vulnerable families and children, and theater groups with qualifying youth or basic-needs programming may be eligible.
The Tjx Foundation Inc
Community and Environment Grants for Nonprofits from Lawrence Foundation
Applications due Nov 1, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations, public schools, and libraries in Michigan seeking support for environmental or human services programs can apply for grants of US $5,000 - US $10,000. Grants from Lawrence Foundation help fund general operating or project expenses, issued as unrestricted support, for U.S.-headquartered groups whose work fits the foundation’s stated priorities.
Lawrence Foundation
Arts and Community Funding for Nonprofits from Dreyfus Foundation
Applications due Nov 11, 2026
Nonprofit organizations in Michigan and across the U.S. can seek US $1,000 - US $20,000 to support arts, education, health, environmental, and community programs. Max and Victoria Dreyfus Foundation considers theaters and performing arts groups alongside museums, schools, hospitals, youth and senior services, disability programs, wildlife and environmental initiatives, and other community-based efforts.
Max and Victoria Dreyfus Foundation
Michigan Community Program Funding via Dr Scholl Foundation
Letter of inquiry due Jan 31, 2027
Michigan 501(c)(3) nonprofits running education, social service, health, civic, cultural, environmental, or community programs can access funding via Dr Scholl Foundation, with typical awards of US $5,000 - US $25,000. Theater organizations that qualify as 501(c)(3)s and fit these categories may be competitive applicants in this nationally focused program.
Dr Scholl Foundation
Community Services Funding from O'Reilly Automotive Foundation
Applications due Apr 15, 2027
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations improving economic stability, workforce readiness, health and social services, or disaster relief in Michigan communities where O’Reilly Auto Parts operates may be eligible for project, operating, or capital support. O'Reilly Automotive Foundation supports programs serving underserved and underrepresented individuals and families through community-focused initiatives.
O'Reilly Automotive Foundation Inc
Michigan Community Programs Funding via Chick Fil A Foundation
Applications due May 1, 2027
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in Michigan working on youth development, food security, housing, or environmental stewardship can apply for Chick Fil A Foundation’s True Inspiration Awards, offering US $30,000 - US $350,000 for impactful community programs. Theater organizations serving underserved youth or families through education or community initiatives may be eligible.
Chick Fil A Foundation Inc
Mutual of America Foundation Grants for 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 exemplary cross-sector collaborations. Theater groups that work with public, private, or social sector partners to address significant social issues may be eligible as part of this U.S.-wide competition.
Mutual Of America Foundation