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GTR Community Foundation
About Us
Serving the community since 1992
The Community Foundation was founded over 30 years ago when a group of community champions came together around a vision to give back to our region then, now, and forever.
This vision lives on within our organization today. We continue engaging in collaborative leadership efforts; funding nonprofit, governmental, educational, and Tribal organizations; supporting local students; and building endowments that leave a lasting impression for generations to come.
Our Impact since 1992
The Numbers
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in gifts received from donor partners and supporters
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in grants & scholarships supporting local students and organizations
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in flexible, responsive grants from our Community Funds
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in impact investment loans supporting local businesses
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Our Programs & Initiatives
Community Development
As the convenor of the Northwest Michigan Community Development Coalition, we provide leadership to more than 40 cross-sector partners working together to advance transformational change across economic, societal, and environmental issues.
In the Know
News & Stories
Supporting Our Neighbors During the Government Shutdown image
Over $300,000 Awarded to 14 Organizations image
Over $300,000 Awarded to 14 Organizations
Oct 20, 2025
Anchor and Heart Endowment Awards Over $100K image
Anchor and Heart Endowment Awards Over $100K
Sep 25, 2025
Understanding Fund Types: How Your Giving Can Make a Lasting Impact image
Understanding Fund Types: How Your Giving Can Make a Lasting Impact
Aug 27, 2025