State grantMichigan
Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Legacy Funds
Offered by Community Foundation for Southeast Michigan
Found automatically on cfsem.org/special-opportunities/ralph-c-wilson-jr-legacy-funds. Check details with the funder before applying.
- Who can apply
- 501(c)(3) nonprofits, schools, and government entities in southeast Michigan; Grosse Pointe fund requires local organizations.
- How much
- $10,000 – $50,000$10,000-$25,000 for Caregivers, Youth Sports, and Grosse Pointe Community Assets; up to $50,000 for Design & Access
- By when
- Due Nov 2Opens October 5, 2026Application deadline Nov. 2, 2026, by 7 p.m. EST; registration deadline Oct. 23; grant decisions announced May 2027
Checked Oct 24, 2026
About this grant
The Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Legacy Funds support projects reflecting Mr. Wilson's personal passions across southeast Michigan in four areas: Caregivers, Design & Access, Youth Sports, and Grosse Pointe Community Assets. Grants range from $10,000-$25,000 (up to $50,000 for Design & Access) for programming, capacity building, and capital costs. Applications are submitted through the MyCF online portal.
Eligibility details
- Notes: 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations, schools, and government entities in southeast Michigan (Wayne, Oakland, Macomb, Monroe, Washtenaw, St. Clair, and Livingston counties) may apply for Caregivers, Design & Access, or Youth Sports Funds. For Grosse Pointe Community Assets Fund, organizations must be located in the five Grosse Pointe communities. No grants to individuals. One application per funding category; multi-year requests not considered.
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