Southwest Michigan First Corp
Kalamazoo, Michigan · EIN 382853785 · Private foundation
Based in Kalamazoo, Michigan, Southwest Michigan First Corp has awarded $5.2M across 114 grants in our index of public IRS filings, with giving recorded as recently as 2024. Its largest grant on record went to Battle Creek Unlimited. This public overview covers its focus areas, selected grant examples, and application guidance.
What Southwest Michigan First Corp funds
Southwest Michigan First Corp's giving carries a documented focus on community improvement.
Selected grant examples
Up to three historical grant examples from public IRS filings are shown below, ordered by amount. This sample is not a complete funding history.
| Recipient | Location | Grant | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Battle Creek Unlimited REVITALIZATION AND PLACEMAKING GRANT (MEDC) | Battle Creek, MI | $2.4M | 2023 |
| 215 Em Partners LLC REVITALIZATION AND PLACEMAKING GRANT (MEDC) | Kalamazoo, MI | $550K | 2024 |
| City of Marshall REVITALIZATION AND PLACEMAKING GRANT (MEDC) | Marshall, MI | $327K | 2024 |
How to apply for funding from Southwest Michigan First Corp
Southwest Michigan First Corp's public IRS filing does not spell out a formal application process. That does not establish that applications are open. Check the foundation's official website or contact it directly for current guidelines before preparing or sending a request. You can review the foundation directly at southwestmichiganfirst.com.
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Frequently asked questions about Southwest Michigan First Corp
- Does Southwest Michigan First Corp accept grant applications?
- Southwest Michigan First Corp's public filing does not specify an application process. A filing alone cannot confirm whether applications are currently open. Check the foundation's official website or contact it for current guidelines.
- What does Southwest Michigan First Corp fund?
- Southwest Michigan First Corp's grants focus on community improvement. Example recipients include Battle Creek Unlimited, 215 Em Partners LLC, City of Marshall. Up to three historical grant examples appear above. Full indexed grant histories require All access at $19/month.
- How much does Southwest Michigan First Corp give in grants?
- Southwest Michigan First Corp's indexed IRS summary for FY2025 lists $4.1M in giving. Across all years in our data it has awarded $5.2M over 114 grants.
- Where is Southwest Michigan First Corp located?
- Southwest Michigan First Corp is based in Kalamazoo, Michigan. Its IRS employer identification number (EIN) is 382853785.
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