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Essential Needs Grant Program

Offered by Shared Mission Foundation  ·  Rochester, MI

Funder
Shared Mission Foundation · Rochester, MI
Deadline
No fixed deadline recorded — verify availability
Award range
$25K – $25K
Eligible areas
Oakland County, MI, Macomb County, MI, Wayne County, MI, Washtenaw County, MI, Genesee County, MI, Livingston County, MI
Focus
Food insecurity, Housing, Basic necessities, Utility assistance, Emergency shelter, Clothing
Populations
Displaced people, Underserved communities, Survivors of domestic abuse, Refugees

About this opportunity

Shared Mission Foundation awards grants to support programs and projects that provide essential needs to displaced and underserved populations in Southeast Michigan. The foundation awards one $25,000 grant twice per year, with decision dates of March 31st and September 30th. Eligible organizations must be 501(c)(3) tax-exempt with a minimum annual operating budget of $200,000 and three years of audited financial statements.

Food insecurityHousingBasic necessitiesUtility assistanceEmergency shelterClothingJob training and placementTransportation

How to apply

Applications are handled on the funder's own website. Review the full guidelines and apply here: sharedmissionfoundation.org/grants. Confirm the deadline and eligibility directly with Shared Mission Foundation before applying.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the deadline for Essential Needs Grant Program?
The application deadline is No fixed deadline recorded. Deadlines can change — always confirm directly with Shared Mission Foundation before applying.
How much funding is available?
The award range is $25K – $25K.
Where do I apply?
Applications are submitted through Shared Mission Foundation's own website or process — see the "How to apply" section above.
About this listing. Shared Mission Foundation's opportunity as indexed by Bespoke Grants (last verified September 1, 2026). Grant opportunities and deadlines change frequently — always confirm details on the funder's official website. Bespoke Grants is not affiliated with Shared Mission Foundation.