Awarded

Growing Community

One Project at a Time

Awarded Grants St Johns MI

Every grant awarded represents an investment in the future of St. Johns. The St. Johns Area Community Fund is proud to support projects that strengthen our community, improve local spaces, invest in young people, and help nonprofit organizations continue their important work. From parks and recreation to education, arts, public safety, and community development, our Awarded Grants reflect the generosity of local donors and the dedication of organizations working to make a lasting difference. Browse our recent grant awards below to see how local giving continues to create meaningful impact throughout the St. Johns community.

Making a Difference

Right Here at Home

Thank to the generosity of our donors, we’re able to support local projects and organizations that strengthen the St. Johnscommunity.

Recent SJACF Grant-Funded Projects:

Laurel
2026
Laurel
$3,000
SJ Public Schools -Gateway Outside Classroom
$15,000
Lacrosse Club - Startup Expenses
$1,500
Girl Scouts-Participation needs
Laurel
2025
Laurel
$2,000
SJ Honor Guard - New winter uniform jackets for veterans
$1,460
SJ Boys Basketball - Uniforms for Peter's Sunny Day charity game
$1,000
Giving Paws - Tales with Tails - Mental Health and Literacy
$2,000
Elevated Equine Assisted Therapy - Wheelchair Accessible Carriage
$10,000
Clinton Co Arts Council - Improvements to Performance Shell
$1,350
SJ Public Schools - Student Referee Prep Courses MHSAA
$900
SJ Call-in Coalition - YAC for Labyrinth in City Park
$4,000
SJ High Youth Action Committee - Student Needs
Laurel
2024
Laurel
$1,500
Girl Scouts - Participation Needs
$1,200
St. Johns PS 8th grade trip - Student Needs
$1,500
Elevate Equine Assisted Therapy - Mental Health
$4,616
SJ Call-in Coalition - Labyrinth in City Park - Mental Health
$4,000
SJ High Youth Action Committee - Student Needs
$2,500
Clinton County Historical Museum - Carriage House Repair
$10,000
St. Johns Youth Baseball Assn - Inclusive Restroom Project
$1,000
4 Local Food Distribution Entities - Community Needs
$75,000
City of St. Johns - Fantasy Forest 2.0
Laurel
2023
Laurel
$2,200
Good News Kitchen Food Pantry - Freezer
$500
Equine Assisted Wellness - Mental Health
$1,500
St. Johns Public Schools - South Sudan Health symposium
$2,500
Clinton Co Arts Council - Gilroys's Mural (2nd Half)
$2,000
Mint City Off Road Foundation - Jeep Park
$5,000
Briggs District Library - Renovation
$4,000
SJ High Youth Action Committee - Student Needs
Laurel
2022
Laurel
$900
CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocate) - Training
$5,000
City of St. Johns - First Responders Mural
$4,000
Mint City Off Road Park
$4,080
Brown Bag Concert Series
$3,000
Giving Paws - Support Dog Initiative Program
$5,000
St. Johns Fire Department - Jaws of Life
$3,000
St. Johns High School Youth Action Committee - Student Needs
Laurel
2021
Laurel
$1,000
Diamond Cutters Baseball - Improve Bishop Field/Youth Clinics
$1,000
Peter's Sunny Day Foundation - Musical Instruments in the Park
$4,000
Clinton County Arts Council - Brown Bag Lunch Concert Series
$7,500
City of St. Johns Soap Box Derby Event - Equipment
$3,000
The Pantry at St. Johns High School
Laurel
2020
Laurel
$3,000
IQ Hub at Agro-Liquid
$2,500
The Pantry at St. Johns High School
$2,500
St. Johns Middle School Pantry
$1,000
St. Vincent De Paul Society
$2,500
Compassion in Action
$3,355
Covid Relief Funds - Compassion in Action, St. Vincent de Paul, Basic Needs Center, The Pantry at St. Johns High School, Beacon of Hope
$1,500
Peter's Sunny Day Foundation - Drums in the Park
$1,500
CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates) - Client Financial Assistance
$500
Clinton County Economic Alliance - Support Area Economic Development

Have an idea that could make a difference in St. Johns? Learn more about our grant opportunities or call 989-224-7823 to get started.

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