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The links below may be helpful. They lead to external organizations not part of the Jackson County Data Network. In addition, the Jackson District Library has many print resources available during hours of operation.
Don't forget: the Jackson County Data Network Help Desk now has the Foundation Directory Online available for use by appointment in the Carnegie Library's Reference Room.
FUNDERS
Upcoming Application Deadlines:
James A and Faith Knight Foundation 2010 Application Deadline: 2010 Grant Deadlines are Wednesday, February 24, 2010 (awards by June 2010) and Wednesday, September 15, 2010www.knightfoundationmi.org (awards by December 2010).
RESOURCES/TOOLS
- Charity Channel Subscription only
- Community Grants.org Certain area foundations require registration with this website for application consideration.
- The Foundation Directory Online is available at the help desk.The Foundation Center says Ask Us! Instant messaging is available during prime hours, as well as email.
- Grants.gov Free
- Guidestar Free for basic information, more with a subscription
- Nonprofit Network (formerly the Jackson Nonprofit Support Center)
NOTE: At a workshop, a local grant funder cited the 2005 Community Needs Assessment as one basis for determining critical area needs. Please click on the blue highlighted phrase to view the assessment. We also have the 2008 and 2010 assessments:
Community Needs Assessments. 2010. 2008. Community Action Agency.
REPORTS
Economic Benefits of Michigan’s Nonprofit Sector. 2009. Michigan Nonprofit Association.
